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Yacht-Master

Un orologio-strumento prezioso

Tecnico ed elegante, lo Yacht‑Master è un affidabile strumento nautico da indossare al polso.

La sua lunetta bidirezionale graduata consente una misurazione e una lettura precisa degli intervalli di tempo durante la navigazione. Grazie alle innovazioni che racchiude, questo orologio‑strumento offre una leggibilità ottimale e il massimo comfort in ogni circostanza.

Lunetta bidirezionale graduata Precisione e leggibilità al polso

La lunetta bidirezionale graduata 60 minuti in rilievo è uno degli elementi più caratteristici dello Yacht‑Master. Interamente realizzata in metallo prezioso – oro Everose 18 ct o platino 950 – o dotata di un disco Cerachrom in ceramica nera ad alta tecnologia, è parte essenziale dell’identità dell’orologio.

Con numeri e indici lucidi che si stagliano chiaramente su uno sfondo opaco, la lunetta garantisce una lettura ottimale degli intervalli di tempo, ad esempio del tempo di percorrenza tra due boe. La dettagliata graduazione del primo quarto d’ora, inoltre, accresce ulteriormente la precisione di lettura dei tempi di navigazione.

Il meccanismo girevole bidirezionale fa leva su un anello con 120 tacche che consente una regolazione agevole e precisa al mezzo minuto più vicino. Infine, la lunetta presenta un bordo zigrinato che la rende facile da manipolare in ogni circostanza.

Oro, Rolesor e Rolesium Leghe preziose e combinazioni esclusive

L’oro Rolex è parte integrante dell’identità dello Yacht‑Master: le leghe di oro 18 ct giallo, bianco ed Everose sono composte per 750‰ di oro puro e di una miscela d’argento, rame e palladio e sono tutte interamente elaborate e colate nella fonderia propria del Marchio.

Lo Yacht‑Master in oro Everose 18 ct è proposto in due diametri, 37 mm e 40 mm, e per entrambi è disponibile anche con quadrante con pavé di diamanti. Solo lo Yacht‑Master 42 si declina in versioni in oro 18 ct giallo o bianco.

Nelle declinazioni in versione Rolesor Everose dello Yacht‑Master 37 e dello Yacht‑Master 40, l’oro Rolex è associato all’acciaio Oystersteel, una lega particolarmente resistente alla corrosione: la lunetta e gli elementi centrali sono in oro Everose, mentre la carrure , la corona di carica, il fondello e gli elementi laterali sono in acciaio Oystersteel.

Gli Yacht‑Master 37 e Yacht‑Master 40 sono disponibili anche in versione Rolesium, un abbinamento di platino e acciaio. Coniugano una lunetta in platino con una carrure , una corona di carica, un fondello e un bracciale in acciaio Oystersteel.

Titanio RLX Robustezza e leggerezza

Il titanio RLX ha fatto il suo debutto nella gamma Yacht‑Master nel 2023. La lega di titanio grado 5 selezionata da Rolex si distingue per la sua leggerezza e per la sua resistenza meccanica e alla corrosione. Il ricorso a questo metallo per la cassa e il bracciale dello Yacht‑Master 42 ha consentito di ridurre il peso dell’orologio di circa un terzo rispetto a un orologio simile in acciaio. Il titanio RLX è difficile da lavorare e il suo utilizzo ha richiesto la messa a punto di specifici processi di fabbricazione.

Le superfici, che abbinano diverse lavorazioni e finiture – lucida, brillante e satinata tecnica –, sono la vetrina dell’eccellenza e del know‑how di Rolex in questo ambito. Lo sguardo è catturato dal delicato mix di texture e di luce, che mette in contrasto la finitura lucida sulle spallette di protezione della corona e la lucentezza della finitura brillante sugli spigoli superiori delle anse con l’opaco della finitura satinata tecnica, particolarmente marcata, visibile sul resto della cassa e del bracciale.

Bracciali, fermagli e sistemi di allungamento Comfort e sicurezza al polso

Visualizzazione chromalight e lente d’ingrandimento cyclope per una leggibilità ottimale.

Lo Yacht‑Master presenta due caratteristiche esclusive di Rolex che accrescono la leggibilità: la visualizzazione Chromalight e la lente d’ingrandimento Cyclope.

La visualizzazione Chromalight offre una leggibilità ottimale a prescindere dalle condizioni di luce. Una sostanza luminescente viene applicata dagli esperti del Marchio sulle lancette e sugli ampi indici dalle forme semplici – triangolo, tondo e rettangolo – caratteristici degli orologi Professionali Rolex. Questo materiale si distingue per il suo colore bianco vivo alla luce del giorno ed emette un intenso bagliore blu quando l’orologio si trova in un ambiente buio.

