A Guide to Rolex Yacht-Master Watches
Rolex’s Yacht-Master collection is gaining more attention recently. This luxurious line of watches comes with a regatta chronograph, which is designed to help skippers measure the time to the start of a sailing race.
The watch features a bidirectional rotating bezel set with trapeze-cut sapphires and diamonds. It also includes the world’s first mechanical programmable countdown, which can be synced to the starting sequence of a yacht race.
Blue Dial of the Rolex Yacht-Master Watches
If you’re looking for a Rolex watch with a blue dial, look no further than the Rolex Yacht Master. This model is the perfect balance of elegance and sport, making it ideal for any occasion. Our collection includes both new and pre-owned Rolex Yacht Masters, so you’re sure to find the right one for you.
In addition to being a great weekend watch, the Rolex Yacht-Master is also a popular choice for professionals who spend time at the office. The Yacht-Master is available in a variety of sizes to accommodate every wrist.
Unlike the attention-grabbing Daytona and youthful Air-King, the Yacht-Master is designed to appeal to men who appreciate subtle style. It’s no surprise that the Yacht-Master is a favorite among celebrities and athletes, including TV personality Ellen DeGeneres and professional golfers like Matt Kuchar. It’s also a popular choice for chefs like Emeril Lagasse. The stainless steel and Everose gold combination is especially appealing to those who enjoy two-tone watches.
Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Plated
Rolex has done a good job of breathing new life into the Yacht Master with its 40mm-wide gold versions with black dials. They are equipped with the Caliber 4161 Regatta chronograph movement with a 10 minute countdown lap timer. They also feature an elastomer Oysterflex bracelet, which provides the durability of metal without any of its drawbacks. The knurled yellow gold bezel makes for a great grip, and the sapphire crystal is fitted with a Cyclops date window.
Unlike the Submariner, which is a true workhorse, the Yacht-Master is more of a dressy sports watch that hints at an upscale lifestyle. It is also a celebrity favorite as many personalities like Phil Collins and Bruce Willis have been seen wearing it. You can find a stainless steel and yellow gold-plated version of the Yacht Master, or even one with a sandblasted black matte ceramic bezel. Regardless of what you choose, it is sure to make a statement on your wrist.
Water-Resistant
The Yacht-Master’s water-resistant Oyster case is designed with sea-faring in mind, meaning it can withstand salty ocean air and even light swimming. Most models in the collection feature a Rolex Calibre movement and Triplock crown, which provide superior waterproofness.
While the Yacht-Master doesn’t have a deep sea diving capacity like the Submariner or Sea-Dweller, it has a more sophisticated complication: a programmable regatta chronograph bezel. This bidirectional rotating bezel is capable of synchronizing countdown sequences for the start times of yacht races.
This bezel is crafted from a ceramic alloy called Cerachrom, which provides both durability and anticorrosive properties. It also features 60-minute markings, perfect for calculating sailing time between buoys.
Elegant
The Rolex Yacht-Master 40 series is an elegant watch that looks good with any outfit. It combines the sportive aspects of the Submariner with the sophistication of the Datejust to create an elegant, versatile luxury watch that’s perfect for all occasions.
The Yacht-Master 40 features a bidirectional, 60-minute graduated bezel made of Cerachrom in ceramic that allows you to keep track of the time. It also has a Cyclops lens over the date display to make it easy to read, even in poor light conditions.
Another great feature of the Yacht-Master is its oversized ‘Ring Command Bezel’, which lets you control the programmable countdown timer to help you time your regattas. This bezel is also a huge reason why the Yacht-Master is often seen on the wrists of celebrities, including Phil Collins and Bruce Willis.
The new reference 116622 uses Rolesium, a combination of Oystersteel and 950 platinum, to create a stunning watch that is both durable and lightweight. The slate grey dial and bezel adds a touch of elegance, while the Mercedes-style hands and luminescent markers provide superb readability.