I own both the 37mm Oysterflex Yachtmaster in Everose Gold and the Submariner 124060... The Yachtmaster is just the better watch, you can tell which the people in the comment section don't own either lol. The Yachtmaster has way more customization. Different sizes, metals, straps, dial colors, etc. There's a model for everyone. It also comes with tapered lugs which curve with your wrist, the Submariner lugs aren't tapered so it looks like a flying saucer lol. The Oysterflex version of the Yachtmaster fixes all the problems. You get a Glidelock, brushed gold with polished centerlink, and a scratchproof ceramic bezel. Also, since it's a rubber band, it's not going to scratch at all. The bidirectional bezel with the muted sound is actually preferred with day to day wear. The unidirectional bezel on the Submariner is very loud and a hinderance because if you miss the bezel alignment you have to do all 120 clicks again. It makes a lot of racket and draws attention to yourself. The only department the Submariner wins in is water resistance, it's complete overkill lol. Most diving is conducted above 100m unless you work in a saturated environment.
Thanks for commenting pal, great points! Agree with your thoughts on the YM, the 40mm wears sooo well on my wrist! Would love to try out the 37mm! The gold/oysterflex YM looks incredible! and yeah, the addition of glidelock is amazing! This should be on all Rolex models if you ask me!
I wear it as a daily. It’s very versatile. More versatile than a Sub. It’s more slimmer, sleeker than a sub. Wears much better. Definitely more refined and ideal daily watch. And the curved case that hugs your wrist makes it very comfortable.
I purchased this watch last year. I absolutely adore it. The slate dial with the blue 'ice' secondhand is mesmerising, especially in natural light. It's actually my second Rolex. I also have a 'Pepsi'. For some reason the Rolex Submariner doesn't appeal to me. I think it's got a lot to do with the fact I have a few Omega watches.
Yachtmaster blue, Batman, bluesey, datejust2 azzure, yachtmaster is best of everything! The case is super comfortable until you own a few and feel the difference it’s hard to know for yourself.
Back in 2005 I actually picked a gold Yachtmaster over a gold Daytona because I felt the Yachtmaster more presence on the wrist than the Daytona, which seemed a little feminine. Although the Datona has done better in terms of appreciation, I do not regret my decision because again the Yachtmaster is a comparative beast on the wrist.
@@bastiann-k4323 I purchased the ‘Pacific Blue’ with a tang buckle. I love it, but will caution you….this particular color of blue is much more bright/electric-shade of blue. Not at all a deeper, navy shade. I just wanted you to be aware of that in case it’s not to your taste. If, instead, you’re looking for the deeper, navy shade, consider the rubber strap from Zealande. I purchased their blue model for my Omega Planet Ocean. Excellent strap as well.
The 42 mm version looks better and slimmer somehow. Proportion-wise, i think the 40 mm version will look nicer if Rolex adds 1.2 mm to the sapphire / dial diameter. So 0.6 mm thinner on the bezel and respectively smaller numerals on it. Thanks for the vid, man.
Have this and black explorer 2 as my daily. But I love this watch. Its stunning. Think I may add a exp polar. I’m on the fence with a sub, something about it just seems overly plain
I can confirm that the Blue dial is still in circulation. I just got mine today from AD and the shipment came in on 7th December. So, till 7th the Blue dial YM was defo available.
I love the look of the Yacht Master and was going to consider it as my next watch, but don’t think I can handle the scratches to the polished centre links, good job I saw this video before buying 🙏
Never mind the centre links, just try living with any scratches the platinum bezel might accumulate; it’ll break your heart. It certainly did mine! 😩😭😭
@@IrishScribbler I have had a Yachtie as a daily for 3 years and somehow my heart is still in one piece. If you intend to keep this watch forever why would scratches bother you.
I was able to hold this exact watch with the rhodium dial in my hand. But I actually came across this watch because of the blue dial. Of course it's a lot louder than the rhodium dial, but for me it's somehow more lively and fresh because the blue reflects the connection to water well. I also find the contrast between blue and red very refreshing. Well, the rhodium dial was ultimately too boring for me. Why is the blue version not your choice?
