The TRF Yacht-Master Owners Club

[alphadweller]

Originally Posted by HogwldFLTR

Any of my photos are on a 6.5 in wrist. With a 7 in wrist I'd definitely go with the 40mm Yacht-Master.



Hard to find the right strap bit I think this one does it.

Very cool.

[MorseMV]

[QUOTE=HogwldFLTR;10836274]Any of my photos are on a 6.5 in wrist. With a 7 in wrist I'd definitely go with the 40mm Yacht-Master.



Hard to find the right strap bit I think this one does it.


Looking good, glad you ordered that!!

[HogwldFLTR]

Originally Posted by MorseMV

Looking good, glad you ordered that!!

Thanks for the lead on it; it does look great, imho!!

[jrocks]

I finally joined! I love it. The choice of dials was difficult, but the baby blue second hand really jumped out.

[fskywalker]

Blue color from Rubber B matches really well the blue dial on the YM :




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[jrocks]

That's beautiful!

[jrocks]

Originally Posted by sp006

Most underrated model in the catalog.




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I was perfectly happy with my rhodium dial until I saw that damn strap of yours. I must have that exact rig! Should I trade mine in, or just buy another?

[CaseandMovement]

Originally Posted by jrocks

I finally joined! I love it. The choice of dials was difficult, but the baby blue second hand really jumped out.

Congrats!!


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[MBX]

Originally Posted by jrocks

I was perfectly happy with my rhodium dial until I saw that damn strap of yours. I must have that exact rig! Should I trade mine in, or just buy another?

You can actually go to Rolex and ask them to swap the rhodium for the blue dial! At least that’s what they told me what I purchased my 126622

[alphadweller]

Originally Posted by MBX

You can actually go to Rolex and ask them to swap the rhodium for the blue dial! At least that’s what they told me what I purchased my 126622

Agreed, you can. Bear in mind they'll charge you with the cost of an overhaul. I'm planning on swapping my pt dial ref 116622 for blue when the service is due. I get to keep the original dial as spare.

[sp006]

Originally Posted by alphadweller

Agreed, you can. Bear in mind they'll charge you with the cost of an overhaul. I'm planning on swapping my pt dial ref 116622 for blue when the service is due. I get to keep the original dial as spare.

How much did they quote you?


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[sp006]

Originally Posted by jrocks

I was perfectly happy with my rhodium dial until I saw that damn strap of yours. I must have that exact rig! Should I trade mine in, or just buy another?

Haha thank you. I actually tried to add Smarty end links as well but the bolstering on the top of the alligator leather was too thick.




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[alphadweller]

Originally Posted by sp006

How much did they quote you?


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I was quoted 530 euros new dial included, but that was a few years ago. I'm sure price has gone up since, although most probably fairly reasonable.

[acos183]

The SS rhodium and dark blue dials are both stunning.
I was hoping for the big launch of yesterday to include the blue bezel we have seen in the rumor but unfortunately it didn't came with the rest.
I do agree with you that the yacht masters are under appreciated but so beautiful and I'm starting to think that my Panerai Tuttonero could end in a trading for one of the 2 SS YM40 mentioned above... can't wait

[acos183]

Originally Posted by Albatross

I love this reference. For me, it’s either the blue dial or the rhodium dial version and I find my self being very wishy-washy on this choice. One day it’s one, the next day I see a pic of the other and then I fall in Love all over again. I cant pull the trigger until I figure this out in my mind and I’m probably not pulling the trigger on any Additional Rolex until things calm down a little bit in the world.

But one day, I will own one of these. Thanks for all the great pics in this thread. Very cool
watch to look at. She is quite photogenic!


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I am so much like you, waving between the blue dial and the rhodium dial

[jakemiller69]

Pool day vibes!

[Bro Watch]

Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

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It's so refreshing to see you guy enjoying your yachtmaster's on your yacht.

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[Roger Lococco]

Originally Posted by Bro Watch

It's so refreshing to see you guy enjoying your yachtmaster's on your yacht.

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Haha. We have other watches for when we’re on the Formula 1 track, in our private airplane, or I’m captaining our submarine ...


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[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by Roger Lococco

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Blue and blue!


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[fskywalker]

Pick your flavor




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[ltdb]

I finally purchased a 37mm Rhodium Yachtmaster after going through the normal online/local search and research (that could be analysis paralysis). It all sparked up after seeing a 37mm rosegold YM at the AD when I came in looking for a Datejust.

While I debated getting 40mm, I prefer smaller watches and the 37mm just has the right proportions for me. It is quite a bit heavier than my OP, so that took some getting used to. Plus it's really the only bezel sports watch than comes smaller than 40mm. I fell in love with it because of the combo of the bezel, the date feature, and the iconic block shaped indicies. The polished/brushed stainless bracelet gives it a sharp understated look. While never say never, the datejust looked too blingy in comparison.

Interestingly, I could have purchased the 37mm rosegold for just a little bit more. The AD had two in stock and wanted to deal. But even from pictures alone (thank you forum), I knew the Rhodium was the right match, I could feel it in my bones.

When Rolex reworked the dial/bezel/bracelet combinations on this watch, I think they really hit it out of the ballpark, particularly for the stainless and stainless/rosegold watches. You can't make a bad pick, it's just preference.

I queried all the local ADs in town for stainless YMs, and there was one 37mm rhodium available, and one 40mm black dial rosegold/stainless. So even though this is not a super popular sports model, it might be cooking under the radar because it looks so good in person, particularly demand for the 40mm model. I love the 37mm size, which is a good thing because that's all that was available in rhodium. The AD called me because it showed up for them two weeks after I asked about it.

In the world of secondary markets, demand and price is driven by quality and aesthetics. This watch has both with that 'it' factor. The only reason I didn't buy one used was because the price isn't dropping enough to make it worthwhile. Bottom line, this is a fabulous watch. Be patient, and buy the one you really want.

[jamesbondOO7]

Got it today

[jamesbondOO7]

[Oldfellow]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

Congratulations, looks fantastic.

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

Very nice! Welcome to the club!


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[jamesbondOO7]

Off to the Geneva Yacht Club for dinner

[fskywalker]

Originally Posted by jamesbondOO7

Got it today

Congrats and welcome to the club!


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[jamesbondOO7]

Originally Posted by fskywalker

Congrats and welcome to the club!


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Thank you, loving it!

[jamesbondOO7]

[jamesbondOO7]