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42itus · 26 October 2018, 05:53 PM

So I walked in to my AD today because I was working nearby. I currently have a deposit on a Tudor BB GMT with bracelet that they are expecting within the next few weeks. I was poking around and I saw a YM SS with platinum blue dial in the case and it was never on my radar but I tried it on and I really like it. I took it out to view under the Hawaiian sun and it totally pops! I’m now thinking of giving up the Tudor and getting this one. My reasoning is that I can hopefully get a BLRO someday anyway to fill that Pepsi craving.
As far as Rolex, I have a GMT black and Deepsea DeepBlue. Of my other pieces I don’t have anything with a blue dial. Omega Gemini IV is also on my radar but I don’t know when that will happen. Similarly, the 2020 Tokyo Speedy has that look. I have the problem that many of us have, my eyes are writing checks that my account (wife) won’t cash.
What do you all think?

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tyler1980 · 26 October 2018, 05:55 PM

I would get the YM

oldman2005 · 26 October 2018, 05:59 PM

Easy choice: Rolex YM

42itus · 26 October 2018, 06:07 PM

Another question. My AD won't give me a discount on the YM. Normal?

tyler1980 · 26 October 2018, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

Another question. My AD won't give me a discount on the YM. Normal?

not abnormal for a SS professional watch. which this basically is.

Brew · 26 October 2018, 06:20 PM

The YM is a beautiful, sporty piece that wears super comfortably, and slip under a cuff easily. I tried the Tudor out, but found it too big to fit comfortably under my shirt cuff, especially with a sport jacket or sweater on too, which is how I typically travel. Big travel watches don't work for me.

42itus · 26 October 2018, 06:21 PM

How does the platinum hold up? I move around a lot. Does it scratch easily?

tyler1980 · 26 October 2018, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

How does the platinum hold up? I move around a lot. Does it scratch easily?

my wife has the 35mm and the bezel is fine... the bracelet is way scratched up. The bezel concerns are overblown

Stratos · 26 October 2018, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

Another question. My AD won't give me a discount on the YM. Normal?

even though it is a SS model, I would like to get some discount for it.

mailman · 26 October 2018, 07:02 PM

I'd pick the 116622. Especially the blue dial

ap1 · 26 October 2018, 09:27 PM

Stay the course, gmt

GenevaFan · 26 October 2018, 09:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 42itus

So I walked in to my AD today because I was working nearby. I currently have a deposit on a Tudor BB GMT with bracelet that they are expecting within the next few weeks. I was poking around and I saw a YM SS with platinum blue dial in the case and it was never on my radar but I tried it on and I really like it. I took it out to view under the Hawaiian sun and it totally pops! I’m now thinking of giving up the Tudor and getting this one. My reasoning is that I can hopefully get a BLRO someday anyway to fill that Pepsi craving.
As far as Rolex, I have a GMT black and Deepsea DeepBlue. Of my other pieces I don’t have anything with a blue dial. Omega Gemini IV is also on my radar but I don’t know when that will happen. Similarly, the 2020 Tokyo Speedy has that look. I have the problem that many of us have, my eyes are writing checks that my account (wife) won’t cash.
What do you all think?

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Ask AD to hold it for you while you make a decision. Think about it for a couple days and you will have your answer.

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Cru Jones · 26 October 2018, 09:57 PM

YM + SS BLRO > Tudor GMT + SS BLRO.

Wcdhtwn · 26 October 2018, 10:14 PM

YM over Tudor GMT any day. But Tudor is a fine watch, particularly in the light of staying on the wife's good side at home.

FirstF80InSpace · 26 October 2018, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 42itus

How does the platinum hold up? I move around a lot. Does it scratch easily?

I've worn my YM almost daily for around 2 months in both long and short sleeve situations, and not even the tiniest speck or blemish on the bezel.

wood600rr · 26 October 2018, 10:56 PM

I had a 16622 that I wore every day for about 5 years, never had a mark on the bezel but the PCL's were pretty scratched up.

