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dr35mm · 20 December 2017, 02:52 AM

I want a new watch for my 30th birthday, but Im having a hard time deciding and would love to hear some TRF wisdom.

For sometime I've had my 16622 YM and what a great watch it is, but sometimes I find it a bit too dressy, I'm a big fan of sports watch. I have a seiko which I don't think Ill keep for much longer and Im going back to OWG. So here are my options.

Option 1: Flip the YM for a Hulk. I really like the Hulk, it's stealthy, functional and practical. I like the idea of not needing to make a decision.

Option 2: Keep the YM and add a Explorer 1. I've always had an eye on the Explorer, perfect zero f's given watch and use the YM for special occasions.

GMT's are out since I don't need a GMT function. Daytonas are out as well, I ordered one earlier this year and I came realize I'm just not a chrono guy, gave my spot to a friend. Unfortunately Seadwellers are out as well, they are just too big for me.

Grail is between PP5167 and YM 116655, most likely when the time comes I'll have to pair the grail with one of the watches above.

Any comments are highly appreciated.

Thanks!

Maiden · 20 December 2017, 03:01 AM

I would add the explorer 1. The hulk is the opposite of stealthy IMO. With the explorer you get an understated but beautiful sports watch and you keep your true love (I think you will miss it)for other occasions.

Sub King · 20 December 2017, 03:06 AM

Can I create a third option and suggest that you consider a 114060? That watch is gorgeous, IMO. If that’s not something you’re into, then adding the Explorer would be my next choice. The Hulk is loud, and definitely not a versatile watch compared to the Explorer!

tifosi · 20 December 2017, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sub King

Can I create a third option and suggest that you consider a 114060? That watch is gorgeous, IMO. If that’s not something you’re into, then adding the Explorer would be my next choice. The Hulk is loud, and definitely not a versatile watch compared to the Explorer!

I have to agree with this. 114060 if you want to be a OWG. I am and that's what I have. No other watch does it better. Besides, maybe, the EXP1.

Hulk prices are ridiculous anyway.

HogwldFLTR · 20 December 2017, 03:56 AM

Keep and add; the Explorer will help preserve the YM through rotation!!!

AK797 · 20 December 2017, 04:00 AM

LVc and 5167 would be my SS endgame, I am currently sitting on a LVc and 5164 and very happy.

TheRolexKingofLV · 20 December 2017, 04:04 AM

Sounds to me like The Hulk is what you are after!

BillA · 20 December 2017, 04:08 AM

I love these posts, what should I do? How can we tell you what to do? We dont know you or know what you like. Go to an AD or Rolex reseller store and try them on, and the one that puts the biggest smile on your face is the one.
Best of luck.

Fleetlord · 20 December 2017, 04:43 AM

According to reports from the field, it is a bad time to get a Hulk..

YM are pillowy soft in terms of resale, so you might lose some $$$

Other than that, get what you WANT.

SG56 · 20 December 2017, 05:20 AM

Your YM is so very photogenic and fits you, i wouldn't flip it.

WatchOut4It · 20 December 2017, 06:09 AM

It’s hard to go wrong with either of those two options. I’d suggest the path of least resistance and add the Exp. As Fleetlord said, it’s a bad time to be on the market for a Hulk, and your YM seems to suit you sell. I’d add and see how it sticks. You can always flip the YM for the Hulk later on when the prices stabilize.....

javier · 20 December 2017, 06:13 AM

if you choose the hulk you ll get bored very very soon

Justinmg · 20 December 2017, 06:14 AM

I don't see the hulk as stealthy, explorer is the perfect sports watch

Nikrnic · 20 December 2017, 06:28 AM

I biased for the Sub. That's my must have piece, but you cant go wrong with any choice, sorry no big help, but as one TRF said it's a good idea to try them on in person.

epc2 · 20 December 2017, 07:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sub King

Can I create a third option and suggest that you consider a 114060? That watch is gorgeous, IMO. If that’s not something you’re into, then adding the Explorer would be my next choice. The Hulk is loud, and definitely not a versatile watch compared to the Explorer!

