Notes: The Rolex Yacht-Master II is a stunning engineering feat that took over 35,000 hours of development to create. The Yacht Master II introduces a new regatta chronograph programmable countdown, designed specifically to meet the needs of professional sailors. The watch is equipped with the Calibre 4161, a self-winding mechanical regatta chronograph movement developed and manufactured solely by Rolex. A complex piece requiring 360 components, each aspect of the watch requires new and cutting edge technology for manufacturing. Paired with the Oyster bracelet, the Rolex Yacht Master II is available in yellow gold, white gold, and stainless steel. In the Yacht-Master II, Rolex has combined its iconic design with impeccable technology to create a strikingly unique piece fit for any serious collection.

Mechanism: The Yacht-Master II is equipped with calibre 4161, a self-winding mechanical chronograph movement entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. Its architecture, manufacturing quality and innovative features make it singularly precise and reliable. This abundance of Rolex technology, the result of over 35,000 hours of development, includes a patented function and comprises some 360 components. Some of them are made by UV-LiGA, a micromanufacturing technology entirely mastered in-house by Rolex. This technology allows the production of components whose tiny proportions or complex geometry rule out manufacturing by traditional machining methods.

Family Notes: The Rolex Yacht-master is the ultimate watch for those who live for a life on the open seas. Originally developed by Rolex to meet the unique needs of yacht enthusiasts around the world, the Rolex Yachtmaster was quickly adopted by the community. Today, the Rolex Yachtmaster 2 is the favorite for adventurers around the world looking for a timepiece that is precise, durable, and on the cutting-edge. The Yachtmaster Rolex's feature set includes a ruggedly handsome waterproof case, self-winding technology, rotating bezel, and classically designed dial. When seeking this timeless watch for your Rolex collection, the Rolex Yacht-master price largely depends on its degree of rarity, year made, and feature set. The Rolex Yachtmaster is available in a number of dial color and bracelet type combinations.

From 2007 through 2012, the Yacht-Master II used the 4160 movement. From 2013 on, the watches use the 4161 movement.