Two Toned Yachtmaster II (Everose/SS) Info

[OYSTERMANN]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Yes, it isn't a limited watch - 26 watches, from what the OP is saying, will be released on the first allocation to the USA. They'll be sending plenty more over in the months to come, I'm certain - Rolex don't make limited edition watches.

As for the price, it shouldn't have been unexpected. The 18ct Daytona on bracelet (YG) retails at c. £20000, whilst the YM II retails at c. £27000: the bi-metal Daytona retails at c. £10000, the bi-metal YM II retails at £17000. £7k price difference each time, and that's pretty much just down to the movement. It certainly is a lot for a bi-metal watch, but look at it this way: the cal. 4160 is unique. No other manufacturer can make a regatta chronograph with a programmable memory. It's the most impressive complication Rolex has perhaps ever done, and compared to, say, a Patek complication watch, £17000 begins to look like a bit of a bargain. Add into Rolex's every day wearability and ruggedness too, it makes it seem downright incredible. You really shouldn't be judging the YM II against the rest of the Rolex range, it's in a different league mechanically.

Good post, Chris and very informative

[mjrennie]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Yes, it isn't a limited watch - 26 watches, from what the OP is saying, will be released on the first allocation to the USA. They'll be sending plenty more over in the months to come, I'm certain - Rolex don't make limited edition watches.

As for the price, it shouldn't have been unexpected. The 18ct Daytona on bracelet (YG) retails at c. £20000, whilst the YM II retails at c. £27000: the bi-metal Daytona retails at c. £10000, the bi-metal YM II retails at £17000. £7k price difference each time, and that's pretty much just down to the movement. It certainly is a lot for a bi-metal watch, but look at it this way: the cal. 4160 is unique. No other manufacturer can make a regatta chronograph with a programmable memory. It's the most impressive complication Rolex has perhaps ever done, and compared to, say, a Patek complication watch, £17000 begins to look like a bit of a bargain. Add into Rolex's every day wearability and ruggedness too, it makes it seem downright incredible. You really shouldn't be judging the YM II against the rest of the Rolex range, it's in a different league mechanically.

I have to say Chris, the YMII is a secretly grailish watch for me and you have just beautifully articulated why I need to get one. I wonder if the wife will agree? I tried on a white gold one in Tourneau NYC last month and it was mightily impressive. Seeing as I am a wide boy, I'd go YG all day long though!

That YMII TT looks sensational.

[kkwn98]

Originally Posted by The GMT Master

Yes, it isn't a limited watch - 26 watches, from what the OP is saying, will be released on the first allocation to the USA. They'll be sending plenty more over in the months to come, I'm certain - Rolex don't make limited edition watches.

As for the price, it shouldn't have been unexpected. The 18ct Daytona on bracelet (YG) retails at c. £20000, whilst the YM II retails at c. £27000: the bi-metal Daytona retails at c. £10000, the bi-metal YM II retails at £17000. £7k price difference each time, and that's pretty much just down to the movement. It certainly is a lot for a bi-metal watch, but look at it this way: the cal. 4160 is unique. No other manufacturer can make a regatta chronograph with a programmable memory. It's the most impressive complication Rolex has perhaps ever done, and compared to, say, a Patek complication watch, £17000 begins to look like a bit of a bargain. Add into Rolex's every day wearability and ruggedness too, it makes it seem downright incredible. You really shouldn't be judging the YM II against the rest of the Rolex range, it's in a different league mechanically.

A bit of an exaggeration, no? Maybe Rolex is currently the only one to have such a movement, but that isn't to say others can't make it if they chose to do so. Not sure what is so inherently difficult about making a regatta chronograph with a programmable memory, if one considers that there are people out there making grande sonneries and secular perpetual calendars, etc.

[TSW]

Me and the guy's from the London GTG were able to play around with all the Basel -11 news from Rolex including the TT YMII

Here's Dalip trying it on

[OYSTERMANN]

Originally Posted by TSW

Me and the guy's from the London GTG were able to play around with all the Basel -11 news from Rolex including the TT YMII

Here's Dalip trying it on

Thomas, is that Yellow Gold with the Steel, or Rose Gold and Steel?

[tomchicago]

but this is the 65mm case right? so it's more material.

[TSW]

That is the new RG YMII Neil
Pics are taken with my iPhone and the lighting wasn't all that good.

[OYSTERMANN]

Originally Posted by TSW

That is the new RG YMII Neil
Pics are taken with my iPhone and the lighting wasn't all that good.

Thanks for the update, Thomas and it's a nice shot anyway, even if the colour is a little ambiguous

Dalip looks entranced with it, too

Actually, it would also look good in YG

[kkwn98]

Originally Posted by tomchicago

but this is the 65mm case right? so it's more material.

Assuming you are not kidding, it is not 65mm. It is 44mm in diameter. Same as the yellow gold and white gold versions.

[irsanm]

The watches are already in stock now and the retail price is at $25,150.

I really wanna buy it now but
Could somebody please explain to me why they don't give the 20% discount from the retail price? like the yellow gold YMII..

Thanks!

[mldaytona]

Originally Posted by kcmo

Wow, that is PRICEY!

Yup Karis, that is an insane price tag. More expensive than some full gold models.

[MY-WATCH]

Thanks for sharing