Of all other Rolex’s classic sports timepieces, the Yacht-Master II isn’t only available in a vast array of case metals and sizes but are also teamed with multiple bracelet styles and bezel materials. The nautical-inspired Rolex Yacht Master II continues to be one of the most prominent models from the brand.
How Is Rolex Yacht-Master II Different From The Original Rolex Yacht-Master?
Unlike Rolex Yacht-Master which was an opulent replica of Rolex’s distinguished sports watches, the Rolex Yacht-Master II was solely designed for the timing out regattas in competition-driven sailing. To explain it in simple words, your wear Yacht-Master when you are lounging on a boat. As for Yacht-Master II, you wear them when you are racing on a boat.
The Features That Make Rolex Yacht-Master One Of Its Kind
Case Size: 44mm
Material Options: 18K White Gold, 18K Yellow Gold, Everose Rolesor, and Stainless Steel.
- Functions: The Rolex Yacht-Master II features time with running seconds and comes with an adjustable countdown timer along with a mechanical memory.
- Bezel: Ring Command Bezel
- Water Resistance: 100 meters/ 330 feet
- Strap/Bracelet: Oyster Bracelet
- Pre-Owned Yacht-Master Vs. New Yacht-Master II
The main difference between the Rolex Yacht-Master II and Rolex Yacht-Master is the price range. You might have to pay a premium for the retail model. However, you might get the same watch at a lower price if you buy from a secondary market. The price of the pre-owned Yacht-Master II will also doffer based on different conditions like the alloy, the year of production, and more.
Rolex Yacht-Master Ii Materials
The Yacht-Master II model has replaced the yellow-gold version of the original Yacht-Master with Everose and 18k white gold. However, the only white gold model is the 42mm version.
Rolex Yacht-Master Sizes
The Rolex brand has designed the luxurious timepiece in a vast assortment of sizes to make sure that the Yacht-Master owned by different people suits their wrist. Some of the sizes that you get for Yacht-Master II are:
- 37mm
- 40mm
- 42mm
Rolex Yacht-Master Bezel
The material and looks of the bezel are based on the materials that are used for the making of the case. You can get various bezels in Rolex Yacht-Master that are composed of:
- Solid 950 platinum
- 18k gold with raised and polished numerals
You can also buy matte black Cerachrom ceramic bezels that feature raised numerals.
Rolex Yacht-Master Dial
The archetypal dial of the watch ensures it is readable. Apart from that, the Yacht-Master includes hands inspired from Mercedes style, hour markets filled with lume followed by a date window over the 3 ‘o clock.
The Rolex Yacht-Master II is an amazing investment for various collectors who collect the same for different reasons. For histories and decades, these watches have upheld great values, thanks to their sportiness and distinctive style.
