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There is big news, and there is Rolex big news, and in some ways, ne'er the twain shall meet. At Baselworld this year, Rolex debuted a first for the company: the very first, ever, Rolex delivered on a rubber strap. Now, for most companies this would have little effect on watch enthusiasts other than to evoke (very) tepid interest at best, and boredom at worst – but this is not an ordinary rubber strap, this is an official, designed-and-tested-and-thoroughly-obsessed-over-by-Rolex rubber strap. And thereby hangs a tale.
The Yachtmaster, as we have mentioned in some of our previous coverage , occupies a somewhat particular place in Rolex’s lineup of sports watches; it shares water-resistance and a turning bezel with the Submariner (the latter is water resistant to 300 m while the Yachtmaster standard model is water resistant to 100 m). It is certainly not a tool watch; the Yachtmaster is offered in either platinum and steel, or gold and steel (that’s Rolesium and Rolesor, lest we forget) and is either quietly or unequivocally luxurious depending on what size and metal you go for (Rolex makes the Yachtmaster in both 35 mm and 40 mm sizes).
The Yachtmaster’s history goes back to the first introduction of the watch in 1992, although the name, interestingly enough, appears on the dial of a prototype Yachtmaster Chronograph from the late 1960s (a watch so legendary I am actually forced to use the word; one of three known is in the collection of Mr. John Goldberger; we covered it – and a host of other remarkable ultra-rare watches from his collection – in a very memorable episode of Talking Watches ).
The term “Yachtmaster” is also, incidentally, used for a certificate of competency in yachting which is issued by the Royal Yachting Association, although we’re unaware of any specific association between the RYA and the Yachtmaster watch.
Now, this newest version of the Yachtmaster does take a few pages from the existing Yachtmaster playbook: 100-meter water resistance, a bidirectional turning bezel, and a dial and hands that echo the Submariner. There are also a couple of features that may make vintage Sub enthusiasts wonder if Rolex mightn’t have an exceedingly subtle sense of humor; the gilt coronet and “Rolex,” and the red lettering, both features which according to HODINKEE founder Ben Clymer would have, had they appeared on a Rolex dive watch, made it instantly the single most popular watch in the modern Rolex inventory. The case is rose gold – Rolex famously makes their own, called Everose, in their own foundry, with a bit of platinum mixed in to prevent discoloration – and the bezel, rather than being some other precious metal (as is the case in the “standard” Yachtmasters) is in black Cerachrom – a very technical-looking matte black that contrasts sharply with the gold case. Somehow, between the rose gold, the Cerachrom bezel, and the new Oysterflex bracelet this manages to be the most luxurious and at the same time most technical Yachtmaster yet (leaving aside the Yachtmaster II, which we recently reviewed right here , but that is a watch that marches to the beat of a different drummer entirely).
The two different versions of the Everose Yachtmaster (40 mm and 37 mm) sport different movements; the larger uses the caliber 3135 and the smaller, the newer 2236, which sports the “Syloxi” silicon balance spring (first used by Rolex in 2014).
The Oysterflex bracelet is, in a nutshell, quite a piece of work. One of the most endearing traits of Rolex as a company is that it tends to demonstrate what we can only describe as a laudable degree of corporate obsessive-compulsive disorder when it comes to research and development, and it does so, often, without making any sort of fanfare about it at all. In this case we do know a little bit about the Oysterflex, however – it is basically designed to have the hypoallergenic and comfort properties of a rubber strap and the durability and shape-retention properties of a bracelet.
At the core of the Oysterflex bracelet are metal inserts made of titanium and nickel, which are used to affix the bracelet to the clasp and watch case; over those is a sheathing of “high-performance black elastomer.” “Elastomer” is a portmanteau word, formed from “elastic” and “polymer” and is a general term for natural and synthetic rubbers. In addition to the materials complexity of the Oysterflex bracelet, it is also shaped in a rather unusual fashion – there are ridges molded into the the wristward face of the bracelet, which are intended to allow the bracelet when worn to better approximate the natural curvature of the wrist.
