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hoops10 · 12 July 2013, 06:10 PM

Hello, I need some advice. I have a very small wrist, slightly over 6 inches. I currently own the Explorer II, 40mm. I love the size of the face however the lugs extend slightly over my wrist. I have been told that the Yachtmaster may be a better fit because the lugs are curved. Can anyone tell me if this is true? Also would you advice trading my Explorer II for the Yachtmaster. Although my explorer II is only about 1.5 years old I understand that I will have to bring money out of my pocket to make this happen. Also if anyone with a small wrist owns the Yachtmaster I would appreciate any photos that you may have.
Thank you in advance for your help.

bayerische · 12 July 2013, 06:22 PM

I'd say the YM wears bigger than the Explorer 2. (Old model)

travisb · 12 July 2013, 06:35 PM

The YM does have a slightly bigger appearance in my opinion. The curved lugs don't make that much of a difference.
Go try it on before making a deal.

Miguel Alvarez · 12 July 2013, 07:39 PM

My mate has an old yachtmaster and its definitely bigger (marginally) compared to my exp 2. Although that is looking at the two side by side. If you were replacing one with the other I'm sure you'd hardly notice if at all.

Singslinger · 12 July 2013, 08:01 PM

As I understand it, you are considering the YM mainly because it might be more comfortable and not necessarily because you prefer its looks? If yes, then I would seriously think twice about making the switch - nothing against the YM but I wouldn't buy any watch unless its looks really appealed to me.

As for price - the YM costs more than tne Exp 2 but how much you'd have to pay would depend on the ages of the two watches.

joe100 · 12 July 2013, 09:17 PM

I'd keep the explorer myself. I had a YM platinum for a few months and at first I thought it was great but it felt like a shiny Sub without the depth rating. It lost its sparkle in my eyes. I also dislike the name, it just sounds a bit too....I dunno.

PunkJr · 12 July 2013, 09:41 PM

Explorer.

superdog · 12 July 2013, 09:52 PM

If size is the issue, look at the explorer 1, 39mm

TempoKing · 12 July 2013, 09:57 PM

If you have such a small wrist why dont you get a mid size yachmaster
which looks like a 34mm date in size ?

badgtho · 12 July 2013, 10:06 PM

Don't do it.

badgtho · 12 July 2013, 10:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe100

I'd keep the explorer myself. I had a YM platinum for a few months and at first I thought it was great but it felt like a shiny Sub without the depth rating. It lost its sparkle in my eyes. I also dislike the name, it just sounds a bit too....I dunno.

Perfectly stated.

Gerardus · 12 July 2013, 10:09 PM

Owned them both, I would go for the EX11

thereisonlyoneelcid · 12 July 2013, 11:11 PM

Why don't you exchange for a 36mm Explorer?

Billywiz · 12 July 2013, 11:11 PM

I think the YM is a far nicer model and you ould consider the mid size?

versatile1 · 12 July 2013, 11:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tempoking

if you have such a small wrist why dont you get a mid size yachmaster
which looks like a 34mm date in size ?

x2

Trouble15 · 12 July 2013, 11:28 PM

Try on the YM full size & midsize to see if either are more comfortable to you then your current explorer II.

RLROCK · 12 July 2013, 11:40 PM

I currently own both models and have to say that the platinum YM wears bigger and heavier than the EXP II.

I concur with many fellow members that you should go to your AD and try on different models and sizes to see what feels best.

Yesterday I went to my AD and tried on the DJII and the Milgauss. They felt completely different on my wrist and looked different as well.

Have fun with trying new ones on and buy what makes you happiest!

drlecter · 13 July 2013, 12:09 AM

I think the Explorer is more like a classic, however, you should wear whatever you prefer and like, ie. why wear a YM if it is not the watch that you like or prefer. Also, there are people that has 7.5" wrist an they wear a big 47mm PAM or a 50mm Invicta.

Best,

JasoninDenver · 13 July 2013, 01:53 AM

I had an Exp II (16570) and loved the way it wore on my 6.25" wrist.

I also had the previous version YM (16220) and can say it was a touch more comfortable to wear due to the flat caseback and slightly tapered lugs. However, I did like like the dial and hand combo of the YM. It was illegible for me in low light situations (i.e., watching the tv at home in a dim room or in a restaurant).

I would trade a small degree of comfort for a large degree of usability. Consequently, the YM lasted less than one week.

Keep the Explorer II.

12 July 2013, 06:10 PM	#1
hoops10 Banned Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: USA Posts: 325	Trade an Explorer II for a Yachtmaster, help Hello, I need some advice. I have a very small wrist, slightly over 6 inches. I currently own the Explorer II, 40mm. I love the size of the face however the lugs extend slightly over my wrist. I have been told that the Yachtmaster may be a better fit because the lugs are curved. Can anyone tell me if this is true? Also would you advice trading my Explorer II for the Yachtmaster. Although my explorer II is only about 1.5 years old I understand that I will have to bring money out of my pocket to make this happen. Also if anyone with a small wrist owns the Yachtmaster I would appreciate any photos that you may have. Thank you in advance for your help.

