The Bargain, Long Forgotten Rolex | Watchfinder & Co.

Once upon a time before the world went crazy, a Rolex was just another product you could go to the store and buy. You could walk in, say, “One Rolex please,” hand over your dimes and walk out with said Rolex. That, like many other things, is different now. A Rolex shop doesn’t so much sell Rolexes anymore as it does man the phone to let the patient queue on the waiting list know their day has come. But what if I told you there was a forgotten steel sports Rolex that you can buy for less than the RRP? I can understand that you’d treat this statement with the same suspicion as a stranger’s cough, so let me explain.
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[@michaelliu8196]

This man’s smooth voice can make you buy a lemon and you be happy with it.

[@dominicrusho]

'Forgotten bargain" aka "We've got tons of these in our safe that we can't shift"

[@J0lker]

100%

[@9amest217]

lmao true

[@SimulatorWhiz]

They literally have 2 on their website, so not really

[@almc1566]

Rezwan I suspect they have two on their website, sell one of them, and then have two on their website.

[@911JB32]

Last weeks all kinds of "sleepers" were introduced...

[@tgemz3376]

whelp... there goes the affordability of the YM....

[@theonlyredspecial]

Yes and go buy it at watchfinder. They apparently have a few to sell. At great prices. 😳

[@Manaz101]

I thought the same thing! 🤣🤣🤣

[@MrBoardstupid360]

All sold on their site now 🤣. Knew I should have bloody bought one

[@donkremer6019]

I doubt it has that much influence. Anyways, this is a hidden gem. Untill very recently, when I had the opportunity to fit one, I have to say, it's a really cool watch. Still has all the look and feel of a sub, but with a twist. That monochrome look, with that red second hand and red "Yacht - Master" really makes it pop. Wouldn't mind owning one.

[@Nexus.Achiles]

I own this watch since 2015, well its replacement ref 116622 pt dial with fully milled clasp. Since this review 5 months ago, price has gone up 20%. Coincidence maybe, IDK.

[@davecurran7669]

I bought my Yacht-Master after watching this video: You totally nailed it - I love the watch so much!

[@LlyleHunter]

“The middle child who neither went to Harvard nor wound up on drugs.” I’m dying!

[@overpoweredeverything1401]

0:35 The most 2020 thing to say xD

[@alanzhou5354]

After this video, it will no longer be forgotten or a bargain, that is for certain.

[@mynameisjosh4506]

First they take the explorer 2 from us. Now the yacht master!

[@chrisrogness9727]

Meh.

[@chrisrogness9727]

They can have the YM. Explorer, however...

[@kdwh]

almost 10k now...

[@tt55k]

I get sleepy every time I watch one of your videos , they are my usual bedtime story . That is not an insult .

[@janschreiber2706]

ASMR watchfinder ^^

[@mrdripling4192]

Another quality video to keep my sane!! 🙂

[@patriotsquill]

You should try some watch repair videos sometime. Talk about a soothing way to drift off to sleep.

[@paris2993]

I think it's the mix of the bgm and his voice...........

[@tt55k]

David Flores , I have . I really like the cobbler videos too.

[@afarhan21]

Nothing more suspicious than a stranger's cough.

[@rogerhambleton3012]

This is the Rolex for people who value their individuality and have a touch of good taste.

[@Nexus.Achiles]

Agreed. This is what I call a classy Sub. Discreet and elegant.

[@deconstructedluxury1964]

I have one and love it, wanted one for ages and never tire of it. There is a lot of precious metal in this and it still looks like it can stand up to a royal oak. I have always been baffled by how reasonable (in rolex terms) they are they offer soooo much more

[@BobGolob]

The YM 16622 platinum is so under rated. It is a beautiful watch. I believe it will become a collector piece. Ignored in the present time, praised in the future. That is the fate of the collector pieces.