They might look a bit odd but in practice, the design works out quite wonderfully; this is easily the most downright comfortable and organic-feeling rubber strap I have ever worn, and like the entire watch manages to be both extremely technical in feel, and very luxurious at the same time; I doubt whether any company has ever taken so much trouble over the design of a strap (for all that Rolex prefers the term “bracelet” in describing the Oysterflex, habit dies hard and you’ll probably find yourself calling it a strap, just as we did). On the wrist, the two stabilizing ridges do exactly what they are supposed to: keep the watch from shifting, as heavier watches on rubber straps are wont to do, without requiring you to have the strap uncomfortably tight. The Everose Oysterlock clasp does a superb job mechanically and also looks fabulous into the bargain; the quality of finish on the clasp and case may not seem terribly elaborate at first, but it is as technically flawless as anything I have ever seen at any price, on any watch.
What we have here, in other words, is a very Rolex interpretation of luxury. Yes, this is a gold watch, and a gold Rolex, and wearing a gold Rolex always carries with it, shall we say, certain semiotic complexities. However there is also another side to the watch, and to the Rolex approach to luxury in general: the taking of such pains to produce technical perfection that technical perfection becomes a luxury in itself.
The Everose Rolex Yachtmaster, in Rolex Everose, with Everose Oysterclasp and Oysterflex bracelet, as shown, $22,000 in 37 mm, and $24,950 in 40 mm. For more info, check out Rolex.com.
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In the year 1992, Swiss watchmaker Rolex would debut a new model line at the Baselworld show that was strikingly similar to the already-popular Submariner. It featured the same 40mm Oyster case with a rotating bezel, the same chronometer-certified caliber, and the same Oyster bracelet.
Seemingly the only difference between the two was the white dial of that first Yacht-Master, a style which has never been an option on a Sub, and the inferior depth rating of 100m when compared to the Sub’s 300m.
Yet, the Yacht-Master was well-received upon launch, and with the passing of time, the yachting-inspired model has evolved and pioneered its own path within Rolex’s catalog.
Read on with us as we go back to the beginning and track the catalysts that paved the way for the most recent Yacht-Master release, the Yacht-Master 42 (226659), to become one of the hottest sports timepieces of the year.
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History Of The Rolex Yacht-Master
We’ve broken down our overview of the Yacht-Master into the following segments:
- Release Of The Yacht-Master
The Submariner/Yacht-Master Theory
- Mid-Size & Ladies’ Yacht-Master
- Platinum (Rolesium) Yacht-Master
The Maxi Dial Yacht-Master
- Two-Tone Rolesor Yacht-Master
The Yacht-Master II
- Six-Digit Yacht-Master
The Oysterflex Yacht-Master
Keep scrolling to read this guide from its beginning, or use the links above to jump down to a specific point.
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The Release Of The Yacht-Master
The first Yacht-Master watch was launched in 1992 under reference number 16628. It featured a yellow gold case, a bidirectional graduated bezel, and a matching full-gold Oyster bracelet. Its dial was white with black hour indices, while at center were gold Mercedes hands, and beating inside was the 3135 movement.
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Rolex ref. 16628. Instagram: @m_j_watches
Previous to the Yacht-Master’s introduction, Rolex had not released a new model line in a quarter century. So, why did they go with the Yacht-Master, a design that risked being a detractor from their existing Submariner? Let’s take a look at the inspiration.
The sport of yachting is one which demands precise timing and extreme coordination of the entire crew for optimal performance, particularly in offshore competitions.
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Prototype Daytona Yacht-Master ref. 6239. Image: Christies.com
Rolex believed their waterproof and chronometer-grade timepieces to be more than qualified to handle the knocks of a regatta and keep ticking accurately. The brand is also notorious for their marketing prowess, which led them to act quickly in establishing an association with the sport.
Beginning in 1958 with their first sponsorship of a race, the relationship has endured until today, when the brand sponsors over a dozen international yachting events.
Nevertheless, it’s hard to deny that there exists a large gap between first contact in 1958 and the release of the yacht-inspired timepiece in the early ’90s. Why wasn’t the Yacht-Master released earlier on?
Well, Rolex played around with the idea of yachting chronograph early on, though it never materialized. All that’s left of these trials are an extremely limited number of Daytona ref. 6239 chronograph prototypes with a 39mm case (vs standard 36mm) and modified regatta dials.
Unfortunately, the Yacht-Master concept was scrapped and would not reappear until decades later.
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When it did return, none of the previous Yacht-Master’s DNA was there. Furthermore, the 1992 Yacht-Master was bizarrely similar to the 16610 Sub of the time.
Interestingly enough, Rolex folklore tells of a time in the ’80s when the brand sought to update their Submariner . What resulted was less of an update and more of an overhaul, manifested as what we know now as the first Yacht-Master.
