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dysondiver · 7 July 2011, 12:41 AM

i have ym hands fitted to my 16613 , the fatter min hand really balances things up , in my eyes . had to fit a full set of hands for the lumes to match .
i read somewhere its the thinner case back that makes the different water proof rating.

djprice35 · 7 July 2011, 01:06 AM

Nice pics. You were really able to bring the reds out

santiagoe · 7 July 2011, 03:30 AM

ah!!!!!

MCLady · 24 July 2011, 05:14 PM

SUPER Review!!!

Does the "rolexrolexrolex" in the bezel come only in the 40mm? Or does it also come in the 35mm and 29mm?

Thanks in advance!

RolexPete · 6 September 2011, 05:01 AM

I have one of these on its way. Cannot wait!

SWIMPRUF · 17 September 2011, 12:27 AM

Great read.

Coldcuts113 · 25 January 2012, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SWIMPRUF

Great read.

Montbrilliant · 20 March 2012, 01:37 PM

Greetings,

I am new to this site and am considering a new 2 tone Yachtmaster. It was mentioned that the center links were solid in the Platinum version, but my AD said the bracelet in the 2 tone has not been upgraded to the solid center links. Is he blowing smoke up my you know what?

Thanks,

kerytch · 20 March 2012, 09:26 PM

your AD is right. the new model two tone version hasnt come out yet. the clasp and bracelet is still the old one

crombie_sg · 3 May 2012, 01:24 AM

Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this?

Thank you!

kerytch · 3 May 2012, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crombie_sg

Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this?

Thank you!

you have the random serial already. that means they're the latest.

sleddog · 3 May 2012, 02:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crombie_sg

Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this?

Thank you!

8 total digits means it's a random serial..This is the latest numbering system and means your watch is the latest off the press from Rolex!!
Enjoy and welcome to the boards!

Mr. Clean · 3 May 2012, 07:10 PM

The YM is the first Rolex that ever sang to me...so here goes:

My YM Duo:

Our his & hers:

Two Men and a Lady:

Atty.Oliver · 6 May 2012, 12:54 PM

My gf had a stainless steel yachtmaster last year but I suggested her to get a panerai 111 instead. I'm glad that she listened

lorsban · 25 June 2012, 08:27 AM

Just got a nice mint 2nd hand 16622 today. LOVE IT! Actually was choosing between the YM and a Royal Oak 15300, but I found the RO a bit too formal or serious looking. In other words, not "me." Well, not yet anyway. Maybe when I'm older. Lol

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Steelgold · 19 August 2012, 09:23 PM

I enjoyed the review and pictures very informative. I'm leaning towards the YM as my next purchase. Thanks!

filfoster · 20 August 2012, 04:50 AM

These photos inspire horological lust. I must start saving for one of these as soon as my last Rolex is paid for.

Kinnakeet · 25 August 2012, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deep Sea

Great info...and great pictures. I think my wife would love a 35mm YM.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Yes, me too, buddy...............this is what the dial should look like - Platinum blasted!!
]

I have "upgraded" from a Ladies DJ to a 35mm YM...and I'm never looking back!
When deciding between a midsize and full size one, I noticed that the 40mm's dial did not Sparkle...and side by side could not hold a candle to the 35mm's sandblasted dial.
I'm wondering if there is anyone out there who would actually prefer the look of the smoother dial on the YM...

filfoster · 25 August 2012, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kinnakeet

I have "upgraded" from a Ladies DJ to a 35mm YM...and I'm never looking back!
When deciding between a midsize and full size one, I noticed that the 40mm's dial did not Sparkle...and side by side could not hold a candle to the 35mm's sandblasted dial.
I'm wondering if there is anyone out there who would actually prefer the look of the smoother dial on the YM...

The 40mm dial of the YM I tried on (and am buying) has an irridescent sparkle.

Kinnakeet · 26 August 2012, 01:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparcky

Just to inform you that the YM 2010 (new serial) has a smoother dial....