Presentata nel 2008, la visualizzazione Chromalight è stata ottimizzata nel 2021 per offrire un intenso bagliore blu più a lungo. Con le sue prestazioni, questo materiale luminescente si spinge ben oltre gli standard richiesti dalle norme orologiere.

Progettata per migliorare la leggibilità del datario, la lente d’ingrandimento Cyclope è una firma al contempo estetica e tecnica del Marchio. Quest’invenzione di Rolex, brevettata all’inizio degli anni ’50, è realizzata in zaffiro praticamente antiscalfitture – proprio come il vetro dell’orologio – e beneficia di un doppio trattamento antiriflesso.

Calibri 3235 e 2236 Prestazioni superlative

Rolex Yacht-Master 40 116695SATS 'Tutti Frutti'

£ 145,000

Presented in unworn and factory stickered condition is this beautiful and rare example of a 2019 Rolex Yacht-Master 40 116695SATS ‘Tutti Frutti’. The watch features a 40mm 18K rose gold case, factory diamond pave set dial with luminescent hour markers, and eye-catching 18K rose gold ‘Tutti Frutti’ bezel set with trilliant cut diamond surrounded by multi-coloured gem stones and is coupled to a black rubber strap with an 18K rose gold folding clasp. Having been professionally tested for condition and accuracy, it’s deemed to be running perfectly, ready for its new, very lucky owner.

The watch is supplied with its original Rolex box, green leather wallet, manuals and warranty card.

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Rolex Yacht-Master 116655 Ultimate Buying Guide

Rolex’s Yacht-Master series emerged in the early nineties, touted as a nautically-themed luxury lifestyle offering against the all-out professional tools of the brand’s dive trio.

Although quite clearly cut from the same mold as the Submariner (and there were even rumors it was originally dreamt up back in the eighties as a possible replacement for the legendary Sub), it has always set itself apart with its softer, more graceful lines and choice of materials. The closest you’ll find to the utility of steel here is when it’s being gentrified by the presence of Rolex’s own 18K gold in their Rolesor models or their platinum in the Rolesium versions – a combination that made its debut with the first wave of these Rolex Yachtmaster watches for sale .

Precious metals don’t come cheap, and the YM has consequently not had the same universal mass appeal as others in the Oyster Professional range. It has always purposely avoided going too sporty, aiming the model at a more targeted audience – those who, for example, may own luxury yachts.

Let’s take a look at one of Rolex’s most interesting and beautifully balanced masterpieces, the Yacht-Master in Everose.

What You Need to Know About the Everose Yacht-Master 40 Ref. 116655

Yacht-Master 116655 Key Features

Case: 40mm Material: Everose – 18k Rose Gold Bezel: Bi-Directional, Cerachrom Movement: Automatic cal. 3135 Functions: Date Dial: Black w/ Chromalight Bracelet: Oysterflex Water Resistance: 100 Meters/330 feet

Yacht-Master 116655: One of A Kind

In 2015, a new Yachtmaster with many surprises up its sleeve made its grand entrance. The Yacht-Master reference 116655 brought with it several firsts, not just for the Yacht-Master range, but for Rolex itself.  It was the first Rolex for sale to feature the innovative Oysterflex bracelet, the brand’s take on the rubber strap.  It was also the first Yacht-Master to ditch the precious metal bezel for Cerachrom, Rolex’s term for ceramic.  Of course, the bezel is produced in matte black to match the sleek Oysterflex strap.

The Rolex Yacht-Master Rose Gold 40mm

While their bezels have always featured embossed numerals, as opposed to the engraved ones favored by the rest of the brand’s catalog, the contrast between the high polish of the three-dimensional markings against that gloriously muted, sandblasted ceramic gives an altogether more dramatic effect. This design is echoed on the black dial, replacing what is typically a glossy element on other similarly colored Rolex watches for a matte hue to match the bezel and bracelet.

Juxtaposing against the high-polish and elegantly curved 18k Everose case, Rolex’s own blend of gold and copper with a dash of platinum to seal it all in, it underlines the ref. 116655’s status as the best of both worlds. Dressy enough for the yacht club; sporty enough for the yacht race.

The Oysterflex Bracelet

At the core of the Oysterflex is a blade forged from an alloy of titanium and nickel, molded in a high-performance, hypoallergenic elastomer. It means, not only is the bracelet exceptionally resistant to environmental rigors, but it’s also free to form itself to the shape of the wearer’s wrist while retaining all the strength of any of the brand’s metal bands.