I got 12% off when I bought it in 2008 and I would not pay full retail today if I were buying another.

watchwatcher · 26 October 2018, 10:59 PM

I would stick with the plan to get the BBGMT now, and then someday, if you are indeed fortunate enough to get the BLRO, then you can make a decision on if you want to move one of them for the YM.

I wouldn't, but that's me...

superdog · 26 October 2018, 11:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tyler1980

my wife has the 35mm and the bezel is fine... the bracelet is way scratched up. The bezel concerns are overblown

Agree.

Manu74 · 26 October 2018, 11:27 PM

I like the YM a lot, but wouldn't buy it without a discount.
Love the blue dial BTW!

ltmgeller · 27 October 2018, 12:24 AM

I'd get the YM and then save for the Rolex Pepsi

eltonbalch · 27 October 2018, 12:33 AM

Get the GMT now; assuming you can fully fund the Yachtmaster, you’ll still be more than halfway there and you can then eventually have both. If you aren’t concerned about price, get the one you like the most now. I’ve come close to purchasing the blue Yachtmaster a couple of times but I’m a bit OCD about the polished links; never really heard anyone complain that much about the bezel though. I do love my GMT!

saskmh · 27 October 2018, 12:39 AM

While I love my black bays lately, the YM is the most comfortable watch I ever owned. If it's a one watch situation, I would go for the YM.

81sforlife · 27 October 2018, 01:01 AM

Go YM! If I were to get a YM it would be this one for sure.

CoveWatch · 27 October 2018, 01:12 AM

Prefer the YM also! Lovely watch

WaxedElvis · 27 October 2018, 01:46 AM

Wife has the 35mm and I have the blue - not abused to well worn. I agree with others, bezel concerns of over blown. Nothing against the BB at all if that's what you want but for me at least, no comparison - YM hands down.

R!$ · 27 October 2018, 02:26 AM

get the YM

jdmi32 · 27 October 2018, 02:56 AM

The 116622 has never been on my radar but I bought one for a friend and just received it yesterday and I have now changed my outlook. It looks so nice in person and wears very well on the wrist. I understand why it has a loyal following.

kcmo · 27 October 2018, 04:44 AM

YM for sure

Md001 · 27 October 2018, 05:52 AM

The YM is the better option in this case, so go for it if you really like it.

Sal_UKSheffield · 27 October 2018, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by WaxedElvis

Wife has the 35mm and I have the blue - not abused to well worn. I agree with others, bezel concerns of over blown. Nothing against the BB at all if that's what you want but for me at least, no comparison - YM hands down.

Sure is a beauty, if you can stomach the price it’s a great watch

26 October 2018, 05:53 PM	#1
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	Yacht Master or Tudor BB GMT So I walked in to my AD today because I was working nearby. I currently have a deposit on a Tudor BB GMT with bracelet that they are expecting within the next few weeks. I was poking around and I saw a YM SS with platinum blue dial in the case and it was never on my radar but I tried it on and I really like it. I took it out to view under the Hawaiian sun and it totally pops! I’m now thinking of giving up the Tudor and getting this one. My reasoning is that I can hopefully get a BLRO someday anyway to fill that Pepsi craving. As far as Rolex, I have a GMT black and Deepsea DeepBlue. Of my other pieces I don’t have anything with a blue dial. Omega Gemini IV is also on my radar but I don’t know when that will happen. Similarly, the 2020 Tokyo Speedy has that look. I have the problem that many of us have, my eyes are writing checks that my account (wife) won’t cash. What do you all think? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

26 October 2018, 05:55 PM	#2
tyler1980 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 17,622	I would get the YM __________________ Instagram: tyler.watches current collection: Patek 5164A, Patek 5524G, Rolex Platinum Daytona 116506, Rolex Sea Dweller 43 126600, Rolex GMT II 116710LN, AP 15400ST (silver), Panerai 913, Omega Speedmaster moonwatch, Tudor Black Bay (Harrods Edition)

26 October 2018, 07:02 PM	#10
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,504	I'd pick the 116622. Especially the blue dial __________________ JJ

