Rolex Yacht-Master II
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The '''Rolex Yacht-Master II''' is a sport [[watch]] made by [[Rolex]]. |
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==First generation== |
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| ⚫ | The first generation was unveiled in 2007 and made available on March 2010 with the models 116688 (Yellow Gold) and 116689 (White Gold). One year later, in 2011, Rolex introduced the model 116681 which was made from [[steel]] and everose [[gold]].{{cite web|url=http://www.luxury-insider.com/luxury-news/2011/03/baselworld-2011-rolex-yachtmaster-ii|title=Baselworld 2011: Rolex Yacht-Master II|date=29 March 2011|publisher=}} At Baselworld 2013, the watch was available for the first time in [[SAE 904L stainless steel|904L]] steel, the model 116680, fitted with a Cerachrom bezel insert in blue ceramic.{{cite web|url=http://www.fratellowatches.com/baselworld-2013-stainless-steel-rolex-yacht-master-ii-reference-116680/|title=Baselworld 2013 - Stainless Steel Rolex Yacht-Master II Reference 116680|date=16 May 2013|publisher=}} Originally, the Yacht-Master II used Rolex's 4160 movement but with the introduction of the model 116680 in 2013, the movement was updated to the 4161 movement specifically designed for the Yacht-Master II.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=293048&page=2|title=New Yachtmaster II Stainless Steel - Page 2 - Rolex Forums - Rolex Watch Forum|website=www.rolexforums.com}} All Yacht-Master II watches have a case size of 44mm. |
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The Yacht-Master II was discontinued in April 2024.https://iflwatches.com/blogs/news/the-end-of-an-era-the-rolex-watches-discontinued-in-2024?srsltid=AfmBOoqYC_xK9k-VmZ7VRk3Fp1-Q9MOv4ZqNcNXGJLZjeo7EO-UoQAs9 |
The Yacht-Master II was discontinued in April 2024.https://iflwatches.com/blogs/news/the-end-of-an-era-the-rolex-watches-discontinued-in-2024?srsltid=AfmBOoqYC_xK9k-VmZ7VRk3Fp1-Q9MOv4ZqNcNXGJLZjeo7EO-UoQAs9 |
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== 4161 Movement == |
=== 4161 Movement === |
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The Rolex 4161 movement is a [[chronograph]] movement with the complication of a programmable [[timer]] that counts down ten minutes. The countdown mechanism was primarily designed for [[regatta]]s where the Starting sequence can last up to ten minutes, although this is extremely rare to see a deviation from a 5 minute starting sequence. Typically an inshore or coastal regatta starting sequence is 5 minutes, with a further 5 minute warning given; the previous starting sequence being the 5 minute warning for the upcoming starting sequence. The additional 5 minute warning is important as boats take time to maneuver and one's position on the starting line often yields significant tactical advantages during the first half of the race. The movement took 35,000 hours (nearly four years) to create and is made up from 360 parts.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolex.com|title=Discover more on Rolex.com|website=Rolex}} The movement also has a 72-hour [[power reserve]] for when the watch is inactive. |
The Rolex 4161 movement is a [[chronograph]] movement with the complication of a programmable [[timer]] that counts down ten minutes. The countdown mechanism was primarily designed for [[regatta]]s where the Starting sequence can last up to ten minutes, although this is extremely rare to see a deviation from a 5 minute starting sequence. Typically an inshore or coastal regatta starting sequence is 5 minutes, with a further 5 minute warning given; the previous starting sequence being the 5 minute warning for the upcoming starting sequence. The additional 5 minute warning is important as boats take time to maneuver and one's position on the starting line often yields significant tactical advantages during the first half of the race. The movement took 35,000 hours (nearly four years) to create and is made up from 360 parts.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolex.com|title=Discover more on Rolex.com|website=Rolex}} The movement also has a 72-hour [[power reserve]] for when the watch is inactive. |
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If the wearer has started the countdown either too early or too late, then the countdown can be synchronized. By pressing the start/stop button, located at the 2 o'clock position, and then pressing the [[reset button]], located at the 4 o'clock position, the minute countdown hand repositions itself to the nearest minute while the seconds countdown hand returns to 0.{{Cite web |url=http://www.watchtock.com/blog/rolex-yacht-master-4160/rolex_4160_movement/# |title=Rolex 4160 Movement |access-date=2014-05-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140522161316/http://www.watchtock.com/blog/rolex-yacht-master-4160/rolex_4160_movement/# |archive-date=2014-05-22 |url-status=dead }} |
If the wearer has started the countdown either too early or too late, then the countdown can be synchronized. By pressing the start/stop button, located at the 2 o'clock position, and then pressing the [[reset button]], located at the 4 o'clock position, the minute countdown hand repositions itself to the nearest minute while the seconds countdown hand returns to 0.{{Cite web |url=http://www.watchtock.com/blog/rolex-yacht-master-4160/rolex_4160_movement/# |title=Rolex 4160 Movement |access-date=2014-05-22 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140522161316/http://www.watchtock.com/blog/rolex-yacht-master-4160/rolex_4160_movement/# |archive-date=2014-05-22 |url-status=dead }} |
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== Design == |
=== Design === |
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All Yacht-Master II models, regardless of metal variants, have a case diameter of 44mm. The bezel has a blue Cerachrom insert apart from on the model 116689 which is exclusively platinum.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolex.com/watches/yacht-master-ii/m116689-0001.html|title=Rolex Yacht-Master Watch - Rolex Swiss Luxury Watches|website=Rolex}} All Yacht-Masters have a screwdown, Triplock crown and a sapphire crystal designed to be scratch-resistant. |
All Yacht-Master II models, regardless of metal variants, have a case diameter of 44mm. The bezel has a blue Cerachrom insert apart from on the model 116689 which is exclusively platinum.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolex.com/watches/yacht-master-ii/m116689-0001.html|title=Rolex Yacht-Master Watch - Rolex Swiss Luxury Watches|website=Rolex}} All Yacht-Masters have a screwdown, Triplock crown and a sapphire crystal designed to be scratch-resistant. |
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The bracelet on all models is an Oyster design with three-element links. The centre link is either polished or gold depending on the model. The clasp has a 5mm extension link built in.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolex.com/watches/yacht-master-ii/m116681-0001.html|title=Rolex Yacht-Master Watch - Rolex Swiss Luxury Watches|website=Rolex}} |
The bracelet on all models is an Oyster design with three-element links. The centre link is either polished or gold depending on the model. The clasp has a 5mm extension link built in.{{cite web|url=http://www.rolex.com/watches/yacht-master-ii/m116681-0001.html|title=Rolex Yacht-Master Watch - Rolex Swiss Luxury Watches|website=Rolex}} |
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==Second generation== |
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== References == |
== References == |
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