#YACHT ROLEX PROFESSIONAL#

The 40 mm Oyster case of the new Yacht-Master 40 is a paragon of robustness and reliability.

Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40, ©Rolex THE OYSTER CASE The Yacht-Master 40 professional-category watch provides a perfect blend of functionality and nautical style. An emblematic nautical timepiece, it is easily recognized by its bidirectional rotatable bezel, which, when not gem-set, either features a 60-minute graduation and is made entirely from precious metal or is fitted with a Cerachrom insert in technical ceramic. Embodying the rich heritage that has bound Rolex and the world of sailing since the 1950s, this Professional-category watch provides a perfect blend of functionality and nautical style. Launched in 1992, the Yacht-Master was designed specifically for navigators and skippers. Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40, ©Rolex THE SPIRIT OF THE OPEN SEAS Pink sapphire, light blue sapphire, diamond, purple sapphire and dark blue sapphire: a harmonious sequence that is repeated eight times. The case shines with 46 brilliant-cut diamonds from the lugs to the crown guard. This design gives the bezel a unique sparkle that is further enhanced by a triangular diamond at 12 o’clock. Cast from 18 ct white gold – a first for the model – the watch features a rotatable bezel set with trapeze-cut precious stones. Rolex is unveiling a new colourful, sparking version of the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40. With, as always, the same promise of outstanding quality thanks to the company’s complete, in-house mastery of watchmaking expertise.ĭiscover the new Rolex 2022 models at the link. They are an invitation to push boundaries, to reach ever higher. In its perpetual quest for excellence, Rolex constantly enhances the aesthetics and technologies of its emblematic timepieces. and a triple-locking winding crown system taken from Rolex’s famous family of saturation diving watches.Rolex unveiled its latest creations: watches that shine the light of optimism and innovation on the watchmaking world.

All Rolex Yacht-master models have a water resistance rating of 100 metres. Īs of 2021 the Rolex Yacht-Master is still offered in 37mm, 40mm and 42mm case sizes. The case, bezel, and Oysterlock clasp are made of 18K white gold, while the bezel contains a matte black and polished Cerachrom material insert. In 2019, Rolex introduced the Rolex Yacht-Master 42, the first Yacht-Master with 42mm case size to feature a date complication. The Everose Yacht-Master is available in two sizes - 37mm (268655) and 40mm (126655). In 2015, Rolex launched the 18K Everose gold Yacht-Master, the first Rolex watch to come on a rubberized bracelet, known now as the Oysterflex. In 2007, the brand released the Rolex Yacht-Master II regatta chronograph watch, the world's first watch equipped with a programmable countdown from 1 to 10 minutes using a mechanical memory. The difference between the two models being the new movement found in reference 168623, and the new solid 18K gold center links found on the new, heavier bracelet (the reference 68623 bracelet having hollow center links.) However, by 1999 Rolex had discontinued their two-tone stainless steel and 18K gold reference 68623 and replaced it in 2000 with a new two-tone model: Reference 168623. In 1997, Rolex released a Yacht-Master made of stainless steel and platinum, wherein the bezel and dial are made from 950 platinum while the case, bracelet and crown, are in stainless steel.

In 1996, Rolex introduced two-tone (stainless steel and 18-carat yellow gold) to the lady's and mid-size line.

#YACHT ROLEX PROFESSIONAL#

In 1994, Rolex released a lady's model (69628) and a mid-size model (68628) at 35mm, marking the first time in Rolex history that a professional series watch was available in smaller than the standard size case. The Rolex Yacht-Master is a luxury sports watch manufactured by Rolex and first introduced in 1992 as Reference 16628 in 18-karat yellow gold.

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