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Undecided between a Rolex Yacht-Master or Submariner? Here is our guide:

Yacht-Master vs Submariner

Both the Yacht-Master and the Submariner are inextricably linked to Rolex’s rich heritage in developing expert waterproofing technology. Over the last few years Rolex has focussed significantly on its Yacht-Master collection. Since 2015 they have created the Everose version and equipped models with the new Oysterflex bracelet. Likewise, the Submariner has received several modifications since it first launched in 1953, namely its improvement in water resistance. Let’s take a look at how the Yacht-Master and the Submariner fair up to one another in this comparison article which looks into the materials, functions, and performance of each watch.

Presenting the Yacht-Master:

The Yacht-Master is a luxury sports watch that launched in 1992 in an 18k yellow gold case. Since then, ladies’ models have accompanied these rugged timekeeping tools as well as several innovative features like the mid-size man’s model and the Rolesium case, crafted from a mix of Rolex’s 904-L grade stainless steel and 905 platinum. The blend of metals further enhances the model’s luxurious aesthetic, enabling the elements on the dial and bezel to stand out with exquisite luster and luminosity.

Yacht Master

Reference: 268621

Case/Dial: 37mm Oystersteel and 18 ct Everose gold , Black 10 bar (100 metres / 330 feet)

Movement: Rolex 2236, Self-winding

Functions: Date, Calendar, Stop seconds , 55h power reserve

Strap: Oystersteel and 18 ct Everose gold

Style: Elegant

Presenting the Submariner:

The Submariner was introduced in 1953. The diver’s watch was an extension of the brand’s success in creating the world’s first waterproof and dustproof watch – the Oyster. It used the same structure as the Oyster case and was equipped with 100-meter water resistance, setting the benchmark for all diver’s watches to follow. Over the last 2 decades, the Submariner has tripled in price and remains a highly desirable model to own from the brand’s prestigious catalog.

Reference: 116613LB

Case/Dial: 40mm Oystersteel and yellow gold , Blue 300 metres / 1,000 feet

Movement: Rolex 3135, Self-winding

Functions: Date, Calendar. Stop-seconds for precise time setting. , 48h power reserve

Strap: Oystersteel and yellow gold

Case and Bracelet:

The Submariner watch is a 40mm model, enabling it to sit comfortably on the arm without overpowering the wrist. It’s a great timepiece for pairing with sporty or casual attire. The case is crafted from stainless steel, featuring a monobloc middle case, a screw-down case back and a screw-down crown. The crown is integrated with the Triplock triple waterproofness system developed by Rolex. It features three sealed zones to offer the best water damage protection over the watch’s movement. The top of the watch is completed with anti-reflective sapphire crystal glass and the watch’s unidirectional rotating bezel is crafted from Cerachrom ceramic, which prevents the surface of the colored bezel from scratching and fading. The unidirectional rotating bezel has 60-minute graduations coated in platinum. Available in green, blue and black, these bezels match their respective dial colors. The case of the Submariner is also available in 18k white gold, 18k yellow gold, steel or a bi-color steel & 18k yellow gold option. The Rolex Yacht-Master is available in a 37mm, 40mm, and a 42m case size. The 37mm version features a steel case with Everose bezel and bracelet links, the 40mm variations are available in a Rolesium (steel and platinum case) and an 18k Everose case with black bezel. The 42mm version is crafted from white gold with a black bezel. There are black dials and dark rhodium dials to choose from within this collection – each one equipped with a cyclops date at 3 o’clock. The 37mm and 40mm Everose watches have a matching rose gold second hand, and like the Submariner, the dial is protected by a sapphire glass lens. The Yacht-Master’s bezel is bidirectional with 60-minute graduations that are raised and polished to stand out clearly. The Yacht-Master is 100-meter water-resistant compared to the Submariner’s 300-meter water-resistant case.

The Submarine is powered by the calibers 3135 and 3130. Both offer a 48-hour power reserve and perform at a rate of 28,800 vibrations per hour. The Caliber 3135 has received modifications since it was first developed. It is now COSC-certified and features a Paramagnetic Parachrom hairspring for enhanced mechanical efficiency.

Some Rolex Yacht-Masters are powered by the in-house Caliber 3235, which provides a longer 70-hour power reserve compared to the Submariner. It beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour. Others are powered by the Caliber 2236 with a Syloxi hairspring in silicon and high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers. It provides a 55-hour power reserve.

Both the Submariner and Yacht-Master watches feature Superlative Chronometer tested movements, meaning that they have undergone a set of stringent tests to prove their robustness, reliability, and strength under extreme conditions.

