226621
CurrentYacht-Master 40 Everose Rolesor
2023 — present
40mm two-tone Oystersteel & Everose gold, rhodium dial. Calibre 3235 (current generation).
Case: Everose Rolesor
The Rolex Yacht-Master debuted in 1992 as a nautical sports watch that blended the robustness of the Submariner with the elegance of the Datejust. Distinguished by its bi-directional rotatable bezel with raised polished numerals and markings — in contrast to the Submariner's unidirectional dive bezel — the Yacht-Master is designed for the world of sailing and the sea, without being a strict tool watch. The current lineup spans the Yacht-Master 40 (ref. 126621, 226621), Yacht-Master 37 (ref. 268621), and the flagship Yacht-Master 42 (ref. 226659) in white gold with an Oysterflex rubber bracelet. The Yacht-Master's most recognisable reference is the two-tone Rolesor combination in steel and Everose gold with a rhodium or pink Everose bezel — a look that bridges sports watch and dress watch effortlessly. The Oysterflex bracelet, introduced on Yacht-Master references in 2015, has proven enormously popular: a black elastomer strap on a metal blade structure that matches the comfort of rubber with the security of metal.
Key References
22662122665922665511662111665516622
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Authenticated
5,000+
Pieces Sold
25+
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Specifications
Yacht-Master Technical Specifications
| Movement | Calibre 3235 — automatic (Yacht-Master 40) · Calibre 3285 (Yacht-Master 42) — Superlative Chronometer |
|---|---|
| Power reserve | 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 metres |
| Case material | 904L Oystersteel · 18ct Everose Rolesor · 18ct Yellow Gold · 18ct White Gold · Titanium (RLX) |
| Case diameter | 37mm · 40mm · 42mm · 44mm (RLX titanium) |
| Thickness | 12.0mm (YM40) · 11.7mm (YM42) |
| Lug-to-lug | 47.4mm (YM40) · 49.0mm (YM42) |
| Weight | ~95g on Oysterflex (YM42 white gold) · ~155g on Oyster (YM40 steel) |
| Crystal | Sapphire with Cyclops |
| Bezel | Bidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated with raised numerals |
| Bracelet | Oyster · Oysterflex elastomer · Everose Rolesor |
Reference Guide
Yacht-Master References Explained
226659
CurrentYacht-Master 42 White Gold
2019 — present
42mm 18ct white gold on Oysterflex bracelet. The flagship Yacht-Master.
Case: 18ct White Gold
226658
CurrentYacht-Master 42 Yellow Gold
2022 — present
42mm 18ct yellow gold on Oysterflex bracelet, black dial.
Case: 18ct Yellow Gold
226627
CurrentYacht-Master 42 RLX Titanium
2023 — present
42mm RLX titanium (Rolex's grade 5 titanium alloy) — first titanium Rolex sports watch.
Case: RLX Titanium
268621
CurrentYacht-Master 37 Everose Rolesor
2015 — present
37mm two-tone Yacht-Master — the smallest current option.
Case: Everose Rolesor
116621
DiscontinuedYacht-Master 40 Everose Rolesor (previous gen)
2015 — 2023
Previous-gen 40mm Everose Rolesor with Calibre 3135. Strong value pre-owned.
Case: Everose Rolesor
116655
DiscontinuedYacht-Master 40 Everose Oysterflex
2015 — 2023
40mm 18ct Everose gold on Oysterflex with black ceramic bezel — first Rolex on Oysterflex.
Case: 18ct Everose Gold
Market Price
What does a Yacht-Master cost?
Current retail (226621 Everose Rolesor)
~$15,750
Pre-owned (low)
$13,500
Pre-owned (high)
$22,000
Recently observed
Two-tone Everose Rolesor 226621 trades $15,500–$18,500; titanium 226627 commands $14,500–$17,000 — surprisingly accessible for a brand-new release.
White gold 226659 on Oysterflex trades $32,000–$42,000; yellow gold 226658 similar. Discontinued 116655 Everose Oysterflex holds $30,000–$38,000.
History
Yacht-Master Through the Years
1992
Yacht-Master debuts — Rolex's first new sports model in over a decade.
1999
First Rolesium Yacht-Master in platinum and steel.
2007
Yacht-Master II launches — Rolex's regatta countdown chronograph (separate model line).
2015
Yacht-Master 40 in Everose with Oysterflex (116655) — first Oysterflex application.
2019
Yacht-Master 42 in white gold (226659) on Oysterflex.
2023
Yacht-Master 42 RLX titanium (226627) — Rolex's first titanium sports watch in production.
Buying Guide
How to buy a pre-owned Yacht-Master
01
Decide on size first: 37, 40, 42
Yacht-Master 37 suits smaller wrists or those who prefer subtle proportions. 40mm is the most versatile and most popular size. 42mm has serious presence and works best on 7"+ wrists. Try both 40 and 42 in person — the difference in wrist presence is significant.
02
Oysterflex versus Oyster bracelet
Oysterflex (rubber over titanium blade) is exceptional in warm weather and water environments — extremely comfortable. Oyster bracelet is more formal and traditional. For a watch worn in suits, Oyster wins; for active wear, Oysterflex is dominant.
03
Two-tone Everose offers most distinctive look
The Everose Rolesor 226621 with rhodium dial is one of the most distinctive watches in the Rolex catalogue — instantly recognisable. Trades within 10% of retail and offers the visual impact of precious metal at a more accessible price.
Sizing
Will the Yacht-Master fit your wrist?
Yacht-Master 40 (47.4mm lug-to-lug) fits wrists 6.5" and up comfortably. The 42mm with 49.0mm lug-to-lug needs a 7" wrist minimum. The Oysterflex bracelet wears noticeably lighter than Oyster — total weight on a 42mm white gold YM42 with Oysterflex is approximately 95g, comparable to a steel watch. The titanium RLX 226627 weighs approximately 75g — the lightest 42mm Rolex sports watch ever.
Compare
Yacht-Master vs. its siblings
vs. Submariner
Yacht-Master and Submariner share the Oyster case lineage but differ fundamentally: Submariner has a unidirectional dive bezel, 300m water resistance, and tool-watch DNA. Yacht-Master has a bidirectional 60-minute bezel for nautical timing and a refined sports-luxury aesthetic.
vs. Sea Dweller
Sea-Dweller is the deep-dive professional sibling at 1,220m water resistance. Yacht-Master is the recreational sports option at 100m with a focus on refinement rather than tool-watch capability.
vs. Datejust
Datejust and Yacht-Master 40 share dimensional similarities but differ in bezel (smooth/fluted vs raised numerals) and bracelet options (Jubilee/Oyster vs Oyster/Oysterflex). Yacht-Master is the more contemporary sports-luxury choice.
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