[@davidhost7133]

Bought my first submariner over 25 yrs ago when I was a mere boy. Love everything about stainless Steel. But the thoughts of a rose gold yacht master would be just as appealing now. Rolex definitely make great watches. They are so comfy on the wrist you don't no they are there. No wonder they are so popular.

[@davidwilliamauston]

This watch looks incredible in person and in the daylight. Does not show well in photos. No doubt it will be a future classic.

[@julioerodriguez6097]

Yep, I make a good choice in 2007 to buy a 16622 while everybody else was looking to the Submariners, GMT II and Daytona's. Until this day I still adore my watch!

[@feronantoine]

got one since years (a 2000 version) - never bothered with questions s.a "is it a real one?" ( vs very common w/ subs) love it ... so much under the radar - thanks for the great video

[@ivankerr3570]

Certainly no bargains at Watchfinder. One of the most expensive places to buy a watch.

[@paris2993]

Really?????? WF is in south London right?????

[@dannyreevo]

Having stood in line at Disney world on a hot summers day last year. I can confirm said lines are very, very long.

[@mikerotch6068]

The rosegold yachtmaster w. Blackdial has to be one of the most beautiful watch from rolex

[@elhockey16]

This watch is beyond underrated. I own one and wear it constantly. It actually receives more compliments than my father-in-law’s 1966 gilt 5513, despite being worth far less than his. The dial and bezel sparkle when the sun hits it. If you like it, buy it and ignore the critics. You won’t regret it.

[@pukenanginang]

Got the blue dial 116622 and Im lovin every bit of it. Less hype and I would take YM over sub all day.

[@cliffbower4210]

Great piece and very undervalued, the Yacht Master. What stands out from them all is the polished case and rounded sides, so far detracted from the Rolex Professional range and yet still a part of it, thereby exuding sporting-luxury on a different level.

[@FlourescentPotato]

Less shots of the second hand please, show us the bloody bracelet and other features please! Usually it's a bit more varied

[@gmshadowtraders]

He's being a complete jerk! Pretentious little prick lol

[@conradjones635]

Ironically this is one of my favorite Rolex versions.

[@MaartenAnna]

Possibly the most beautiful watch I’ve seen. Thanks for the history lessons as well 😉 I think might try & put one homage watch like this together myself. 🙏

[@sujfk114]

Bruce Willis nailed it when he wore this watch in an episode of Friends as Rachel's boyfriend. The watch exudes sophistication and power. There's nothing underrated about that.

[@azminor9345]

I have a yacht master, a submariner and a sea dweller. But this is my favorite and day to day watch, such a stunning time piece.

[@davecurran7669]

Totally agree!

[@BumblebumBear]

Totally agree. I’ve had a 1997 Sub, still own a 1990 Sea Dweller and a 2005 YM....all amazing but I have to agree... the YM is a really special watch. If you’ve never actually seen one, the photos never show it off as well as to the naked eye.

[@ZhongHeng]

I own this watch, love it to the maximum. It has an underdog image in my opinion when you compare it to the "throw a stone, and see thousands" submariner in the street. It has its own distinctive beauty, the sandblasted dial, the 3D bezel. A reviewer once called this watch a marvel because it's one-toned (if you don't include the red hands and Yacht-master wordings), yet it brings out so many different contrasts by simply using texture and materials.

[@donkremer6019]

That red hand and text is just the cherry on top of that monochromatic cake.

[@tylerotaniconlon1990]

I would have gotten it if they did it as a gmt

[@Nexus.Achiles]

I'm a huge fan of the monochrome look.

[@HenryPerez_royal_hp]

It’s the reason why I got mine, that dial just simmers and has this fairy dust tinge to it in the sunlight, it’s absolutely stunning. I have never loved a watch so much. I will cherish it for life! ❤️

[@Nexus.Achiles]

@@HenryPerez_royal_hp Agreed, it's a stunning piece, especially when it catches a glimpse of sunlight, and I mean jaw dropping stunning. People don't realise until they see it IRL. Not easy to capture in a photograph. Still one of my favourite pieces after 7 years' ownership.