Bracelet and Clasp:

The Submariner and Yacht-Master differ in terms of their bracelets. The Yacht-Master 40mm Everose and 42mm white gold options are completed on an Oysterflex bracelet with features flexible metal blades protected underneath a high-performance elastomer. To secure around the wrist, the band features an Oysterlock safety clasp and Glidelock extension facility, enabling you to attach the bracelet over the top of heavy outdoor gear. The other Yacht-Master watches come on an Oyster bracelet with Glidelock system. The Submariner is completed on the Oyster bracelet (in options of steel, 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold or bi-color options), with a folding Oysterlock safety clasp and Glidelock extension clasp for expanding in small increments.

The Rolex Yacht-Master watch is more expensive than the Submariner, retailing at around $12,000 as opposed to the Submariner’s $8000 price tag. On the preowned market, however, both watches sell for a similar price point since the Submariner holds its value better compared to the Yacht-Master.

Still Undecided:

The Yacht-Master, despite being available in luxurious Everose and platinum versions, has a sportier aesthetic compared to the rugged look of the Submariner, especially since some models are completed on the Oysterflex bracelet as opposed to a 3-piece Oyster bracelet. It also features a clear dial surrounded by a bidirectional rotating bezel with highly legible markers. The Submariner, on the other hand, is more suitable for diving since it features a unidirectional rotating bezel that will enable you to keep track of remaining dive time and better water resistance. It offers a short power reserve, however, and goes without the addition of the sportier Oysterflex bracelet.

Comparision Table

Ref.124060 vs ref.126622.

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Submariner 126610ln

Reference: 126610ln

Case/Dial: 41mm Steel , Black 300

Movement: 3235, Self-winding

Functions: Centre hour, minute and seconds hands. Instantaneous date with rapid setting. Stop-seconds for precise time setting , 70h power reserve

Strap: Steel

Style: Diver

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The Rolex Watches of Che Guevara

Precision Timekeeping in a High-End Tool Watch

Although Rolex watches are an international symbol of wealth, success and personal accomplishment, they can often be found on the wrists of the most unexpected individuals. Rolex has always produced precision timekeeping devices ; however, they were historically viewed as high-end tool watches, rather than luxury items. As a result, some of the most interesting and unexpected figures throughout history have chosen to wear a Rolex.

As a communist revolutionary leader, Ernesto “Che” Guevara did not affix a great deal of value to many material possessions. Despite a general disdain for wealth, excess, and inequality, Che Guevara actually owned several different Rolex collections throughout his lifetime.

Rolex watches have never been considered inexpensive; however, they previously occupied a much more accessible price range. As a point of reference, a stainless steel Submariner Date retailed for $180 in 1957. Adjusting for inflation, that would still only be equal to roughly $1,600 today. To add some additional perspective, a brand-new, stainless steel Submariner Date now costs $8,550.

It is very likely that Che Guevara wore an early reference Submariner during the first part of his revolutionary career; however the watch that most frequently makes an appearance in pictures with him, is his GMT-Master, reference 1675 – a gift from fellow communist leader, Fidel Castro.

Castro was a huge fan of Rolex watches; many photographs exist of him simultaneously wearing two different Rolex on the same wrist. One was set to local time in Havana; the other displayed the time in Moscow. Castro liked the brand so much that he frequently gave out Rolex watches to his high-level commanders and associates.

It is confirmed that Che Guevara received at least two different Rolex watches from Castro during the late 1950’s and 1960’s. Precision timepieces were a necessary item of equipment for field commanders, especially in the pre-quartz watch era. An accurate watch was crucial for coordinating and synchronizing military operations, and the reliability and precision of Rolex watches made them an obvious choice.

The first Rolex Guevara received was in 1958 when Castro promoted him to the position of Comandante ; however, less than a year later, Che gave that very same watch to his father. In 1966, Castro gave Guevara a second Rolex – right before he left Cuba for Bolivia.

When Che Guevara was killed on October 9 th , 1967, CIA operative Félix Rodríguez removed Guevara’s Rolex GMT-Master from the wrist of his corpse; the watch remains in his possession to this day. A unique quality about Rolex is the brand’s ability to fit in among different income levels and lifestyles. From movie stars to soldiers, U.S. presidents to communist revolutionaries, it appears as though everyone can appreciate the ingenuity and craftsmanship of Rolex watches.