It is an extremely comfortable bracelet, made even more so by the addition of a pair of ‘fins’ underneath that both cushion and support the watch while also providing airflow to cool the wrist on warm days. The bracelet is secured by the same Oysterlock clasp as you’ll find on most Rolex sports models and comes with the 5mm Easylink extension system for a spot of fine-tuning.

The only drawback compared to, say, the traditional Oyster bracelet is obviously in making larger adjustments. There are no links to add or remove, and, unlike other rubber straps, cutting it to size isn’t an option, thanks to the metal core. Rolex offers a choice of bracelet size at the time of purchase, but it does mean you won’t be able to lend your watch to anyone with significantly bigger or smaller wrists than you. Oh well!

The Calibre 3135 Perpetual Movement

Inside the 40mm ref. 116655 is the battle-hardened and utterly reliable Cal. 3135, which remained Rolex’s main engine from 1988 until just recently when it was replaced by its successor – calibre 3235. Performing way beyond the standards set down by the COSC, it’s accurate to within +2/-2 seconds a day.  Cal. 3135 also boasts a Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring and a convenient 48-hour power reserve.  Even if you set your Rolex Yachtmaster down and don’t pick it up until a day or so later, it will continue to read true.

The Next Generation of Yacht Masters: The Rolex 116655 vs. 126655

In 2019, a new collection of regatta timers came to market, replacing the first 6-digit 1166XX generation.  The beloved cal. 3135 retired from the Yacht-Master collection altogether, making way for the new and improved calibre 3235 with a more efficient skeletonized Chronergy escapement and, thus, a longer 70-hour power reserve.  The Everose and Oysterflex Yacht-Master survived the transition, housing the improved movement within the current ref. 126655.  It features a similar design set as ref. 116655, including a 40mm case and the same stunning matte black ceramic bezel.  Also joining the new 40mm lineup were Rolesium ref. 126622 and Everose Rolesor ref. 126621.

Future Classic?

The Yacht-Master ref. 116655 has all the hallmarks of a classic in the making.  It’s a radical departure from the norm, and it debuted several never-before-seen features.  Additionally, Its matte dial with the red text gives it a healthy vintage feel, and its hefty retail price will grant it an invaluable degree of exclusivity.

If we were gamblers, we certainly wouldn’t bet against it becoming a highly sought-after piece in years to come, but that isn’t the best reason to add one to your collection if the budget allows. This is simply one of the most strikingly good-looking and capable watches ever produced by a brand that sets the standard other manufacturers try to live up to. A model welcomed anywhere, whether on deck or on the beach, the Everose gold Yacht-Master 40 is Rolex at their formidable best.

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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‘Tutti Frutti’ Yacht-Master, Ref. 116695SATS Pink gold, diamond, tsavorite and sapphire-set wristwatch with date and Oysterflex bracelet Circa 2018 | 勞力士 | 116695SATS 型號「'Tutti Frutti' Yacht-Master」粉紅金鑲鑽石、沙弗來石及彩色剛玉鍊帶腕錶備日期顯示，年份約2018

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‘Tutti Frutti’ Yacht-Master, Ref. 116695SATS 

Pink gold, diamond, tsavorite and sapphire-set wristwatch with date and Oysterflex bracelet 

116695SATS 型號「'Tutti Frutti' Yacht-Master」粉紅金鑲鑽石、沙弗來石及彩色剛玉鍊帶腕錶備日期顯示，年份約2018

Dial: black 

Calibre: cal. 3135 automatic, 31 jewels 

Movement number: DQ,75R'491

Case: 18k pink gold, diamond, sapphire and tsavorite-set, screw-down back 

Case number: 4L’983’2Y2 

Closure: Rolex Oysterflex rubber strap and 18k pink gold folding clasp 

Dimensions: 40 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 170 mm 

Signed: case, dial and movement 

Box: yes 

Papers: yes  

Accessories: Rolex guarantee, instruction manual, leather cardholder and presentation case with outer packaging 

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Catalogue note

The Rolex Yacht-Master reference 116695SATS aka 'Tutti Frutti' was only in production around two years and is one of Rolex's most colourful creations. The bi-directional rotating bezel is set with 38 sapphires (blue, orange, yellow, and pink), 8 tsavorites (the green gems), and 1 diamond at 12 o’clock. The uniformity of the gems in respective color and shape is fantastic.