Apprehensive of the repercussions that making such aggressive design changes to their staple offering could bring, the brand chose instead to release the watch intended to be a new Submariner as the reborn Yacht-Master instead.
The move worked, and the new Yacht-Masters started flying off the shelves. The Yacht-Master was perceived as a more luxurious Sub, though its bidirectional bezel proved useful for on-the-fly countdowns which are critical in sailing competitions. The waterproof nature of the Oyster case further cemented the Yacht-Master as the ideal first mate.
Mid-Size & Ladies’ Yacht-Master
In 1994, just two years after the debut of the 16628, Rolex would introduce the same design but in smaller case sizes. These were:
- Ref. 68628: Yacht-Master “Mid-Size” in 35mm
- Ref. 69628: Yacht-Master Ladies’ in 29mm
This marked the first time that Rolex ever offered one of their sports models in a smaller case size; all previous instances of case size changes were increases as opposed to reductions. It has been speculated that the smaller cases were intended for the Asian market.
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Yacht-Master ref. 16628. Instagram: @thewatchcentre
In the same year, Rolex also offered the same 16628 but this time with a deep blue dial. Blue dials tend to make for broadly-liked watches, and coupled with the gold case and bracelet, the new version was once again a hit.
The Platinum (Rolesium) Yacht-Master
The next update to the model line would come in 1999 with yet another home-run: the Rolesium Yacht-Master. The new watch featured a stainless steel case and bracelet with a platinum dial and platinum-insert bezel. Rolesium, a term registered by Rolex back in the ’30s for a combination of steel and platinum in a watch, was finally put to use.
The new platinum Yacht-Master ref. 16622 was not only more accessible than the previous all-gold varieties, it was also more versatile. This would lead the 16622 variety to become the face of the Yacht-Master line.
In fact, many online resources erroneously label it the first Yacht-Master ever; this should offer an idea of how emblematic it is in the watch industry.
The 16622 also presented a new dial and hand style that would mark Rolex as a whole through to the modern day. The new Yacht-Master boasted what is now recognized as the “maxi dial”.
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Rolex Yacht-Master 16628 w/ maxi dial. Instagram: @kellokonttori
The maxi dial is characterized by oversized hour indices as well as larger hands at center. To the untrained eye, the difference may be difficult to spot, though experienced collectors will note the change instantly.
The maxi dial became the style of choice for all modern Rolex sports watches, though it got its start in the 1999 platinum Yacht-Master. A Submariner would first feature a maxi dial in 2003, with the release of the 50th anniversary Rolex Submariner “Kermit” (16610LV).
All versions of the Yacht-Master produced after the introduction of the maxi dial would also feature the new dial design. This included the blue, gold, and white dial versions from years past.
The Two-Tone (Rolesor) Yacht-Master
Six years after the Rolesium Yacht-Master came to be, Rolex would once more put on display their mixed-metal Rolesor style in the two-tone Yacht-Master 16623.
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Yacht-Master ref. 16623. Instagram: @v.davidofftimepieces
The 2005 debuts possessed a 40mm steel case, a yellow gold bidirectional bezel, and a two-tone Oyster bracelet. As far as dials, many of the previous styles were also available like the black-on-white, though mother of pearl version were also introduced.
It was during Baselworld 2007 when Rolex would introduce the Yacht-Master’s younger and much larger sibling, the Yacht-Master II. Whereas the original Yacht-Master was very close functionally to the Sub, the Yacht-Master II was completely the opposite.
It can be said that the only overlap between the YM and the YMII is be the name, as the second iteration looks like a whole new watch. This time, though, it’s clear that the watch has been designed with the needs of yachting professionals in mind.
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The first Yacht-Master II were marked by a 44mm Oyster case, an Oyster bracelet, a white dial, and a blue Cerachrom (ceramic) Ring Command bezel. The first two references, 116688 and 116689, were made of yellow gold and white gold, respectively.
Powering the YMII was another innovation – Rolex’s in-house calibre 4161. It features the COSC-chronometer certification and 72-hour power reserve that are today’s standard, though they were industry-leading at the time. Most notable, though, was the 4161 movement’s functions.
The new caliber boasted a “ programmable countdown with mechanical memory and on-the-fly synchronization. ” Naturally, the programming of the movement required the use of the Ring Command bezel, a feature which had also never been encountered on a Rolex watch before.