I agree with this option , there's not a big difference in price between an Exp 1 and the 114060 , if you're considering the Exp I guess you don't mind not having the date function, IMO the Sub is a better buy with the Glidelock and Ceramic Bezel.

Uhtred59 · 20 December 2017, 07:38 AM

I voted for add the explorer, but you have to be able to live without a date function.

topcat30093 · 20 December 2017, 08:06 AM

^^^^
But if he went with option 2 and keep the YM. He would have one with the date and one without :-)

Shamorai · 20 December 2017, 08:07 AM

As a Hulk owner who wears it just about every day, I agree, it is both beautiful and stealthy. I don’t get a feeling that I’m showing off like I do sometimes with a fluted bezel.

However, I do enjoy seeing pictures of your YM with the cool patina on the bezel! So it’s a tough call for me. Ideally I’d add the LVc and keep the YM.

BNA/LION · 20 December 2017, 08:28 AM

You like the Hulk, Get the Hulk.

topjimmi · 20 December 2017, 08:36 AM

Get the explorer and keep the other

Speed · 20 December 2017, 10:47 AM

Another vote for the Expy 1.

The Hulk is not very versatile imo.

ejvette · 20 December 2017, 10:49 AM

Sell sell sell

dr35mm · 21 December 2017, 04:59 AM

Thanks everyone for their valuable inputs!

Decision has been made, some time next year I'll be selling my Yachtmaster for a Hulk, that is of course if I don't get my mind blown by Rolex at baselworld.

Thanks again!

ajas · 22 December 2017, 01:08 AM

Good luck.

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keto9 · 22 December 2017, 01:13 AM

Has to be either a Sub or Explorer, from your description. Not a fan of the green personally, but whatever floats yer boat, if you can find one. 114060/116610 great for every day.

Me, I voted with my walled this week and got a 214270. Excellent under the radar watch. Size is subtle. Light, balanced and comfortable. Large-ish dial to case size ratio, so very legible.

For a touch more bling without being over the top, check out a DJ41, tried on a smooth bezel blue oyster and it was WOW but a touch dressy for ME for every day, but I could see many pulling it off.

watchwatcher · 22 December 2017, 01:22 AM

OK, I'm going to give two answers here.

One, from my point of view, I would ditch the YM for a LV any day of the week...but, that's me. Not many in front of the LV for my taste.

Two, for your collection and given your love and enjoyment of the YM, I would probably hold onto the YM and add the EXP, seeing as what your grails are for the future. If you got into grail territory, you could flip the YM for the RG Oyster Flex model and have the EXP for a casual beater. Pretty good scenario, I'd say.

View Poll Results: Which one?
Sell the Yachtmaster and get the Hulk.	43	43.88%
Keep Yachtmaster and add Explorer 1	55	56.12%
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20 December 2017, 02:52 AM	#1
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	Another Rolex Dilemma I want a new watch for my 30th birthday, but Im having a hard time deciding and would love to hear some TRF wisdom. For sometime I've had my 16622 YM and what a great watch it is, but sometimes I find it a bit too dressy, I'm a big fan of sports watch. I have a seiko which I don't think Ill keep for much longer and Im going back to OWG. So here are my options. Option 1: Flip the YM for a Hulk. I really like the Hulk, it's stealthy, functional and practical. I like the idea of not needing to make a decision. Option 2: Keep the YM and add a Explorer 1. I've always had an eye on the Explorer, perfect zero f's given watch and use the YM for special occasions. GMT's are out since I don't need a GMT function. Daytonas are out as well, I ordered one earlier this year and I came realize I'm just not a chrono guy, gave my spot to a friend. Unfortunately Seadwellers are out as well, they are just too big for me. Grail is between PP5167 and YM 116655, most likely when the time comes I'll have to pair the grail with one of the watches above. Any comments are highly appreciated. Thanks! __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