[@mrglobul12]

Just picked mine up. Seriously gorgeous timepiece. Couldn't agree more - these are understated, especially when compared to the Submariner. The lume is incredible too at night. Some call it a 'flashy' watch, but in my opinion, not more than my Datejust with the gold bezel and gold dial. The 116622 is a bit more refined around the lugs, but this one is perfect in m opinion. Let's hope these increase value too once enthusiasts realize the value! Cheers.

[@mobydick3895]

I have imagined what could happen here is that it could catch fire like the white gold smurf Submariner recently did ... after all, Platinum costs more than gold, and this watch smacks of jewelry like few others, but without resorting to any gaudy diamonds and such. This watch lays on the wrist just like the SS Daytona Panda. Alas, like losing stock traders, the crowd is the 92%.

[@TheMrvinnyf]

your videos are awesome! thank you for making youtube great

[@karlsenula9495]

Love these videos - the history, the heritage, the mechanical and spec information and tidbits, the close up imagery, the luxury verbage for the luxury watches.

[@gervers]

Great upload as always! How about a watch-off between Explorer and Railmaster? Always fun watching Rolex and Omega slug it out!

[@paris2993]

Yup

[@walkerb1734]

YM is an amazing piece. I own the blue face version and it is by far the favorite in my collection.

[@jaredmatthews9403]

"A stranger's cough" you're killing me haha

[@johnmorrison8351]

I was lucky enough to buy a rose gold “rolesor” Yachtmaster earlier this year and I love it!

[@paris2993]

Price and place ???????

[@jotavetres]

I so much appreciate this video. I got this watch from my father and I still have not found a way to aproach it, its a whole different animal.

[@pabloisaac6387]

I found out about this underpriced Rolex about 8 months ago... every time they release a video about a Rolex underdog in a few weeks it gains a lot of traction and therefore it will be expensive AF 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@donkremer6019]

I doubt in a "few weeks".

[@NicholasSchepis]

I got into watch collecting very young as a kid mostly with cheap stuff and my dad had a two tone blue submariner pre ceramic from the early 90s. That watch was always the bar by which I compared everything until I went into a Rolex dealer in the early 2000s at about 6 or 7 years old. My dad was looking into buying a daytona but I saw the previous reference of this model, the 16622 and instantly fell in love. From then on I always considered this one of the coolest models. I was always disappointed that the model with the platinum dial was discontinued but later when they released the new version the 116622 with solid platinum bezel and solid 904l steel bracelet and clasp I was able to get one through a family connection at an AD for less than retail. That was in 2014 and I couldn't have been more happy with it. The 116622 reference made the watch absolute perfection and to this day I still don't know why this one hasn't gotten more attention from collectors. It has the more tapered lugs that were lacking on the supercase subs of that time, more in line with the profile of the new 41mm sub which I like much better than the last generation. It is a steel sports rolex but has that little bit of precious metal to really kick it off without the lack of practicality and scratchability that comes with a solid precious metal piece or two tone oyster bracelet. The overall clean aesthetic with the one pop of color on the red second hand in my mind is one of the finest creations rolex ever made. I have many other pieces in my collection but this one is my favorite to this day and has been on my wrist most of the time for nearly 10 years now. Fantastic watch for any situation.

[@Vicandiers]

I would really like to see a review on the junghans meister pilot. Thanks, love the videos.

[@davidevans5163]

£6000 for this particular model, after this video £12000, thanks watchfinder!!

[@WALKUREX]

Jesus it cost 10,000usd? Why not get a submariner for 1000$ more ?

[@seabassmastermatt80]

Yeah...was affordable

[@donkremer6019]

@@WALKUREX people who want/like this one do specifically not want a 'run-of-the-mill' sub. And you always Repeat the "but another 1000 and you could get..." untill you are into Grand Sonnery territory.