In later years, Rolex would go on to release Rolesor and full-steel versions of the Yacht-Master II, both of which have been relatively successful. The Yacht-Master II has certainly earned a spot in the brand’s catalog, and is sure to stick around for next couple of decades.
The Six-Digit Yacht-Master
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Yacht-Master 116622
Twenty years after it debuted as the 16628, the Yacht-Master would see in 2012 the modernization that had been sweeping Rolex’s other model families.
Aside from receiving a new six-digit reference number (116622), subtle aesthetic changes were also present, as was an outstanding new dial option – the Cobalt Blue dial.
The case was now a “super case”, which retained the 40mm diameter but was styled differently. The bezel was now completely platinum, where previous versions were made of steel with a platinum insert. The Oyster bracelet had likewise been upgraded.
A platinum bezel / platinum dial option was still part of the collection and therefore received the same upgrades. Unfortunately, this iconic “albino” look would be completely discontinued in 2017.
The subsequent and most recent significant change to the Yacht-Master family took place in 2015, when Rolex first introduced the Everose Yacht-Master 40 ref. 116655.
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Rolex Everose Yacht-Master on Oysterflex bracelet
The newest iteration of the YM possessed some new features. The case was made of Everose, and the bezel now boasted a black Cerachrom insert. Securing the watch to the wrist was another Rolex first – the Oysterflex rubber ‘bracelet’.
Before the 116655, no Rolex watch had ever sported a rubber band. The brand still refers to it as a bracelet given the metal elements within the band, but these are not obvious even with the watch in the hand.
This same style of Yacht-Master would receive the next update in 2019, when Rolex introduced the Yacht-Master 42 in white gold.
What’s Next?
With the recent changes that the Yacht-Master line has had, it is clear that Rolex intends to keep this model family alive and well for years to come. Consumers are likewise responding to each new release, offering plenty of feedback with their pocketbooks.
If you’d like to read up on any of Rolex’s other model families, make sure to check out some of our extensive watch guides below:
- History Of The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
- Overview Of The Most Luxurious Pilot’s Watch: The GMT-Master
- How Did The Day-Date Become The President’s Watch?
- Review Of Rolex’s Longest Running Watch Model
- Rolex Watches That Could Become The Investment Of A Lifetime
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Since its release, the Yacht-Master has developed into one of the most aesthetically varied ranges within the Professional Collection lineup. Due to the wide range of materials and styles, we are going to compare two examples from each series that are as closely matched as possible; the ref. 116610LN Submariner Date and the ref. 126622 Yacht-Master 40. Prices: the base model Yacht-Master Reference 126622 has a current retail price of $11,800 USD and the base model Submariner 116610 has a retail price of $8,550 as of 2019.
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Rolex Yacht-Master vs. Submariner: The Case
When initially released, the Yacht-Master was an entirely precious metal watch, the original run comprising only of yellow gold pieces. Since then, models in Everose with Cerachrom bezels appeared, as well as a number in Rolesor (Rolex’s own name for a combination of steel and gold). However, along with the more traditional two-tone steel and gold variations, the Yacht-Master also introduced what is known as Rolesium – the brand’s combination of a stainless steel case with a platinum bezel.
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The ref. 126622 arrived this year, sporting an updated movement from 2016’s ref. 116622. At 40mm, it is technically the same size as our competing Sub; however, underlining its more opulent bearing, it has retained the gracefully sweeping profile that is more commonly seen on earlier Rolex watches. The Submariner has adopted the beefed-up, angular lugs and crown guards of the Super Case, lending to far more presence on the wrist, and splitting the odd opinion or two.
Even so, there is no getting away from the fact that the two look very similar. The YachtMaster is perhaps the more sleek and showy; the Submariner, by comparison, a rather low-key, everyday choice. One other thing you will likely notice from trying on both – it has a thinner and flatter caseback, making it a more comfortable wear in many people’s eyes. It is due to it only needing 100m of water resistance, whereas the Submariner’s 300m depth dating calls for more bulk.
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The defining element of many of Rolex’s tool watches, the bezel on the contemporary Submariner has been forged from Cerachrom, an insanely tough ceramic alloy that is resistant to scratching and fading. In keeping with diving timepiece standards, the bezel insert is marked for 60 minutes, with hash marks for the first 15, and it is unidirectional (only turns one way, a crucial safety feature).
