Being out at sea is not an acceptable excuse for not wearing a watch, especially when you have watch giants like Rolex release a collection specifically made for sailors like you. And they’re not what you would expect from a dilettante—in fact, Rolex just knows the intricacies that goes into the life of those meant to live with the high seas, and its aptly named Yacht-Master is proof. The second in the series is distinct and special because rather than just blending nautical aesthetics with function, it is also a showcase of topnotch Rolex technology. Its main attraction is a regatta chronograph especially made for yachting competitions.
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Jomashop
US$17,295.00
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Ebay
US$14,900.00 – Pre-owned
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Amazon
US$15,995.00
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Release date: 2010
Price: US$25,150.00
Although officially launched in 2010, the Yacht-Master II was first unveiled in 2007. It was meant to follow the success of the original Yacht-Master, but this time catering to a more specific audience. At the time of its introduction, it was the only existing chronograph that came with a programmable countdown timer.
Specifications
- Movement: regatta chronograph mechanical, Perpetual, self-winding
- Precision: -2/+2 sec/day, after casing
- Caliber: 4161, Manufacture Rolex
- Oscillator: Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring
- Power reserve: Approximately 72 hours
- Winding: Bidirectional self-winding via Perpetual rotor
- Case: Oyster, 44 mm, Oystersteel
- Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
- Water resistance: Waterproof to 100 meters / 330 feet
Pros
For starters, the Yacht-Master II is a highly specialized timepiece. It features the Rolex 4161 movement, with the complication coming with a programmable timer made for regattas that can count down to ten minutes. Because of its complexity, the movement was created for almost four years, and is made with 360 components. Even adding to the powerhouse are the 72-hour power reserve and a water resistance of up to 100 meters. The case it comes in is an engineering marvel—the Oystersteel can resist corrosion and maintains its beauty even when exposed to the harshest of elements.
Cons
The Yacht-Master II is not a watch everyone would appreciate. It is especially made for a niche market and only a few will make the most of its programmable timer, which can also take some time to learn how to use. It is also a large watch by most standards, and if that isn’t already off-putting, it is also a loud timepiece in the sense that the design just pops out of the dial. Your mileage may vary, but when it boils down to it, the Yacht-Master II is big and proud, and there’s little you can do if you want to be discreet other than taking it off.
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