[@Spyder423]

Just bought one! Can’t wait to get it

[@sujfk114]

This watch is so practical and good looking. It perfectly complements both business and casual outfits. As a finance professional, I get to wear this watch on a daily basis and even slightly shown under cuffs it catches a lot of attention. Truly good bang for the buck. I would highly recommend this piece to everyone looking for that one highly versatile watch. Solid yellow gold is absolutely beautiful and perfect for the summer but its too loud and obnoxious for a daily business wear.

[@cosmalas7742]

I can understand that you'd treat this statement with the same suspicion as a strangers cough. Im stealing that line!

[@rodsalvador3608]

Bargain and Rolex do not belong in the same sentence. That said, relative to OTHER Rolexes, yes this is a bargain. And quite beautiful too!

[@jasonsaenchan7265]

Proud owner of this 16622

[@WALKUREX]

Real men own sun dials

[@ISOCZAR]

What lens are you using for your macro shots

[@Bob777789]

I love this watch. Wear it everyday. Nothing but compliments. Pictures don’t due it justice. I like it because it is more like a Daytona style case, smooth and classic. Pops in the sunlight or out in the evening. Classic. Bought mine in 2016. Great price

[@AladeenofWadiya1]

Thank god they made this video now I can't wait to see the value change on my YM

[@sgoody1]

It is these unloved watches like the Yachtmaster, that become the grails of the future - and its super cool too!

[@guillaumed1691]

Nope it is not any special, It hasn’t got any particular fonctionality or design. It is still a very cool rolex but it will not be one to be remembered i think. That being said there is something to be said about the simple rolex dial but in a precious metal

[@donkremer6019]

@@guillaumed1691 isn't that how the Daytona started out?

[@salduaij]

Ya I really miss the days that you can walk right into the store and get any Rolex you want or order it and get it after a couple of weeks

[@JLchevz]

It also happens to be, in my eyes, one of the best looking

[@DefendersofGod619]

I think this is so the most unappreciated rolex and since its discontinued itll one day see its true value.

[@Braydenplaysallday]

Suspicious like a strangers cough 😂

[@JayJay-jv2wd]

Once you take a good look at the seconds hand you can't unsee..

[@craig2100]

Beautiful piece indeed

[@rayban8680]

How much do preowned YM’s go for, in the all platinum version? Never thought about this watch, but it looks nice.

[@v8ssf]

My first Rolex is a 16623 Yacht Master and was a gift for my 30th, I think this is stunning watch and i would never sell it.

[@cappocartel9123]

You lucky bastard who the hell gifts ppl a $50 000 watch

[@BryanCheong]

Future watchers are going to wonder what was so suspicious about a stranger's cough.

[@lukass2591]

Please can you make a rewiew of Sinn Diving Watch U1 S or U2 S?

[@FABM27]

I was on holiday in Krakow, Poland in the summer of 2017. We were in a Mall for lunch and I walked into an AD. A Submariner had just come in and I could have bought it for 5% off but I wasn’t sure about what I wanted and wasn’t mentally prepared. One of the biggest regrets of my life.

[@dstfno]

Sounds like you had a pretty quiet and easy life then :)

[@kofiofosu9051]

This was the sports Rolex that I initially wanted until Group Think moved me towards Submariner and Daytona etc. This is elegant

[@donkremer6019]

Group Think is dangerous.

[@bobrouleau7410]

Handsome watch nicer case than the new sub, thinner too. Deserves a better market.

[@Person_Not_Known]

For the 16623 version. Still enjoying it.

[@TimeandTalk]

I am a real fan of this model tbh, and i would love to get it to review on my channel. I would prefer one of the other dial variations and the fact that it is a little more rare is an attraction.

[@rev.andyh.1082]

Got my rose gold Yacht Master by offering myself to the girl behind the counter at my AD. - In the watch hobby, sometimes you have to sweeten the deal. Some watches can only be had for love AND money, but mostly just love.

[@jkjkjk100]

Wait what?

