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Written by Boris Djuricic on February 14, 2012 in Rolex Watches, Rolex Yacht-Master II - 5 Comments

Creating the first watch to feature the programmable countdown with the mechanical memory, Rolex made one of the biggest breakthroughs in its amazing history.  The Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II is a revolutionary regatta chronograph, with the top end functionality that even overshadowed the brand’s striking sport luxury.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Baselworld 2011 WatchThis hi-tech timepiece is a big step forward from the original Yacht-Master that was presented in 1992, more as a prestigious time-telling device, than as a special, advanced tool for professional skippers. A slight change of the name and a huge innovation inside the case have made the new Rolex yachting watch extremely popular.

The most striking feature on the Yacht-Master II is the rotating Ring Command bezel which starts and locks the countdown programming for the start of a regatta, by the permanent interaction with the mechanism. This very useful tool provides the best synchronization between the chronograph and the official yacht race countdown.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II WatchThis is possible thanks to the new Caliber 4160 self-winding movement, with the mechanical programmable countdown function. Completely crafted by Rolex, this superb mechanism can be programmed (and easily modified) to countdown time, 10 minutes or less, before the start.

The system is conducted by a column wheel and a vertical clutch, which are, along with the blue PARACHROM hairspring, the main qualities of the latest Rolex mechanisms. Inside the extremely tough Oyster case, they guarantee high precision, reliability and stability. The Caliber 4160 contains 360 components, oscillates 28,800 times per hour and has a power reserve of 72 hours.

Three variations

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II has a large, masculine case, with the diameter of 44 mm. This uncharacteristic size for Rolex family allows the easy use of hi-tech features and great readability, providing a clear view at the countdown counter and the small second sub-dial.

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II WatchThere are three variations of this regatta timepiece. The first one (116688) is made of yellow gold and features the special Cerachrom bezel, covered with the scratch and corrosion proof, non-fading ceramic disk. The 116689 model is crafted in white gold and possesses a one-piece platinum bezel, with raised numerals. The newest Yacht-Master II for men, presented at Baselworld 2011, is the first Oyster Professional timepiece which comes in Everose Rolesor – a combination of the 904L steel superalloy and Everose gold (exclusive 18 kt pink gold alloy, patented by Rolex).

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II WatchRolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II WatchEach variation features the Oyster bracelet, with the Oysterlock clasp and the Easylink extension. Yacht-Masters are water  resistant up to 100 meters (300 feet).

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Baselworld  2011 Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Baselworld  2011 Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watch
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watch

116681

Ref. No. 116681

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watches 116681
GenderMen
ShapeRound
Case MaterialStainless steel and everose gold
Case Size44 mm
Case Thickness14 mm
CrystalSapphire
Bracelet/StrapStainless steel and everose gold
DialWhite
MovementCaliber 4160 self-winding
Shock-ProofingNo
BezelBidirectional
CalendarNo
ChronographNo
Moon Phase IndicatorNo
Dual Time/World TimeNo
AlarmNo
DisplayAnalog
Water-Resistance100 meters (330 feet)
Altimeter-Depth MeterNo
Power Reserve72 hours
AssemblySwiss
Style
PriceSuper luxury watch
116688

Ref. No. 116688

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watches 116688
GenderMen
ShapeRound
Case MaterialYellow gold
Case Size44 mm
Case Thickness14 mm
CrystalSapphire
Bracelet/StrapYellow gold
DialWhite
MovementCaliber 4160 self-winding
Shock-ProofingNo
BezelBidirectional
CalendarNo
ChronographNo
Moon Phase IndicatorNo
Dual Time/World TimeNo
AlarmNo
DisplayAnalog
Water-Resistance100 meters (330 feet)
Altimeter-Depth MeterNo
Power Reserve72 hours
AssemblySwiss
Style
PriceSuper luxury watch
116689

Ref. No. 116689

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II Watches 116689
GenderMen
ShapeRound
Case MaterialWhite gold
Case Size44 mm
Case Thickness14 mm
CrystalSapphire
Bracelet/StrapWhite gold
DialWhite
MovementCaliber 4160 self-winding
Shock-ProofingNo
BezelBidirectional
CalendarNo
ChronographNo
Moon Phase IndicatorNo
Dual Time/World TimeNo
AlarmNo
DisplayAnalog
Water-Resistance100 meters (330 feet)
Altimeter-Depth MeterNo
Power Reserve72 hours
AssemblySwiss
Style
PriceSuper luxury watch
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Written by Boris Djuricic on February 14, 2012 in Rolex Watches, Rolex Yacht-Master II - 5 Comments

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  1. Danny Frost March 5, 2012

    I like this new Oyster Perpetual Yacht – Master II. It looks very stylish and very elegant. The model 116688 with yellow gold is the best from this collection. It has an excellent contrast with a blue bezel. Blue and yellow colors look very good. That is a winning combination.

  2. Dale Middlton March 5, 2012

    Rolex watches have always been designed for refined gentlemen, which is still the case. This model has everything that a Rolex can offer, plus it has something that its predecessors and watches from other collections don’t have – a modern and sporty design, which will attract a younger population to buy this extraordinary watch.

  3. Luis Spears March 5, 2012

    I agree with your comment, Dale. Rolex is, for younger population, very old-fashioned and somehow a bit tedious watch. But this watch has an interesting design and modern features and that is the best trump of this watch. A nice job from Rolex manufactures. I hope that there will be a lot of this kind of watches in the future.

  4. Rajesh Shah October 28, 2012

    Pl give me the best price of Yacht-MasterII and if you can tell me what is the meaning of 0 to 10 inside the watch ?

    Pl reply at the earliest.

    Regards,

    Rajesh Shah
    (M) 98207 44702

  5. Boris Djuricic October 28, 2012

    Hi, for the best price, you should check out websites which are specialized in sale. Regarding the second question, you have all information in the text above. Briefly, it is a display for the countdown function.

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