With the Yacht-Master, its bezel rotates in both directions and is made from the most luxurious of all precious metals: solid 950 platinum. Like the Sub, it also shows 60 minute gradations, but they are embossed – raised from the surface rather than engraved. The Yacht-Master’s bezel has a much softer action than the Submariner’s, which revolves with 120 well-defined clicks.
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And the final thing that made its introduction with the Yacht-Master; it was the first model to adopt Rolex’s Maxi dial. The larger indexes and fatter hands have been as controversial as the Super Case, but there’s no doubting it makes the face more legible. The ref. 126622 comes with a choice of two dials; in dark rhodium and sunburst blue.
Because the platinum and steel in the watch’s makeup are both white metals, the rhodium dial provides a head-to-toe monochromatic look, broken up only by the bright turquoise on the seconds hand and single line of text. Alternatively, the blue has a real eye-catching contrast and is becoming a hot favorite, especially with its sparingly used bright red detailing on the seconds hand and ‘Yacht-Master’ name.
The Submariner ref. 116610LN is finished with the classic black dial that we all know and love – as you would hope on such a traditional watch. Coupled with the clean white markers and handset, it makes for perfect legibility, whether underwater or sitting at your desk.
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The Movements
Until this year, both watches were powered by the same movement – the incredible workhorse that is the Cal. 3135. It is the engine which has been driving the Submariner since 1988, and it is still the one inside the current ref. 116610LN that Rolex sells today. 30-years old or not though, it is a formidable mechanism, accurate to within -2/+2 seconds a day, and fitted with some of the latest in cutting-edge components, such as Rolex’s siogniture Blue Parachrom hairspring.
Rolex unveiled the Yacht-Master 126622 at the most recent Baselworld, ostensibly the same as the old watch except for an updated movement: the Caliber 3235. Representing the next generation of Rolex’s in-house, date-displaying movements, the Cal. 3235 has been fitted with an all-new escapement (called the Chronergy) which is reportedly 15% more efficient than before and offers an improved 70-hour power reserve. Obviously the way Rolex are going with their movements, it is only a matter of time before the Submariner is given the same.
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Although clearly cut from the same cloth, there is nevertheless a world of difference between the Rolex Yacht-Master and the Submariner. The Sub these days is the more understated choice. Its brushed surfaces and strict black and white palette don’t shout for attention, yet it’s still brawny enough to get noticed.
The Yacht-Master has always been unapologetically opulent, without the same tool watch origins as the Sub. Of the pair, it is the one more likely to get the looks, its slimmer lines with polished lugs and center links making it the dressy option.
But, as we said at the beginning when choosing between a Rolex Yacht-Master and a Submariner there really is no wrong choice!
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The Rolex Yacht-Master is one of the signature models of the esteemed Rolex family. It is an embodiment of sophistication and luxury that is appreciated worldwide. This exquisite accessory, recognisable even by those with limited knowledge of fine watches, has built a legacy over the centuries as a symbol of opulence and prestige. Today, we will delve deeper into this extraordinary timepiece. Let’s explore Yacht-Master’s rich history, distinctive features, and intricate details that set it apart from other luxury watches.
History of the Rolex Yacht-Master
The Rolex Yacht-Master made its debut in 1992. Rolex has a deep-rooted connection to sailing and maritime adventure. This was the very inspiration of the Yacht-Master. It was initially designed for professional sailors and yachting enthusiasts alike. The Yacht-Master combined Rolex’s renowned precision and durability with a distinctive, nautical-inspired aesthetic that quickly set it apart.
The first model, crafted in 18k yellow gold, featured a bold, rotatable bezel and a sleek, legible dial, capturing the essence of the sea. Over the years, the Yacht-Master has evolved. Rolex has introduced new materials such as Rolesium, a unique blend of stainless steel and platinum, and Everose gold, alongside innovative features like the Oysterflex bracelet and advanced chronograph movements. Each iteration has refined Yacht-Master’s design and functionality, making it more appealing both on deck and onshore. Today, the Yacht-Master stands as a symbol of nautical elegance and performance, embodying the adventurous spirit, precision craftsmanship, and timeless luxury that define the Rolex brand. For more information, you can continue reading about Rolex’s history .