I love the look of the Yacht Master, but I don't think I could live with it. My dream Rolex is an older Sea Dweller, when they were still 40mm and didn't have a cyclops. My second dream Rolex is a GMT Master II in either Rolesor with a black/grey bezel, or a white gold Pepsi with a meteorite dial.
Agreed. YM looks great, but not for me as a daily. It does fit perfectly though! Both great choices... Love the older SD's... we have a video on the 43mm SD coming soon and its just too big unfortunately! Thanks for taking time to watch and comment!
Why everyone so woried about scratches!? It is a watch, not a expensive painting or one of a kind art piece. Every watch acratches, if scratches vory you, buy g shock and not metal watch.
I dont understand the purpose of having the graduations for thr first 15 minutes if youre going to put a giant 10 emblem in the middle, makes the graduations after the 8th one near useless. Either keep the graduations to the first 5 minutes or get rid of the giant 10 on the bezel.
Yo that’s not a divers watch that’s to be on a yacht like the name says lol on the water but above it not below lol 🤣🤣 This is absolutely NOT dive watch bidirectional bezel could get you killed diving 🤣🤣🤣
Lol who the fick is diving with a watch nowadays :) all these old specs are not longer curent. A dive watch nowadays is a watch you can swim with, nothing else…
Show me one real diver who uses Sub for diving. They usually keep the Sub in the locker if they own one and use cheaper dive watches. So, technically, Sub is also not an actual diving watch that is used in practise.
Before the advent of the Yacht Master, Rolex used the Submariner to promote sailing. This scratch magnet range is superfluous. You are rather vague: all Oyster watches are made to withstand an extra 25% depth rating. Your title is utterly flawed and naive.
Disagree. Regardless of personal opinion, people would potentially cross shop both models and should have as many facts on each to make a decision. Especially people who don't already know anything about the brand . Personally i agree, if it were my money id buy the sub every day if it were a choice between the two. But this isn't a review on that watch. The YT flaws are well documented in the video. Regardless, we appreciate your opinions
I agree with the guy in the video, smack bang in the middle of two categories, in my opinion it’s not smart enough as a dress watch and a scratch magnet for a daily wear. Great video mate 👍
You keep saying that but once again its subjective. That said, its (YM) hands down far better looking than Sub in my opinion. I chose YM Blue dial over a boring Sub that every sales and finance guy own.
@@InteliDey It can be subjective but most would agree with me. Also, depends on lifestyle. I am an active person and do things and do not baby my watches. The YM wouldn’t survive my lifestyle but a sub does. Now for someone less active and just simply into relaxing reading a book, swimming pool and so forth than the YM is a great choice.
@@Kalmar917 I do agree that watches are subjective. That said, I wouldn't be caught dead in a Sub. Got the call for Subs multiple times and rejected it every time. Love my YM and has been wearing (everyday) since. And I don't think that I baby it in anyway nor I have any less active lifestyle compared to any other tech entrepreneur and an academic. My watches have the scars and I love them even more for that, reminding me of the memories that I have built with em.
@@InteliDey lol!!! Looks like you are upset that a sub is a better all around watch. Most people like subs and get subs. YM is a great watch but it won’t do or outlast a sub. That is what I am getting at. Your non babying your watch is not on my level as far as active. When you are diving, shooting and jumping a YM wouldn’t last 2 weeks.
Yachtmaster 40 absolutely sucks. It’s the dog of the range that nobody wants (and always has been) for good reason. SS submariner is a better all around watch. Better water resistance, glidelock clasp, brushed finish, and a unidirectional scratch proof bezel all make the submariner a superior watch.
Hey champ, You know for years Daytona's collected dust on AD shelves and they often gave them away in the 60s when you bought a different Rolex. Wonder what some of those are worth now.