About Paul Altieri

Paul Altieri is a vintage and pre-owned Rolex specialist, entrepreneur, and the founder and CEO of BobsWatches.com. - the largest and most trusted name in luxury watches. He is widely considered a pioneer in the industry for bringing transparency and innovation to a once-considered stagnant industry. His experience spans over 35 years and he has been published in numerous publications including Forbes, The NY Times, WatchPro, and Fortune Magazine. Paul is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest research and developments in the watch industry and e-commerce, and regularly engages with other professionals in the industry. He is a member of the IWJG, the AWCI and a graduate of the GIA. Alongside running the premier retailer of pre-owned Rolex watches, Paul is a prominent Rolex watch collector himself amassing one of the largest private collections of rare timepieces. In an interview with the WSJ lifestyle/fashion editor Christina Binkley, Paul opened his vault to display his extensive collection of vintage Rolex Submariners and Daytonas. Paul Altieri is a trusted and recognized authority in the watch industry with a proven track record of expertise, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.

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Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40 in Edelstahl Oystersteel und Platin . Armband: Oyster .

In beide richtungen drehbare lünette, messung der entfernung.

Die in beide Richtungen drehbare Lünette mit 60-Minuten-Graduierung der Yacht‑Master präsentiert sich vollständig in Edelmetallen oder mit einer Cerachrom-Zahlenscheibe aus Hightech-Keramik. Die polierten Ziffern und Graduierungen im Relief heben sich perfekt von dem sand­gestrahlten matten Fond ab.

Mit ihrer Funktionalität, die beispielsweise das Ablesen der Fahrzeit zwischen zwei Tonnen ermöglicht, trägt diese Lünette wesentlich zur Einzigartigkeit dieses Modells bei.

Schiefergraues Zifferblatt

Außergewöhnliche ablesbarkeit.

Wie alle Professional Modelle von Rolex lässt sich die Yacht-Master 40 unter allen Einsatzbedingungen, vor allem im Dunkeln, sehr gut ablesen dank ihrer Chromalight-Anzeige.

Die groß bemessenen Stundenindizes und breiten Zeiger in einfachen Formen – Dreiecke, Kreise und Rechtecke – sind mit einer lange nachleuchtenden Leuchtmasse beschichtet.

Eine legendäre Kombination

Viele Uhren von Rolex sind in der mittlerweile legendären Kombination aus Gelb-, Weiß- oder Everose-Gold mit Edelstahl erhältlich, die als Rolesor bekannt ist; Rolesium ist jedoch eine Kreation, die allein der Yacht‑Master vorbehalten ist.

Während Gehäuse und Armband aus dem wider­stands­fähigen Edelstahl Oystersteel gefertigt sind, besteht die Lünette der Rolesium-Versionen aus Platin und verleiht ihnen durch ihre silbrig-weiße Farbe und den lebhaften Glanz eine unver­kennbar luxuriöse Anmutung.

Oyster-Band

Perfekte kombination von form und funktion.

Das Oyster-Band ist das robuste und bequeme Ergebnis einer perfekten Kombination von Form und Funktion, Ästhetik und Technik. Es ist mit einer Oysterlock-Faltschließe, die versehentliches Öffnen verhindert, und der komfortablen Easylink-Verlängerung von Rolex ausgestattet.

Dank dieses innovativen Systems kann das Armband um circa 5 mm erweitert werden, um jederzeit einen optimalen Tragekomfort sicherzustellen.

Mehr technische Details: Yacht-Master

Referenz   126622

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Rolesium (Kombination aus Edelstahl Oystersteel und Platin)

In beide Richtungen drehbare Lünette in Platin mit 60-Minuten-Graduierung und Ziffern im Relief

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Verschraubbare Triplock-Aufzugskrone mit dreifachem Dichtungssystem

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Wasser­dichtheit

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3235, Rolex Manufakturwerk

-2/+2 Sekunden pro Tag, gemessen nach dem Einschalen des Uhrwerks

Stunden-, Minuten- und Sekundenzeiger im Zentrum. Springender Datumswechsel mit Schnellkorrektur. Sekundenstopp für genaues Einstellen der Zeit

Paramagnetische blaue Parachrom-Spirale. Hochleistungsfähiges Paraflex-Antischocksystem

Automatischer Aufzugsmechanismus, in beide Richtungen aufziehend, Perpetual-Rotor

Gangreserve

Circa 70 Stunden

Oyster-Band (dreireihig), massive Elemente

Edelstahl Oystersteel

Oysterlock-Sicherheitsfaltschließe mit komfortabler 5-mm-Easylink-Verlängerung

Zifferblatt

Schiefergrau

Sehr gut ablesbare Chromalight-Indizes und -Zeiger mit lang anhaltendem blauem Leuchtvermögen

Zertifizierung

Chronometer der Superlative (COSC + Rolex Zertifizierung nach dem Einschalen des Uhrwerks)

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