[@jayarade31]

I like my ym rhodium dail with baby blue seconds hand much more 💙

[@user-oc8cl9rd9y]

I got the same and love the way it looks

[@donkremer6019]

You could do a dial and second hand swap...albeit at a cost.

[@jiro8083]

Got mine for 7 and I couldn't be happier. prices shot up a few months after.

[@paytay77]

Always classy! Kindly review the Deepsea blue. Would love to hear your take. Many thanks and keep up the BEST and Timeless reviews out there. Thanks, Peter fromToronto

[@deepseadweller687]

Have both. Totally different which is great. With the Deep sea no reason to get a Submariner as they are alike. The Yachty is dressy and yet casual. Love my deepsea though

[@BeyondWrittenWords]

this is one of the few good rolex pieces

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Ive always loved this Yachtmaster. They look exceptional in the sunlight.

[@NotJanine777]

I have exactly this watch - I’m wearing it right now. I’ve had the datejust, explorer, GMT Master, two submariners, both gold and stainless and now I have this and I have to say it’s by far my favourite. Everyone wants to look at it and loves how it catches the light and sparkles. It really is a beautiful watch. I think, now that I’m older, that the bigger watches, like the submariners, make you look like a ex-marine. This watch, in my opinion, is way classier and far more stylish.

[@Odin412z]

Beautiful watch!

[@cakraparindra4659]

My father gave me this very watch at early 2011, but in a state where the watch no longer works. Now I'm hesitant to go to the service centre, knowing how much it'll cost to be repaired 😂

[@tomhammond4406]

Its prob dry, send it in for a “rolex service”. You got it for free, its worth investing a few bucks for a service. You won’t regret it. Wear the watch, enjoy in good health.

[@rcm4u2]

When these first came out, they were very hot items!

[@tonylee-UK]

You're right. There was initially a two year waiting list in the UK.

[@Pkron]

My dad's is sitting in my wolf winding box right now. She's a beaut.

[@kennethwilliams9924]

“ ...Treated with the same suspicion as a stranger’s cough” 😂 Covid jokes and watches!! 😉

[@flwryvv]

Purchased my wife the 29mm version at Christmas. I had bit of a wobble on dropping 4k on it, but the sales guy reassured me into taking it back off my hands at full price if my wife didn't like it... It's still on her wrist and hasn't come off since.

[@erythuria]

There is no excuse for the lack of quality control on that red paint.

[@alihussain5272]

That’s Rolex for you, making well built watches but with poor finishing and lack of attention to detail. At times cannot work out the masses are so obsessed with Rolex when there are way better brands of watches out there. Hope the hype comes to an end soon!!

[@erythuria]

@@alihussain5272 my Omega and Tudor seem to be far better finished.

[@EscapePlan97]

Scott Wood just another Rolex bashing comment... Take a look at Patek or AP watches under high magnification and you will find out that even these, much higher priced watches don’t offer perfection.

[@donkremer6019]

@@alihussain5272 why, so you can buy one?

[@alihussain5272]

Don Kremer Your comment doesn’t make sense grammatically. Please try again. :-)

[@cliffwheeler7357]

OK the rose gold model is rare. But the steel version was transformed when Rolex introduced the YachtMaster with a blue dial and red second hand and a rhodium dial with a blue second hand. Both of them look stunning. So much so that you will have to wait for one.

[@OnPointFirearms]

I like the YM better than the sub. It's great value. One of my buddies picked up one several years ago off a coworkers for $3500. It's just as handsome on a NATO or bracelet.

[@markfaulkner9716]

Can you do a video on Nomos watches please? Especially the Metro?

[@infinitychina3944]

I want to buy the 37mm platinum stell YM. I’m returning Rolex buyer to mappin and webb. Is there waiting time to get one?

[@robertsullivan4773]

I had a plan with my AD to have him bring in a Rhodium dial around the holidays for me. But now with the troubles I probably pass. Great looking watch though.

[@donkremer6019]

Patients will be rewarded. Just hang in there.