Design and craftsmanship
The Rolex Yacht-Master boasts several distinctive features that set it apart as a luxury timepiece of exceptional craftsmanship and design. One of its hallmark characteristics is its robust construction, ensuring durability even in the harshest marine environments. The Yacht-Master’s rotatable bezel, often crafted from precious metals like platinum or gold, serves both functional and aesthetic purposes. It allows wearers to measure elapsed time and adds a touch of sophistication to the watch’s appearance. Additionally, the Yacht-Master’s dial is designed for optimal legibility, with luminous markers and hands ensuring clear timekeeping in any lighting conditions. The Yacht-Master often incorporates luxurious materials such as Rolesium, a combination of stainless steel and platinum, or Everose gold. If you want to learn more about Yacht-Master features , you will find all the necessary information here.
Technological innovations
The Rolex Yacht-Master is renowned for its technological innovations. It proves Rolex’s dedication to creative thinking. This exceptional timepiece is equipped with advanced movements like the calibre 3135 and 3235, ensuring unparalleled precision and reliability. Its innovative Oysterflex bracelet combines the flexibility and comfort of elastomer with the robustness and durability of a metal bracelet. The Yacht-Master’s rotatable bezel, crafted from precious materials, enhances its aesthetic appeal and provides functional utility for timing nautical events.
The rolex yacht-master in popular culture
Today, the Rolex Yacht-Master has transcended its maritime origins to become a favourite accessory among celebrities and successful individuals across various industries. Its popularity is fueled by a combination of its distinctive, elegant design and the unparalleled prestige associated with the Rolex brand. Celebrities from Hollywood to the sports world are frequently spotted wearing the Yacht-Master, cementing its status as a symbol of success and sophistication. Its versatility, luxurious materials, and association with high performance and exclusivity make it a sought-after piece for anyone looking to make a statement.
Final thoughts
The Rolex Yacht-Master represents the pinnacle of luxury and nautical excellence. From its rich history and evolution to its distinctive design and widespread popularity, the Yacht-Master continues to captivate watch enthusiasts and connoisseurs worldwide. This extraordinary timepiece embodies the sea’s adventurous spirit and stands as a testament to Rolex’s unwavering commitment to precision and craftsmanship. The Yacht-Master is more than just a watch – it’s a symbol of success, sophistication, and enduring legacy.
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WatchCharts July 2024 Watch Market Update: Secondary Watch Market Prices Continue to Decline, Rolex Yacht-Master Hides Great Value
by Hamza Masood
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Secondary watch market prices continue to decline as we enter the second half of 2024. The WatchCharts Overall Market Index lost 0.3% in June, consistent with the performance in May we reported in our previous update . Rolex prices fell -0.2% last month, while Patek Philippe prices fell -0.7% and Audemars Piguet prices rose by 0.1% .
However, our Overall Market Index has seen an accelerated rate of decline thus far in July, and is down 1.2% in the last 30 days.
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Watches in the $5K-$10K range had a notably weak second quarter
While much of our analysis is concentrated on Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet due to their dominating market share, we do track the market more broadly through our other brand indexes.
Through the second quarter of this year, we have noticed that many brands at around the $5,000 to $10,000 price point on the secondary market have seen accelerated market price declines.
We mostly attribute this to general weakness in the market, as the directional movement of these mid-level brands has been relatively aligned with the Big Three historically. The results are summarized in the table below.
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Carlos Alcaraz Accepted the Wimbledon Trophy Wearing a Stunning Rolex Daytona
Defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets to win his second Wimbledon title, 21-year-old Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz claimed his prize while wearing a watch that most of us would consider a worthy prize unto itself. Indeed, his Rolex Cosmograph Daytona , ref. 116518LN-0076, is no “standard” Daytona (if there even is such a thing). Rather, it features a yellow-gold case paired with a gray meteorite dial. This is the second time he’s worn it while celebrating a Wimbledon victory against Djokovic…perhaps it’s a grass court lucky charm?
Released in 2021, this reference is every bit the sporty chronograph that Rolex has been making for sixty-plus years, albeit in an elevated, precious-metal outfit: Housed in a 40mm 18K yellow gold case, it’s got a screw-down caseback, screw-down pushers, and a screw-down Triplock crown for increased water resistance, plus a scratch-resistant black Cerachrom bezel with an engraved yellow gold tachymeter scale.
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The star of the show, however, is a wildly cool gray meteorite dial with contrasting black subdials, applied yellow gold indices with Chromalight lume, and a matching yellow gold baton handset. Inside beats the Rolex caliber 4130 automatic movement with 72 hours of power reserve, and the watch comes paired with Rolex’s famed rubber Oysterflex bracelet—a cool touch that lends a bit of sportiness to an otherwise luxury-centric package.
