Rolex Yacht-Master
Rolex Yacht-Master
- First made
- 1992
- Movements
- Calibre 3235 · 3135 · 2236 · 2235
- References we see
- 126622, 116622, 16622, 126655 and more
Steel and platinum, Everose gold on Oysterflex or the Yacht-Master 42: tell us about yours and we’ll email and text you a price.
The Yacht-Master was introduced in 1992 as the reference 16628 in 18 carat yellow gold. Inspired by the Submariner, it has a two-way rotating bezel and a slimmer case, and every Yacht-Master is water-resistant to 100 metres with a Triplock crown.
Yacht-Master references we buy
Choose your reference to start the form with it filled in. Not listed? Use the form and type it in.
The Rolex Yacht-Master
Smaller 35mm and ladies’ sizes followed in 1994, and in 1997 the steel and platinum version, with a platinum bezel and dial. The Everose Yacht-Master of 2015 was the first Rolex on the Oysterflex bracelet, the 42mm white gold model followed in 2019, and a titanium version in 2023.
What we look at
Size
29mm, 35mm, 37mm, 40mm or 42mm. The reference tells us which.
Metal
Steel and platinum, Rolesor, Everose, yellow or white gold, or titanium.
Bracelet
Oyster bracelet or Oysterflex. Tell us about its condition and any spare links.
Box, papers and extras
The warranty card, box, spare links and service papers all add to the price.

Sell My Rolex Yacht-Master - Fill Out The Form For A Fast Valuation
Tell us as much or as little as you like. We’ll email and text you a price.
- Price by email and textValid for 7 days
- Fully insured postageOr Devon drop-off
- Paid within 48 hoursOf the final inspection
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Selling a Rolex Yacht-Master
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Which Yacht-Master references do you buy?
All of them, including the 16628, 16622, 116622, 126622, 168623, the Everose 126655 and 268655, and the Yacht-Master 42.
Do you buy the Yacht-Master II too?
Yes. The Yacht-Master II is a different watch, a regatta chronograph, and has its own page.
Where is the reference number on my Yacht-Master?
Engraved between the lugs at 12 o’clock (you’ll need the bracelet off to see it), and printed on the warranty card or papers. If you can’t find it, add photos and we’ll work it out.
Prefer to talk it through?
Send the form first, then call us free with any questions.