27 October 2018, 12:24 AM	#20
ltmgeller 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: New York Watch: Rolex Posts: 22,495	I'd get the YM and then save for the Rolex Pepsi __________________ Oh, look at the time... Official Member: 'WIS-CON' Las Vegas International GTG 2019

27 October 2018, 12:39 AM	#22
saskmh "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 1,027	While I love my black bays lately, the YM is the most comfortable watch I ever owned. If it's a one watch situation, I would go for the YM. __________________ RCN (Canadian) Tudor Milsub database co-manager

26 October 2018, 05:59 PM	#3
oldman2005 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: norcal Posts: 3,031	Easy choice: Rolex YM

26 October 2018, 06:07 PM	#4
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	Another question. My AD won't give me a discount on the YM. Normal?

26 October 2018, 06:20 PM	#6
Brew "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: Larry Location: Finger Lakes Posts: 6,007	The YM is a beautiful, sporty piece that wears super comfortably, and slip under a cuff easily. I tried the Tudor out, but found it too big to fit comfortably under my shirt cuff, especially with a sport jacket or sweater on too, which is how I typically travel. Big travel watches don't work for me.

26 October 2018, 06:21 PM	#7
42itus "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2018 Real Name: Tom Location: Honolulu Watch: 116519LN Posts: 3,828	How does the platinum hold up? I move around a lot. Does it scratch easily?

26 October 2018, 09:27 PM	#11
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,513	Stay the course, gmt

26 October 2018, 09:57 PM	#13
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,253	YM + SS BLRO > Tudor GMT + SS BLRO.

26 October 2018, 10:14 PM	#14
Wcdhtwn "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Houston Watch: SkyD, SD43, GMT2 Posts: 5,058	YM over Tudor GMT any day. But Tudor is a fine watch, particularly in the light of staying on the wife's good side at home.

26 October 2018, 10:56 PM	#16
wood600rr "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Daytona Beach Posts: 24	I had a 16622 that I wore every day for about 5 years, never had a mark on the bezel but the PCL's were pretty scratched up. I got 12% off when I bought it in 2008 and I would not pay full retail today if I were buying another.

26 October 2018, 10:59 PM	#17
watchwatcher "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Larry Location: Kentucky Watch: Yes Posts: 35,002	I would stick with the plan to get the BBGMT now, and then someday, if you are indeed fortunate enough to get the BLRO, then you can make a decision on if you want to move one of them for the YM. I wouldn't, but that's me...

26 October 2018, 11:27 PM	#19
Manu74 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Real Name: Mark Location: Europe Watch: BLRO \| LV \| SkyD Posts: 1,403	I like the YM a lot, but wouldn't buy it without a discount. Love the blue dial BTW!

27 October 2018, 12:33 AM	#21
eltonbalch "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Cambridge, NY Posts: 1,089	Get the GMT now; assuming you can fully fund the Yachtmaster, you’ll still be more than halfway there and you can then eventually have both. If you aren’t concerned about price, get the one you like the most now. I’ve come close to purchasing the blue Yachtmaster a couple of times but I’m a bit OCD about the polished links; never really heard anyone complain that much about the bezel though. I do love my GMT!

27 October 2018, 01:01 AM	#23
81sforlife "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2018 Real Name: J Location: CO Watch: Sub & ExpII Posts: 555	Go YM! If I were to get a YM it would be this one for sure.

27 October 2018, 01:12 AM	#24
CoveWatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: SoCal Watch: Rolex & AP Posts: 4,535	Prefer the YM also! Lovely watch

27 October 2018, 02:26 AM	#26
R!$ Banned Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,405	get the YM

27 October 2018, 02:56 AM	#27
jdmi32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Real Name: Ky Location: Bay Area, CA Watch: 16570 Posts: 2,362	The 116622 has never been on my radar but I bought one for a friend and just received it yesterday and I have now changed my outlook. It looks so nice in person and wears very well on the wrist. I understand why it has a loyal following.

27 October 2018, 04:44 AM	#28
kcmo "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Karis Location: USA Posts: 19,377	YM for sure

27 October 2018, 05:52 AM	#29
Md001 Banned Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: USA Posts: 113	The YM is the better option in this case, so go for it if you really like it.

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