@@davidr2802 the Daytona is extremely overhyped today because of social media. It’s always been a good tool watch, which is what it was designed to be. The yachtmaster, on the other hand, is not. The model makes no sense, and that is why it has never been successful. The submariner is simply a better watch. You are comparing apples to oranges, kid.
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Just picked this up at my AD as my first Rolex. It’s beautiful. In a world full of submariners, be a Yachtmaster.
How long was your wait?
@@polopolo630 I wore my vintage Datejust, maybe it helped but took me two months.
@@XxZaackxX aaah thanks! Is this in the east coast? Im in LA
@@polopolo630 nah I got mine in Hawaii.
Had this 3 years and absolutely love it
I own both the 37mm Oysterflex Yachtmaster in Everose Gold and the Submariner 124060... The Yachtmaster is just the better watch, you can tell which the people in the comment section don't own either lol.
The Yachtmaster has way more customization. Different sizes, metals, straps, dial colors, etc. There's a model for everyone. It also comes with tapered lugs which curve with your wrist, the Submariner lugs aren't tapered so it looks like a flying saucer lol.
The Oysterflex version of the Yachtmaster fixes all the problems. You get a Glidelock, brushed gold with polished centerlink, and a scratchproof ceramic bezel. Also, since it's a rubber band, it's not going to scratch at all. The bidirectional bezel with the muted sound is actually preferred with day to day wear. The unidirectional bezel on the Submariner is very loud and a hinderance because if you miss the bezel alignment you have to do all 120 clicks again. It makes a lot of racket and draws attention to yourself.
The only department the Submariner wins in is water resistance, it's complete overkill lol. Most diving is conducted above 100m unless you work in a saturated environment.
Thanks for commenting pal, great points! Agree with your thoughts on the YM, the 40mm wears sooo well on my wrist! Would love to try out the 37mm! The gold/oysterflex YM looks incredible! and yeah, the addition of glidelock is amazing! This should be on all Rolex models if you ask me!
I love this watch especially the rhodium dial. I think its the perfect rolex, it blends tooltastic with a sprinkling of true luxury and class!
This is definitely my daily. Looks great with a suit or with a polo and khakis. This is a truly stunning watch!
I wear it as a daily. It’s very versatile. More versatile than a Sub. It’s more slimmer, sleeker than a sub. Wears much better. Definitely more refined and ideal daily watch. And the curved case that hugs your wrist makes it very comfortable.
I purchased this watch last year. I absolutely adore it. The slate dial with the blue 'ice' secondhand is mesmerising, especially in natural light. It's actually my second Rolex. I also have a 'Pepsi'. For some reason the Rolex Submariner doesn't appeal to me. I think it's got a lot to do with the fact I have a few Omega watches.
It's my favorite watch
Yachtmaster blue, Batman, bluesey, datejust2 azzure, yachtmaster is best of everything! The case is super comfortable until you own a few and feel the difference it’s hard to know for yourself.
^ exactly this
Back in 2005 I actually picked a gold Yachtmaster over a gold Daytona because I felt the Yachtmaster more presence on the wrist than the Daytona, which seemed a little feminine. Although the Datona has done better in terms of appreciation, I do not regret my decision because again the Yachtmaster is a comparative beast on the wrist.
Thats great to hear! Great choice of watch too! The Y-M wears so well! Thanks for commenting!
The Yacht Master is the body of a Daytona with the movement of a Submariner.
Great review man! Did you say that the whole bezel isnt made of platinum? Is Only the insert made of platinum?
Thank you! Good question! The insert is 100% Platinum! The bezel surround (teeth etc) is likely steel
I own the blue dial version and LOVE it! I did switch the bracelet with a RubberB strap for a more casual, under the radar look. Wears so comfortably!
Nice! The rubber strap doesn't scratch either! Great choice!
Which rubber strap did you get? I am also having the blue dial and love it
@@bastiann-k4323 I purchased the ‘Pacific Blue’ with a tang buckle. I love it, but will caution you….this particular color of blue is much more bright/electric-shade of blue. Not at all a deeper, navy shade. I just wanted you to be aware of that in case it’s not to your taste. If, instead, you’re looking for the deeper, navy shade, consider the rubber strap from Zealande. I purchased their blue model for my Omega Planet Ocean. Excellent strap as well.