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Nice macro...............but how come the dial is looking so smooth?

JJ

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sparcky

I had YM "V4xxxxx" and my new "random" around my wrist last week and I remarked directly the difference.
Its like "sandpaper" where it went from extra fine to super fine.
(it's not completely smooth, see my second picture with flash.)

Hi Philip,
"sparcky's post about the smoother finished dial represents what I saw at my AD; There must be some newer YMasters-2010, which have this finish.

filfoster · 26 August 2012, 01:52 AM

Agree the irridescent dial is sexier. Super detail in the pic above!

ndm2369 · 17 September 2012, 12:57 AM

hi, i am new here, just wondering.. does anyone know when, or if ever there is... the chromalight was first use on the SS YM? thanks

cl63531 · 17 September 2012, 08:03 AM

I read in a previous post that TT YM comes in white, blue, champagne, and slate dials. Does that mean MOP dials are after market?

brkanand · 17 September 2012, 08:44 AM

My M series midsize TT YM with blue dial

jlowman · 26 October 2012, 07:16 AM

my 18k yachtmaster with the mop face, and rubies. ...but a beautiful piece no less

randyrandy · 18 November 2012, 10:30 PM

Did the Men's Yachtmaster 16622 SS/Platinum come with black-face dial also?

randyrandy · 18 November 2012, 10:32 PM

What color option did the Yachtmaster Mens 16622 come in?

1William · 18 November 2012, 10:49 PM

Great pictures and review.

lorsban · 19 November 2012, 09:12 AM

Randy the 16622 was monochrome, all silver or grey. And they never came out with a black one to my knowledge.

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lorsban · 19 November 2012, 09:16 AM

Does anyone here have experience with bezel repair/refinish/replacement?

Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2

7 July 2011, 03:30 AM	#93
santiagoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Montreal Posts: 134	ah!!!!! __________________ dj 6605 tt dd 1803 sub 16610Lv gmtzodiac TagG carrera wv2211

6 September 2011, 05:01 AM	#95
RolexPete "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Peter Location: New England Watch: Rolex DJ 116200 Posts: 786	I have one of these on its way. Cannot wait! __________________ Rolex Datejust 116200 - Oyster Perpetual 1002 Planet Ocean 42mm 2500C on Omega Mesh 2541.80 Omega Seamaster Bond Quartz

17 September 2011, 12:27 AM	#96
SWIMPRUF "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: * Posts: 2,324	Great read. __________________ Member# 52,675 Est. 3/2011

25 June 2012, 08:27 AM	#105
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,003	Just got a nice mint 2nd hand 16622 today. LOVE IT! Actually was choosing between the YM and a Royal Oak 15300, but I found the RO a bit too formal or serious looking. In other words, not "me." Well, not yet anyway. Maybe when I'm older. Lol Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using Tapatalk 2 __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Yacht-Master 16622 Ball EM II TMT Diver's Limited Edition, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date

26 October 2012, 07:16 AM	#115
jlowman "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Oakland County MI Posts: 1	my 18k yachtmaster with the mop face, and rubies. ...but a beautiful piece no less Last edited by sleddog; 26 October 2012 at 10:50 AM..

7 July 2011, 12:41 AM	#91
dysondiver "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: tom Location: northern ireland Watch: my fins Posts: 2,673	i have ym hands fitted to my 16613 , the fatter min hand really balances things up , in my eyes . had to fit a full set of hands for the lumes to match . i read somewhere its the thinner case back that makes the different water proof rating.

7 July 2011, 01:06 AM	#92
djprice35 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Real Name: DJ Location: Upstate, sc Watch: YM Plat/SS Posts: 16	Nice pics. You were really able to bring the reds out

24 July 2011, 05:14 PM	#94
MCLady 2011 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Pacific NW Watch: My Rolex2B Posts: 34	SUPER Review!!! Does the "rolexrolexrolex" in the bezel come only in the 40mm? Or does it also come in the 35mm and 29mm? Thanks in advance!