The watch comes with Rolex guarantee and presentation box with outer packaging.

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Rolex Yacht-Master Black Dial “Tutti Frutti” 18K RG Auto Watch 116655 w/ B&P

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Gem-Set Rolex Yacht-Master Watches

When Rolex released the Yacht-Master in 1992, it was one of the brand’s most luxurious sports models from the get-go. Crafted almost entirely in 18k yellow gold, this was a solid hunk of precious metal that you could comfortably wear while sailing the seas on your private yacht. Over the years, Rolex has greatly expanded the Yacht-Master lineup with additional sizes, materials, and dials. Plus, Rolex chose the Yacht-Master to debut its newest bracelet style in 2015 by pairing the nautical watch with the black rubber Oysterflex bracelet. In addition to all the great variety, there are also a handful of lavish gem-set Rolex Yacht-Master watches on offer; some in the regular production catalog and some hidden from the public as “off-catalog” models. Here are a few of them.  

Everose Rolex Yacht-Master with Diamond Paved Dials 

Image Source: rolex.com press center

When you say “Yacht-Master” to the modern Rolex buyer, they likely picture the Everose gold version with a black Cerachrom ceramic bezel and black Oysterflex bracelet that entered the scene in 2015. With its sporty black accents and precious metal case, the Everose Yacht-Master has become the flagship model of the entire collection. 

Rolex not only offers the Everose Yacht-Master in two sizes, but buyers can also choose between the standard black dial or a dazzling diamond-paved dial. The current production Yacht-Master 40 with a diamond pavé dial is the ref. 126655-0005, while the smaller 37mm version is the ref. 268655-0019.

Rolex Yacht-Master “Tutti Frutti”

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Launched in 2017, the Yacht-Master ref. 116695 SATS has been given the nickname “Tutti Frutti,” and one look at its Skittles-themed bezel and it’s not hard to see why. The rainbow-like bezel that sits on top of the 40mm Everose case is set with 32 sapphires, eight tsavorites, and a single triangular diamond at 12 o’clock. Except for the diamond, pink, yellow, blue, orange, and green are the colors of the precious gemstones, laid in a repetitive pattern. 

Dial choices include the customary black version, which matches the black Oysterflex perfectly. However, if you really want to lean into the opulence of it all , Rolex also made a Yacht-Master “Tutti Frutti” watch with a full diamond paved dial. 

Rolex Yacht-Master 42 with a Baguette Diamond Bezel

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In 2019, Rolex added the biggest model to the collection with the introduction of the Yacht-Master 42. The watch sports a 42mm white gold case and is fitted with a black Oysterflex bracelet. In addition to the standard option furnished with a black Cerachrom ceramic bezel, Rolex also added a gem-set variation (around 2021) in the form of the Yacht-Master 42 ref. 226679TBR. 

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The diamond Rolex Yacht-Master 42 ref. 226679TBR is one of the ultra-secretive “off-catalog” models that are only accessible to select Rolex customers. The watch features trapeze-cut diamonds on the bezel and brilliant-cut diamonds set into the lugs. What’s more, if that isn’t enough gemstones for you, Rolex also makes a full diamond paved dial version. 

Rolex Yacht-Master “Cotton Candy”

In 2022, Rolex announced the latest gem-set Yacht-Master to join the company’s lineup. It was the Yacht-Master ref. 126679 SABR with a 40mm white gold case embellished with diamonds and colorful sapphires. The rotating bezel is home to a group of five trapeze-cut gemstones (pink sapphire, light blue sapphire, diamond, purple sapphire, and dark blue sapphires) repeated eight times in sequence and accompanied by a triangular diamond at 12 o’clock. The case is also set with 46 brilliant-cut diamonds, spanning from the lugs to the crown guard.

According to Rolex, the watch was inspired by the aurora borealis and the glow of dawn, yet collectors have nicknamed it the Yacht-Master “Cotton Candy.” Similar to the other examples we’ve laid out there, Rolex offers the Yacht-Master 40 ref. 126679 SABR with either a black dial or a full diamond paved dial. 

The Appeal of Gem-Set Rolex Yacht-Master Watches

Whether or not these gem-set Rolex Yacht-Master watches are to your taste, what remains true is their value and collectibility in the market. Rolex produces these types of high-jewelry sports watches in very low quantities, which in turn makes them even more appealing to Rolex collectors. 

Other secret gem-set Rolex watches include Daytona, Submariner, and GMT-Master models that glisten with diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. Would you ever wear Rolex sports watches with precious gems? Sound off in the comments below.

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