Which color did you grab? I just bought a white rubber strap from Zealande for this same watch and it looks great for summer.
@@tricky92x I went with their navy blue. A near perfect match to the dial on the watch. 👌
Would it fit a 6 inch wrist do you think?
The 42 mm version looks better and slimmer somehow. Proportion-wise, i think the 40 mm version will look nicer if Rolex adds 1.2 mm to the sapphire / dial diameter. So 0.6 mm thinner on the bezel and respectively smaller numerals on it. Thanks for the vid, man.
Excellent review, I own the 37mm YM and love the watch
Thank you! 37mm is a great choice! It's great Rolex offer this size also!
My friend wear it with basic streetwear. It looks good. But you need to have like.. good tastes?
Is there any explanation why there isnt any anti reflective coating (that kimd of caught me off guard)?
Have this and black explorer 2 as my daily. But I love this watch. Its stunning. Think I may add a exp polar. I’m on the fence with a sub, something about it just seems overly plain
I think this is an amazing watch and prefer it over the Submariner. That said, my pick would have been the blue dial.
Not sure they even make the blue dial anymore?
The blue dial was in the Rolex catalogue a month ago (when video was made) They may have discontinued recently?
@@ninefortyfour It certainly is still on the UK website. I sure hope they keep it in there, I haven't bought one yet ...
I can confirm that the Blue dial is still in circulation. I just got mine today from AD and the shipment came in on 7th December. So, till 7th the Blue dial YM was defo available.
How long did you wait for? Nice vid bro
Thanks pal! Sadly it's not mine, but the owner waited 7 months...
@@ninefortyfour Did the friend have previous purchase history on Rolex and did he waited 7 months after the purchase history?
I love the look of the Yacht Master and was going to consider it as my next watch, but don’t think I can handle the scratches to the polished centre links, good job I saw this video before buying 🙏
Never mind the centre links, just try living with any scratches the platinum bezel might accumulate; it’ll break your heart. It certainly did mine! 😩😭😭
I get my bracelets satinised to match the Submariner.
What a good idea 😱 where do you get your watches done?
London, to a perfect standard. Rolex used to do this for me.
@@IrishScribbler I have had a Yachtie as a daily for 3 years and somehow my heart is still in one piece. If you intend to keep this watch forever why would scratches bother you.
I was able to hold this exact watch with the rhodium dial in my hand. But I actually came across this watch because of the blue dial. Of course it's a lot louder than the rhodium dial, but for me it's somehow more lively and fresh because the blue reflects the connection to water well. I also find the contrast between blue and red very refreshing. Well, the rhodium dial was ultimately too boring for me. Why is the blue version not your choice?
What a watch
Picking mine up today after a long wait 🥹🥹
How long was your wait and which store?
@@polopolo630 just over a year, from Pragnell in mayfair.
I love the look of the Yacht Master, but I don't think I could live with it.
My dream Rolex is an older Sea Dweller, when they were still 40mm and didn't have a cyclops.
My second dream Rolex is a GMT Master II in either Rolesor with a black/grey bezel, or a white gold Pepsi with a meteorite dial.
Agreed. YM looks great, but not for me as a daily. It does fit perfectly though! Both great choices... Love the older SD's... we have a video on the 43mm SD coming soon and its just too big unfortunately! Thanks for taking time to watch and comment!
I have the Sea Dweller 4000. 2014-17. A gem!
Why everyone so woried about scratches!? It is a watch, not a expensive painting or one of a kind art piece.
Every watch acratches, if scratches vory you, buy g shock and not metal watch.
Stop guys, yachmaster sucks. Lets not hype this one, its my next rolex and I dont need price or wait time to go up. (YM is awesome).
I dont understand the purpose of having the graduations for thr first 15 minutes if youre going to put a giant 10 emblem in the middle, makes the graduations after the 8th one near useless. Either keep the graduations to the first 5 minutes or get rid of the giant 10 on the bezel.