20 March 2012, 01:37 PM	#98
Montbrilliant "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Minnesota Watch: Breitling Olympus Posts: 25	Greetings, I am new to this site and am considering a new 2 tone Yachtmaster. It was mentioned that the center links were solid in the Platinum version, but my AD said the bracelet in the 2 tone has not been upgraded to the solid center links. Is he blowing smoke up my you know what? Thanks,

20 March 2012, 09:26 PM	#99
kerytch "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Ph Posts: 271	your AD is right. the new model two tone version hasnt come out yet. the clasp and bracelet is still the old one

3 May 2012, 01:24 AM	#100
crombie_sg "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: S'pore Posts: 1	Hi everyone, I had a very interesting time reading all the informative contributions. I just bought my first Rolex, a SS/PL YM, last month from an AD in Milan. My watch has the 'ROLEXROLEXROLEX' engraved ring. What I find confusing is that my warranty card list the serial no. as Y15xxxxx. I'm very curious about the 'shelf age' of my watch. Anyone can shed some light on this? Thank you!

3 May 2012, 07:10 PM	#103
Mr. Clean "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Elmer Location: Philippines Watch: 16622,16623,PAM112 Posts: 116	The YM is the first Rolex that ever sang to me...so here goes: My YM Duo: Our his & hers: Two Men and a Lady:

6 May 2012, 12:54 PM	#104
Atty.Oliver 2012 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: San Francisco Watch: AP, Pam & IWC Posts: 31	My gf had a stainless steel yachtmaster last year but I suggested her to get a panerai 111 instead. I'm glad that she listened

19 August 2012, 09:23 PM	#106
Steelgold "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: East Coast Watch: 116520 Posts: 55	I enjoyed the review and pictures very informative. I'm leaning towards the YM as my next purchase. Thanks!

20 August 2012, 04:50 AM	#107
filfoster "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Philip Foster Location: Cincinnati Watch: Sub 14060m Posts: 74	These photos inspire horological lust. I must start saving for one of these as soon as my last Rolex is paid for.

26 August 2012, 01:52 AM	#111
filfoster "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Real Name: Philip Foster Location: Cincinnati Watch: Sub 14060m Posts: 74	Agree the irridescent dial is sexier. Super detail in the pic above!

17 September 2012, 12:57 AM	#112
ndm2369 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: manila Posts: 5	hi, i am new here, just wondering.. does anyone know when, or if ever there is... the chromalight was first use on the SS YM? thanks

17 September 2012, 08:03 AM	#113
cl63531 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 35	I read in a previous post that TT YM comes in white, blue, champagne, and slate dials. Does that mean MOP dials are after market?

18 November 2012, 10:30 PM	#116
randyrandy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: philippines Posts: 3	The Rolex Yachtmaster Did the Men's Yachtmaster 16622 SS/Platinum come with black-face dial also?

18 November 2012, 10:32 PM	#117
randyrandy "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: philippines Posts: 3	What color option did the Yachtmaster Mens 16622 come in?

18 November 2012, 10:49 PM	#118
1William 2013 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: North Carolina Watch: DDII,DJII,Sub-C ND Posts: 422	Great pictures and review.

19 November 2012, 09:12 AM	#119
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,003	Randy the 16622 was monochrome, all silver or grey. And they never came out with a black one to my knowledge. Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2 __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Yacht-Master 16622 Ball EM II TMT Diver's Limited Edition, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date

19 November 2012, 09:16 AM	#120
lorsban "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Philippines Posts: 1,003	Does anyone here have experience with bezel repair/refinish/replacement? Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2 __________________ Rolex TT Datejust, Yacht-Master 16622 Ball EM II TMT Diver's Limited Edition, Omega Connie C-Shape, Anonimo D-Date

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