About the Yacht-Master II
Introduced: 2007
The Rolex Yacht-Master II is a regatta chronograph designed specifically for professional sailors and yacht racing enthusiasts. Introduced in 2007, it features a programmable countdown timer with mechanical memory and on-the-fly synchronization capabilities, making it an essential instrument for race starts.
The watch's defining feature is the Ring Command bezel, which works in conjunction with the movement to set and synchronize the countdown. This innovative interface allows the wearer to program countdown times from 1 to 10 minutes and adjust the timer during the countdown sequence. The Yacht-Master II was discontinued in 2024 after 17 years of production.
Notable features
Core Features:
- Programmable regatta countdown timer (1-10 minutes)
- Ring Command bezel for timer programming
- Flyback function for on-the-fly resynchronization
- Caliber 4161 regatta chronograph movement
- 100m water resistance
Evolution Highlights:
- 2007: Yacht-Master II introduced in 18K gold variants
- 2011: Two-tone Steel/Everose Gold option (Ref. 116681)
- 2013: First steel model (Ref. 116680) with ceramic bezel
- 2017: Updated movement and refined aesthetics
- 2024: Collection discontinued
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