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.. something, I would like to try on; also the dial too noisy & somehow unbalanced.
- On the other hand, I agree, that although a bit " Un-Rolex", it provides a tint of originality
( retrograde Chrono) and freshness.
- Finally, its size with 44 mm usually for my wrist is way too big, that that would have to be seen
in the real, to be "objectively" assessed.
Lastly, if I think it over, where in todays world of elektronic timing in boat racing,or regattas, dies it fit ?
Does it have it's place of utility ? -- it is more a symbol, than a tool piece, for me at least .
as opposed, let's say a GMT, which still has a usefulness, pretty unchanged ; same for me goes
for a Memovox, which friendly complucation I use quite frequently ..
But I give you that appeal of youthfulness, fresh appearance and sort of "happy being around"..
Thus, again for me,
not enough boxes ticked ..
- with the caveat, that the ultimate reality & wrist-test, I would have to strive for, to maybe
reverse or at least modify my personal judgement & feelings..
Thus, for humble me.. Not quite, but not hopeless..
Would I buy it ? -- Never...
Thx for this ( controversial ?) share and my
Best for the weekend !
hs
PS: I like the other YM's models better: ( eg 116622 ss/Pt),
- with the uniformly " creamy appearance" and/or with
the Pt lunettes, plus WG indices (40 mm) much more
This message has been edited by hs111 on 2014-10-25 03:49:39
Confession Time: Rolex Yacht Master II, stainless steel.
When the Yacht Master II was unveiled, several years ago, I was skeptical, for aesthetical reasons, mostly.
More than skeptical, to be honest, I just didn't like it.
Since... Since I saw the stainless steel version. First in pictures, then in the real. And I had a lot of time, between two planes, in several airports, to test it.
The blue ceramic bezel, the dial, the original complication ( 10 minutes retrograde chronograph, for regattas ), all these détails made me reconsider the Watch.
I am not still in the mood to buy it, but I must confess that I changed my mind.
I find it cool and original. Big, certainly, with its 44 mm ( ! ) case, but far from being unwearable, once on the wrist, at the point that I had to check the size more than once!
The Yacht Master is the most Un Rolex among Rolex watches, and the " II " doesn't escape to that observation. Maybe it is why I love the Yacht Master so much?
Funny how a version can lead you to reconsider your point of view on a reference.
What is your opinion on this one?
Best,
Nicolas.
Not a fan at this time
I've bee able to see it in the metal, and like you, I didn't like it at first sight. I thought the color combinations were too loud, and I just didn't like the size. Strange when you think that the YM is my favorite Rolex, but then again, this is a very different beast. I still don't like it, with the size, the polished center links and the color of the dial which I also find too noisy. Maybe if I had the opportunity to test this beyond the few minutes at the AD I might be more convinced...
As a side note, I've not seen this on any wrist up till now, even on my travels which is unusual for a Rolex.
Richard
Like you, I still need some time to be fully convinced...
and to buy it, as I have many other priorities, but my perception of the Watch is more positive, now....
Yes, you made me think about it, but I never saw someone wearing it!
Best, and thanks for your input, Richard.
Nicolas
Quite ambigous, I still am.. Although seen only on pics.. For humble me it's not..
.. something, I would like to try on; also the dial too noisy & somehow unbalanced.
- On the other hand, I agree, that although a bit " Un-Rolex", it provides a tint of originality
( retrograde Chrono) and freshness.
- Finally, its size with 44 mm usually for my wrist is way too big, that that would have to be seen
in the real, to be "objectively" assessed.
Lastly, if I think it over, where in todays world of elektronic timing in boat racing,or regattas, dies it fit ?
Does it have it's place of utility ? -- it is more a symbol, than a tool piece, for me at least .
as opposed, let's say a GMT, which still has a usefulness, pretty unchanged ; same for me goes
for a Memovox, which friendly complucation I use quite frequently ..
But I give you that appeal of youthfulness, fresh appearance and sort of "happy being around"..
Thus, again for me,
not enough boxes ticked ..
- with the caveat, that the ultimate reality & wrist-test, I would have to strive for, to maybe
reverse or at least modify my personal judgement & feelings..
Thus, for humble me.. Not quite, but not hopeless..
Would I buy it ? -- Never...
Thx for this ( controversial ?) share and my
Best for the weekend !
hs
PS: I like the other YM's models better: ( eg 116622 ss/Pt),
- with the uniformly " creamy appearance" and/or with
the Pt lunettes, plus WG indices (40 mm) much more
This message has been edited by hs111 on 2014-10-25 03:49:39
Controversial, I totally agree.
It is all about coolness ( a sentiment you are very familiar with... ) versus functionality ( regattas apart )...
Not for everybody, but it is far from being a " vanilia Watch ".
All the best, my friend.
Nicolas
The functionality is there and great for those who..
..actually use it. But for practical reason, not for me. If I have the choice, I will go for the Sky Dweller, not sure if available in stainless steel version or not, now. I did not like it when it was released but now, it's a different story. You are right, certain things make u reconsider.
Thanks for your feedback, Keith. I must say...
That I didn't change my mind, yet, on the Sky Dweller.
Try this one, on, you may be surprised. Not about the functionality, except if you are a sailor, but about the coolness... Surprising..
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
I was never a fan of the gold or TT versions
but this one I immediately LOVED it the minute I saw it.
You finally got it?
Funny how some changes can modify our feelings.
Thanks for your input, Faiçal.
Nicolas
Uhhhmmmm
If i am honest, i could not consider this one for a few reasons. First, at that size, it is simply too big for me. Second, when a watch is that type of size, it would be important to me that it was not too extroverted. This watch is very extroverted in character. It is the life and soul of the party style of character. That size and that character would make it hard for me to contemplate.
But the curious thing is that it doesn't look like a 44mm watch!
A kind of big GMT case. not much bigger. Surprising....
Best, my friend.
Nicolas
That is exactly what most or people say about watches in general! ;) [nt]
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You are distracted. It is the WG GMT (Pepsi) you should be looking into
The blue is a different shade.
Regard
Tyler
Regard
Tyler
LOL... No, focused on my targets. ;) [nt]
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Mmm... not my cup of tea... But I have said that sames words before...
... and I change mind some time after!!
So I say to my self: "Never say never again"!!
An impresive timepiece for sure!
Have a great day my dear friend!
Un abrazo, Abel.
So I say to my self: "Never say never again"!!
An impresive timepiece for sure!
Have a great day my dear friend!
Un abrazo, Abel.
Lol!! Thank you Nicolas! For the moment I´m in a hunt for a ...
... "regular" 16622 with platinum dial. So charming! (Another one of which I said "not for me" in the past! ))
Un abrazo Nicolas!
Abel.
))Un abrazo Nicolas!
Abel.
Between the One and the Two, I would definitely go for the I, too. [nt]
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Well, the one is a luxury Submariner. A very particular character.
One of my very favourite modern Rolexes, to say all.
Best, Amigo.
Nicolas
Agree. Your description as a luxury Sub is precise. Lots of character! [nt]
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The stainless steel version is very nice but
the largest watch that will not look too ridiculous on me would be 40mm, 44mm is bit too large for me. Yet it is still a very attractive Rolex if one has to use the function. I do not think it is too flashy.
Best regards,
Baxter
Thanks for your feedback, Baxter.
Try it on, though, you might be surprised.
Best,
Nicolas