12 July 2013, 06:22 PM	#2
bayerische "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Real Name: Andreas Location: Margaritaville Watch: Smurf Posts: 19,879	I'd say the YM wears bigger than the Explorer 2. (Old model) __________________ Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.

12 July 2013, 09:17 PM	#6
joe100 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Joe Location: New Mexico Watch: Explorer Posts: 12,838	I'd keep the explorer myself. I had a YM platinum for a few months and at first I thought it was great but it felt like a shiny Sub without the depth rating. It lost its sparkle in my eyes. I also dislike the name, it just sounds a bit too....I dunno. __________________ It's Espresso, not Expresso. Coffee is not a train in Italy. -TRF Member 6982-

12 July 2013, 09:52 PM	#8
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,827	If size is the issue, look at the explorer 1, 39mm __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

12 July 2013, 10:06 PM	#10
badgtho "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: CT Posts: 274	Don't do it. __________________ 16610 Sub 1601 Datejust PAM 000 CA1215 Formula 1 Chrono Etc...

12 July 2013, 06:35 PM	#3
travisb 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Real Name: Travis Location: FL / NYC Watch: Yes.. Posts: 33,419	The YM does have a slightly bigger appearance in my opinion. The curved lugs don't make that much of a difference. Go try it on before making a deal.

12 July 2013, 07:39 PM	#4
Miguel Alvarez "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: England Watch: Exp2/Sub/DJ Posts: 343	My mate has an old yachtmaster and its definitely bigger (marginally) compared to my exp 2. Although that is looking at the two side by side. If you were replacing one with the other I'm sure you'd hardly notice if at all.

12 July 2013, 08:01 PM	#5
Singslinger "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: singapore Posts: 6,424	As I understand it, you are considering the YM mainly because it might be more comfortable and not necessarily because you prefer its looks? If yes, then I would seriously think twice about making the switch - nothing against the YM but I wouldn't buy any watch unless its looks really appealed to me. As for price - the YM costs more than tne Exp 2 but how much you'd have to pay would depend on the ages of the two watches.

12 July 2013, 09:41 PM	#7
PunkJr "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Adelaide Watch: 14060 Sub Posts: 332	Explorer.

12 July 2013, 09:57 PM	#9
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	If you have such a small wrist why dont you get a mid size yachmaster which looks like a 34mm date in size ?

12 July 2013, 10:09 PM	#12
Gerardus "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Gerardus Location: often in the air Watch: ♕ Posts: 12,129	Owned them both, I would go for the EX11 __________________ ♕126610 ♕126333 ♕116300

12 July 2013, 11:11 PM	#13
thereisonlyoneelcid "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: usa Posts: 73	Why don't you exchange for a 36mm Explorer?

12 July 2013, 11:11 PM	#14
Billywiz Banned Join Date: May 2013 Real Name: John Location: Florida Watch: YG President Posts: 2,090	I think the YM is a far nicer model and you ould consider the mid size?

12 July 2013, 11:28 PM	#16
Trouble15 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Steve Location: USA Watch: A few Posts: 8,881	Try on the YM full size & midsize to see if either are more comfortable to you then your current explorer II.

12 July 2013, 11:40 PM	#17
RLROCK "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Real Name: Richard Location: New Jersey Watch: Depends on my mood Posts: 515	I currently own both models and have to say that the platinum YM wears bigger and heavier than the EXP II. I concur with many fellow members that you should go to your AD and try on different models and sizes to see what feels best. Yesterday I went to my AD and tried on the DJII and the Milgauss. They felt completely different on my wrist and looked different as well. Have fun with trying new ones on and buy what makes you happiest!

13 July 2013, 12:09 AM	#18
drlecter "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 406	I think the Explorer is more like a classic, however, you should wear whatever you prefer and like, ie. why wear a YM if it is not the watch that you like or prefer. Also, there are people that has 7.5" wrist an they wear a big 47mm PAM or a 50mm Invicta. Best, __________________ Breitling Chronomat Evolution 2T, PAM 111, Rolex 116610LV Anniversary, Big Pilot

13 July 2013, 01:53 AM	#19
JasoninDenver 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Denver Posts: 4,277	I had an Exp II (16570) and loved the way it wore on my 6.25" wrist. I also had the previous version YM (16220) and can say it was a touch more comfortable to wear due to the flat caseback and slightly tapered lugs. However, I did like like the dial and hand combo of the YM. It was illegible for me in low light situations (i.e., watching the tv at home in a dim room or in a restaurant). I would trade a small degree of comfort for a large degree of usability. Consequently, the YM lasted less than one week. Keep the Explorer II. __________________ Jason 116610 LN DateJust Pelagos FXD

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