RolexYacht-Master

The Yacht-Master was introduced in 1992 as a more opulent and upscale alternative to the Submariner. It’s characterised by a case more rounded and fluid than the slab-sided shape of other Rolex sports watches. In 1999, Rolex launched the reference 16622 as we see here. The case is 40mm in diameter and features a bi-directional rotating bezel made from platinum that is media blasted with raised and polished markers.

Also fashioned from platinum is the dial, which has applied numerals and hands in 18K white gold and a red seconds hand and script to add a hint of colour to the monochromatic look. Attached to the case is an Oyster bracelet with polished centre links and a fold-over safety clasp. Housed underneath the screw-down caseback is the tried and tested calibre 3135, which has a 48-hour power reserve and is COSC-certified.

This F serial example, which dates production between 2004 and 2005, is presented in excellent, unworn condition, with a factory protective sticker on the caseback. Also included in the sale are the box, “punch paper” guarantee, calendar card, and manual.

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