[@johnny5.56]

Noooooo don't tell anyone! The last thing I need is Yacht-Masters going up on the second hand market

[@stasg4558]

Love your videos. I would like to hear your opinion on the Ball Watch Company, especially on the Trainmaster Endeavour Chronometer Steel Limited Edition NM3288D-S2CJ-WH as i just bought one. Is it worth the £2000 pounds?

[@francescorossi1330]

I feel like some brands should brush more and polish less

[@theonlyredspecial]

I agree

[@jimmyjay122]

They already have a few of those (Sub, Explorer, GMT Master, See Dweller and DeepSea) all of these are more brushed. It's actually a nice change to see a more polished finish. With that being said, this Yacht Master is actually the dullest one with this boring dial...

[@Chris-oz9qx]

I loved my Milgauss until I saw how the polished center links and sides showed up the scratches. Awful.

[@donkremer6019]

@@jimmyjay122 boring? Maybe at first glance. Untill the sun hits the platinum speckles just right.

[@jbbrabant]

Well now, you’ve done it again, another interesting video. “Same suspicion as a strangers cough” I wish Rolex would take a quantum leap backward so that I could consider one. Who wants diamonds and gold, not me. Thanks & Stay Safe!

[@jasondice7469]

I absolutely enjoy my 16622.

[@mattp9457]

I have one of these watches and I bought it specifically because its a bargain price and the Rolex community never liked the Platinum dial and face combo. When it goes up in grey market value I will sell it for sure.

[@Bushodi]

These Yachtmasters are a beast and ATM waaaay underrated. Sure this will change soon!

[@TheUnsureFox]

The Yacht-Master is truly a remarkable-looking timepiece. One of my favorites.

[@bastifantasti7494]

I was really close to buying one here in California but they are getting very pricey, I decided to spend more but get the one I wanted and got the yacht-master 126622 with rhodium dial and blue hands, in love with mine and now got the urge to get a rootbeer or a day-date

[@deepseadweller687]

Ive heard yours called "Whitewalker"! Perfect name!

[@alvinong4773]

Proud owner of the 16623! Anyone here own it as well?

[@davecurran7669]

I do - LOVE mine too!

[@LFGM24]

So funny you released this today. I literally was watching WatchBox Reviews on this particular watch, then went to Chrono24 to look at prices. Then........ here you released this video.... ok!!! I’m getting a YM

[@donkremer6019]

And, got one?

[@EssOneFive]

Ah yes, the Malibu Stacey of Rolexes.

[@jredneck1317]

How many sisters do You have?

[@rightwarehouse11367]

Can you do review on Carl F. Bucherer Patravi traveltec???

[@tomax1234567890]

i found one and the selled said the bracelet has the number 68278, is the watch original or a fake?

[@robertn3121]

The resale price of a YM 40 has now increased substantially.

[@donkremer6019]

Haven't noticed and this video is older than your comment.

[@robertn3121]

Don Kremer Purchased it at list from AD for $11k in 2019 and now ranging from 13.5 to 14.5 on Chrono24

[@donkremer6019]

@@robertn3121 hmm that is expensive. I see them go around €7-8k including AD.

[@robertn3121]

Don Kremer the Yacht 40 with the platinum bezel. Unlikely as ADs can’t discount what is listed by Rolex at $11,400

[@donkremer6019]

@@robertn3121 not the newer 116622, but this 16622.

[@schizo0223]

I have one. My wife and I bought a matching set for a special anniversary. She has the mid size one and I bought the full size. I thought I would wear it more often summer because of the lighter colored dial and the platinum highlights of the bezel and markers...but...let's just say I wore it less than 10 times in 2019. My wife probably didn't wear it all. Maybe if it was one's first Rolex and the only Rolex it could get some love. But I don't think the Yacht Master would be one's first choice for a Rolex sports watch.

[@macoyupadoodle]

Hahahahahaha got my wife one and she probably wore it less than 10 times