Yeah but... You know. It has a date and a cyclops.. It's no a Sub.
A scratch magnet. You look at it wrong, and it gets scratched.
Its a watch, not a monalisa.
Yo that’s not a divers watch that’s to be on a yacht like the name says lol on the water but above it not below lol 🤣🤣
This is absolutely NOT dive watch bidirectional bezel could get you killed diving
🤣🤣🤣
Good points... both covered in the video.....
Lol who the fick is diving with a watch nowadays :) all these old specs are not longer curent. A dive watch nowadays is a watch you can swim with, nothing else…
Show me one real diver who uses Sub for diving. They usually keep the Sub in the locker if they own one and use cheaper dive watches. So, technically, Sub is also not an actual diving watch that is used in practise.
He said it’s not a dive watch.
Please could you speak a bit faster?
Before the advent of the Yacht Master, Rolex used the Submariner to promote sailing. This scratch magnet range is superfluous. You are rather vague: all Oyster watches are made to withstand an extra 25% depth rating. Your title is utterly flawed and naive.
Disagree. Regardless of personal opinion, people would potentially cross shop both models and should have as many facts on each to make a decision. Especially people who don't already know anything about the brand . Personally i agree, if it were my money id buy the sub every day if it were a choice between the two. But this isn't a review on that watch. The YT flaws are well documented in the video. Regardless, we appreciate your opinions
I agree with the guy in the video, smack bang in the middle of two categories, in my opinion it’s not smart enough as a dress watch and a scratch magnet for a daily wear. Great video mate 👍
Obviously not better than the more popular and longer standing Submariner: click Bait!
Its all about opinion, and yours is respected. The title simply poses a question. Appreciate your thoughts.
It’s NOT a diver. Stop.
Never better than the Sub.
You keep saying that but once again its subjective. That said, its (YM) hands down far better looking than Sub in my opinion. I chose YM Blue dial over a boring Sub that every sales and finance guy own.
@@InteliDey
It can be subjective but most would agree with me. Also, depends on lifestyle. I am an active person and do things and do not baby my watches. The YM wouldn’t survive my lifestyle but a sub does. Now for someone less active and just simply into relaxing reading a book, swimming pool and so forth than the YM is a great choice.
@@Kalmar917 I do agree that watches are subjective. That said, I wouldn't be caught dead in a Sub. Got the call for Subs multiple times and rejected it every time. Love my YM and has been wearing (everyday) since. And I don't think that I baby it in anyway nor I have any less active lifestyle compared to any other tech entrepreneur and an academic. My watches have the scars and I love them even more for that, reminding me of the memories that I have built with em.
Sub is basic and boring
@@InteliDey
lol!!! Looks like you are upset that a sub is a better all around watch. Most people like subs and get subs. YM is a great watch but it won’t do or outlast a sub. That is what I am getting at. Your non babying your watch is not on my level as far as active. When you are diving, shooting and jumping a YM wouldn’t last 2 weeks.
Yachtmaster 40 absolutely sucks. It’s the dog of the range that nobody wants (and always has been) for good reason. SS submariner is a better all around watch. Better water resistance, glidelock clasp, brushed finish, and a unidirectional scratch proof bezel all make the submariner a superior watch.
Hey champ, You know for years Daytona's collected dust on AD shelves and they often gave them away in the 60s when you bought a different Rolex. Wonder what some of those are worth now.
@@davidr2802 the Daytona is extremely overhyped today because of social media. It’s always been a good tool watch, which is what it was designed to be. The yachtmaster, on the other hand, is not. The model makes no sense, and that is why it has never been successful. The submariner is simply a better watch. You are comparing apples to oranges, kid.
@@whereRbearsTeethpro-tip: all Rolexes are extremely overhyped today.
@@eustab.anas-mann9510 not really.
@@eustab.anas-mann9510 your point?
Yatch is sport watch but sub haved bolt sport & classy
It is NOT a diver. That’s enough don’t Watch The rest…