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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...
wink

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

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Confession Time: Rolex Yacht Master II, stainless steel.

 
By: amanico : October 24th, 2014-23:38
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. An...  

Not a fan at this time

 
By: rnaden : October 25th, 2014-01:04
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 d... 

Like you, I still need some time to be fully convinced...

 
By: amanico : October 25th, 2014-03:05
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..

 
By: hs111 : October 25th, 2014-03:45
.. 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... 

Controversial, I totally agree.

 
By: amanico : October 25th, 2014-06:42
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..

 
By: KC74 : October 25th, 2014-05:54
..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 rig... 

Thanks for your feedback, Keith. I must say...

 
By: amanico : October 25th, 2014-06:40
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

You finally got it?

 
By: amanico : October 25th, 2014-08:49
Funny how some changes can modify our feelings. Thanks for your input, Faiçal. Nicolas

Uhhhmmmm

 
By: Baron - Mr Red : October 26th, 2014-02:38
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 ch... 

But the curious thing is that it doesn't look like a 44mm watch!

 
By: amanico : October 26th, 2014-02:51
A kind of big GMT case. not much bigger. Surprising.... Best, my friend. Nicolas

Mmm... not my cup of tea... But I have said that sames words before...

 
By: Subexplorer : October 27th, 2014-04:40
... 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.

Lol!! Thank you Nicolas! For the moment I´m in a hunt for a ...

 
By: Subexplorer : October 27th, 2014-07:55
... "regular" 16622 with platinum dial. So charming! (Another one of which I said "not for me" in the past! :))) Un abrazo Nicolas! Abel.

The stainless steel version is very nice but

 
By: Watchlover78 : October 29th, 2014-09:34
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.

 
By: amanico : November 3rd, 2014-23:45
Try it on, though, you might be surprised. ;) Best, Nicolas