At Watches & Wonders Geneva 2023 , Rolex discontinued the ref. 116518LN-0076 (along with other meteorite-dial Daytonas) after just two years in the catalog, sending prices on the secondary market skyrocketing well past the roughly $40,000 retail price tag and into the $80 to $90 thousand range. These days, if you want a space-rock Rollie, you either have to shell out big bucks for one from a pre-owned watch dealer (including those participating in Rolex’s own CPO program ), or wait with bated breath until next spring and hope that the Crown sees fit to answer your prayers.
As a friend of the brand, Alcaraz owns and wears several of Rolex’s watches, from the meteorite Daytona to a black-dial Daytona ref. 116500LN to the Yacht-Master 42 RLX Titanium . Of course, he’s in excellent company—fellow superstar players Roger Federer , Jannik Sinner , Coco Gauff , and others are also Rolex endorsers and are frequently spotted in knockout watches.
At just 21 years old, Alcaraz’s athletic and horological futures both look bright.
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This year it took place for a fourth time already. The exhibition is considered the principal event on the sporting and social calendar. The Moscow Yacht Show 2010 united in one area three of the largest Russian yachts distributors: Ultramarine, Nordmarine and Premium Yachts.
A wide range of yachts were on display for a week. An exhibition showcased yachts both from Russian manufacturers and world famous brands: Azimut, Princess, Ferretti, Pershing, Riviera, Doral, Linssen, etc.
It was a real feast for seafarers as visitors of the show had a unique chance not only to take a look at the newest superyachts before they hit the market, but also to evaluate their driving advantages during the test drive. The show provided an excellent opportunity for yacht enthusiasts to choose and buy a new boat for the next season.
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The Oyster Perpetual Submariner in Oystersteel with a Cerachrom bezel insert in black ceramic and a black dial with large luminescent hour markers.
Unidirectional rotatable bezel, an underwater tool.
The Submariner's rotatable bezel is a key functionality of the watch. Its 60-minute graduations allow a diver to accurately and safely monitor diving time and decompression stops.
Manufactured by Rolex from a hard, corrosion-resistant ceramic, the Cerachrom bezel insert is virtually scratchproof. A luminescent capsule on the zero marker ensures legibility, no matter how dark the environment. The bezel’s knurled edge is carefully designed to offer excellent grip under water, even with gloves.
For legibility underwater
The dial’s luminescent Chromalight display is an innovation that improved visibility in dark environments, an essential feature for divers.
Hour markers in simple shapes – triangles, circles, rectangles – and broad hour and minute hands enable instant and reliable reading to prevent any risk of confusion underwater.
Oystersteel
Highly resistant to corrosion
Rolex uses Oystersteel for its steel watch cases. Specially developed by the brand, Oystersteel belongs to the 904L steel family, alloys most commonly used in high-technology and in the aerospace and chemical industries, where maximum resistance to corrosion is essential.
Oystersteel is extremely resistant, offers an exceptional finish once polished and maintains its beauty even in the harshest environments.
The Oyster bracelet
Alchemy of form and function.
The Oyster bracelet is a perfect alchemy of form and function, aesthetics and technology, designed to be both robust and comfortable.
It is equipped with an Oysterlock clasp, which prevents accidental opening, and an ingenious Glidelock, allowing fine adjustments of the bracelet without using any tools — and allowing it to be worn comfortably over a diving suit.
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Reference 124060
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Oyster, 41 mm, Oystersteel
Oyster architecture
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Unidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated, scratch-resistant Cerachrom insert in black ceramic, numerals and graduations coated in platinum
Winding crown
Screw-down, Triplock triple waterproofness system
Scratch-resistant sapphire
Water resistance
Waterproof to 300 metres / 1,000 feet
Perpetual, mechanical, self-winding
3230, Manufacture Rolex
-2/+2 sec/day, after casing
Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. High-performance Paraflex shock absorbers
Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
Power reserve
Approximately 70 hours
Oyster, three-piece solid links
Folding Oysterlock safety clasp with Rolex Glidelock extension system
Highly legible Chromalight display with long-lasting blue luminescence
Certification
Superlative Chronometer (COSC + Rolex certification after casing)
Learn how to set the time and other functions of your Rolex watch by consulting our user guides.
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