The Yacht Club 😉

Seems like I’m seeing more YMs in recent months. Figured I’d start this thread with a purposefully cringeworthy title, considering I don’t own a yacht.

I searched for an existing thread dedicated to the Yacht-Master and didn’t come across one. I believe there are threads for all other Rolex models, so why not the Yacht-Master.

Share pictures, post thoughts, questions, issues and whatever else is on your mind about this watch.

Kicking things off with my Ti YM. Clearly I’m a fan.

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The Yacht Club 😉

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Which to buy – Rolex Explorer 1 versus Submariner no date?

I am seeking to add a Rolex to my collection this year. It would be my first ever. I’ve been very conflicted about the brand due to all the hype, hysteria, and everything else that is associated with Rolex, especially since the Pandemic. But the truth is, I absolutely love the Explorer range (1 and II) as well as the Sub (especially the no date). And I feel it would be great to have at least one Rolex in my collection (even if I never buy a second Rolex in my lifetime).

I am leaning…

Which to buy – Rolex Explorer 1 versus Submariner no date?

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Collection Redundancy (My accidental Daytona Affinity)

I recently achieved a major goal of mine and purchased the Daytona Panda 116500 that I have wanted for some time. Prior to acquiring the Daytona, I purchased a Tudor Chronograph Panda and a Zenith Chronomaster in black (Quick plug for the Zenith, it’s a phenomenal watch). During both of these purchases the Daytona was not on my mind, meaning I wasn’t buying them “to settle” not having a Daytona.

I realized through this that I definitely have a “watch type” and that they all serve…

Collection Redundancy (My accidental Daytona Affinity)

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Picked up my first Rolex today.

Hey guys,

I picked up my first Rolex today. It’s a (very) early 40th birthday gift to myself. I was inspired by the photos @Lucky_Craft posted on his recently acquired OP: https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/the-unexpected-call-my-first-rolex.5620696/

A sunburst blue dial was on my list. I was not sure if I wanted to get another Omega Aqua Terra or IWC Mark XX or venture to Zenith. Rolex has never been on my radar because I did not want to play the game…

Picked up my first Rolex today.

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