20 December 2017, 03:01 AM	#2
Maiden "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Canada Posts: 3,652	I would add the explorer 1. The hulk is the opposite of stealthy IMO. With the explorer you get an understated but beautiful sports watch and you keep your true love (I think you will miss it)for other occasions. __________________ Rolex 116613LN Rolex 16610LN Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 41mm Omega Geneve Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAY2112 Orient Ray 2

20 December 2017, 03:56 AM	#5
HogwldFLTR 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Lee Location: 42.48.45N70.48.48 Watch: Too many to list! Posts: 33,662	Keep and add; the Explorer will help preserve the YM through rotation!!! __________________ Troglodyte in residence! https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=808599

20 December 2017, 04:04 AM	#7
TheRolexKingofLV "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Real Name: Trace Location: Vegas/Bay Area Posts: 9,234	Sounds to me like The Hulk is what you are after! __________________ Official Host "The Penthouse Party" Las Vegas 2018 Instagram @tracenunes

20 December 2017, 03:06 AM	#3
Sub King "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Location: Canada Watch: 124060 Posts: 402	Can I create a third option and suggest that you consider a 114060? That watch is gorgeous, IMO. If that’s not something you’re into, then adding the Explorer would be my next choice. The Hulk is loud, and definitely not a versatile watch compared to the Explorer!

20 December 2017, 04:00 AM	#6
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,368	LVc and 5167 would be my SS endgame, I am currently sitting on a LVc and 5164 and very happy.

20 December 2017, 04:08 AM	#8
BillA 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: US Posts: 3,869	I love these posts, what should I do? How can we tell you what to do? We dont know you or know what you like. Go to an AD or Rolex reseller store and try them on, and the one that puts the biggest smile on your face is the one. Best of luck.

20 December 2017, 04:43 AM	#9
Fleetlord 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Vain Posts: 6,005	According to reports from the field, it is a bad time to get a Hulk.. YM are pillowy soft in terms of resale, so you might lose some $$$ Other than that, get what you WANT.

20 December 2017, 05:20 AM	#10
SG56 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Tampa Watch: SD4K Posts: 2,674	Your YM is so very photogenic and fits you, i wouldn't flip it. __________________ Sea-Dweller 116600 - the manly one GMT II 16710 - the manly one Daytona 116500 - the manly-womanly one Yacht-Master 268622 - the chick version Speedy Mitsukoshi <3 Tag Heuer Aquaracer WAF141C.BA0824 - the chick version Thank you logan5tx!!! Have to link it. Too long for the signature. https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...0&postcount=14

20 December 2017, 06:09 AM	#11
WatchOut4It "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: CONUS Posts: 726	It’s hard to go wrong with either of those two options. I’d suggest the path of least resistance and add the Exp. As Fleetlord said, it’s a bad time to be on the market for a Hulk, and your YM seems to suit you sell. I’d add and see how it sticks. You can always flip the YM for the Hulk later on when the prices stabilize.....

20 December 2017, 06:13 AM	#12
javier "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Argentina Posts: 803	if you choose the hulk you ll get bored very very soon

20 December 2017, 06:14 AM	#13
Justinmg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Real Name: Justin Location: FL Watch: PO/EXPL Posts: 3,371	I don't see the hulk as stealthy, explorer is the perfect sports watch __________________ //////////////////////////////// Member of The Nylon Nation Does it do anything? It tells the time.

20 December 2017, 06:28 AM	#14
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,171	I biased for the Sub. That's my must have piece, but you cant go wrong with any choice, sorry no big help, but as one TRF said it's a good idea to try them on in person.

20 December 2017, 07:38 AM	#16
Uhtred59 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2017 Real Name: Ken Location: Europa Watch: 216570 Posts: 693	I voted for add the explorer, but you have to be able to live without a date function. __________________ "My center is yielding, my right is retreating. Excellent situation, I am attacking" Ferdinand Foch

20 December 2017, 08:06 AM	#17
topcat30093 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Tony Location: England Posts: 5,448	^^^^ But if he went with option 2 and keep the YM. He would have one with the date and one without :-) __________________

20 December 2017, 08:07 AM	#18
Shamorai "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Sydney Watch: 16523, 116610LV Posts: 762	As a Hulk owner who wears it just about every day, I agree, it is both beautiful and stealthy. I don’t get a feeling that I’m showing off like I do sometimes with a fluted bezel. However, I do enjoy seeing pictures of your YM with the cool patina on the bezel! So it’s a tough call for me. Ideally I’d add the LVc and keep the YM.

20 December 2017, 08:28 AM	#19
BNA/LION 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2011 Real Name: Larry Location: San Diego, CA Watch: ROLEX Posts: 25,600	Another Rolex Dilemma You like the Hulk, Get the Hulk. __________________ ✦ 28238 President DD 18K/YG ✦ 16610LN SS Sub ✦ 16613 18K/SS Serti ✦ 16550 Exp II Non-Rail Cream Dial ✦ Daytona C 116500 ✦ 126710 BLRO GMT-Master II ✦ NEXT-->? ⛳ Hole In One! 10/3/19 DMCC 5th hole, par 3, 168 yards w/ 4-Iron.

20 December 2017, 08:36 AM	#20
topjimmi "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: matt Location: USA Posts: 551	Get the explorer and keep the other

20 December 2017, 10:47 AM	#21
Speed "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 19,706	Another Rolex Dilemma Another vote for the Expy 1. The Hulk is not very versatile imo.

20 December 2017, 10:49 AM	#22
ejvette 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2014 Real Name: Ed Location: East Hampton NY Watch: me break clays.. Posts: 7,512	Sell sell sell __________________ Rolex•Omega•Breitling•Grand Seiko•Tudor "No one on their death bed ever said I wish I worked more" My Grandma * Card carrying member of TRF's Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons *

21 December 2017, 04:59 AM	#23
dr35mm "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Real Name: Peter Location: Caribbean Watch: BB58 Posts: 2,398	Thanks everyone for their valuable inputs! Decision has been made, some time next year I'll be selling my Yachtmaster for a Hulk, that is of course if I don't get my mind blown by Rolex at baselworld. Thanks again! __________________ Present: BB58 \| BB36 \| GMW-B5000D-1JF \| 6900-PT80 Past: 16610LN \| 16622 \| 116610LN \| 214270

22 December 2017, 01:08 AM	#24
ajas "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Real Name: Will Location: Kuala Lumpur Watch: SubC, Pam, Speede Posts: 3,146	Good luck. Sent from my SM-N935F using Tapatalk

22 December 2017, 01:13 AM	#25
keto9 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Canada Watch: 214270 2017 Posts: 37	Has to be either a Sub or Explorer, from your description. Not a fan of the green personally, but whatever floats yer boat, if you can find one. 114060/116610 great for every day. Me, I voted with my walled this week and got a 214270. Excellent under the radar watch. Size is subtle. Light, balanced and comfortable. Large-ish dial to case size ratio, so very legible. For a touch more bling without being over the top, check out a DJ41, tried on a smooth bezel blue oyster and it was WOW but a touch dressy for ME for every day, but I could see many pulling it off.

22 December 2017, 01:22 AM	#26
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 34,996	OK, I'm going to give two answers here. One, from my point of view, I would ditch the YM for a LV any day of the week...but, that's me. Not many in front of the LV for my taste. Two, for your collection and given your love and enjoyment of the YM, I would probably hold onto the YM and add the EXP, seeing as what your grails are for the future. If you got into grail territory, you could flip the YM for the RG Oyster Flex model and have the EXP for a casual beater. Pretty good scenario, I'd say.

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