Where the Submariner is built around pure dive-watch utility, the Rolex Yacht-Master offers a more refined take on the Rolex sports watch. It combines rotating bezels and robust Oyster cases with polished centre links, platinum or gold detailing and, on some models, the comfort of an Oysterflex strap. Every pre-owned Yacht-Master in this collection has been carefully authenticated and selected for its quality, condition and long-term appeal.
The Rolex Yacht-Master occupies a distinctive position within the Rolex sports line-up, combining the functionality of a professional tool watch with a more refined overall design. It retains the practical elements you would expect from a watch with nautical roots, including a rotating bezel, Oyster case and dependable water resistance, but introduces a softer, more luxurious feel.
Platinum bezel inserts, Everose and white gold options, polished centre links and Oysterflex straps give the Yacht-Master a character that sets it apart from more utilitarian dive watches. This balance allows it to transition easily between time spent on the water and everyday wear.
Pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master prices vary depending on the reference, metal type, condition and production year of the watch. On the UK secondary market, Rolex Yacht-Master prices typically start at around £7,000 for older steel-and-platinum references and rise to £22,000 or more for full precious-metal configurations.
There can be significant variation within each material tier, with reference generation, condition and specification all playing an important role in how a watch is priced.
| Configuration | Pre-Owned Price Range |
|---|---|
| Steel with Platinum Bezel (ref. 16622, 116622, 126622) | From around £7,750 |
| Rolesor / Steel & Gold (ref. 116621, 126621) | From around £12,000 |
| Precious Metal (ref. 126655, 226659) | From around £22,000 |
Steel with platinum bezel Yacht-Masters represent the most accessible entry point into the collection and cover three generations of the 40mm reference. The ref. 16622, produced from 1999 to 2012, is typically the most affordable, with pre-owned examples starting from around £7,750.
The mid-generation ref. 116622 introduced Chromalight lume and a revised movement, while the current ref. 126622 brought the calibre 3235 and more contemporary finishing. Pre-owned examples across the 116622 and 126622 generations generally start from around £9,500.
Rolesor Yacht-Masters combine Oystersteel with Everose or yellow gold on the bezel, crown and centre bracelet links, offering a warmer and more distinctive look than the steel-and-platinum versions without moving into full precious-metal territory.
The current ref. 126621 in steel and Everose gold is the most widely available Rolesor configuration on the pre-owned market, with examples starting from around £12,000. Earlier references such as the 16623 in steel and yellow gold can often be found at a slightly lower price point.
Precious metal Yacht-Masters represent the premium tier of the collection. The ref. 126655 in Everose gold with Oysterflex strap is among the most recognisable current-generation configurations, with pre-owned examples starting from around £23,950.
The ref. 226659, a 42mm white gold model on Oysterflex, is the largest and most recent addition to the range and typically trades from around £22,000 on the UK pre-owned market. These references reflect the Yacht-Master at its most refined.
Like many Rolex sports models, the Yacht-Master can be difficult to obtain at retail, particularly in current-generation steel and platinum configurations. The pre-owned market provides access to the full range of references and sizes, including older generations no longer in production, with no waiting lists and transparent, fixed pricing.
At Chronofinder, every Yacht-Master is authenticated by experienced specialists at our Hatton Garden showroom and available to purchase or source directly. Flexible finance options are also available if you’d prefer to spread the cost.
Metal type is the single biggest driver of price within the Yacht-Master collection. Within each material configuration, reference generation plays an important role, with current-generation references such as the 126622, 126621 and 126655 generally sitting above their predecessors.
Production year and condition also influence pricing, with well-preserved examples from later in any given reference’s production run typically commanding a premium. Dial configuration can also play a role, with certain colours attracting more demand than others.
As with all pre-owned Rolex watches, the presence of the original box and papers will generally increase the value of any Yacht-Master regardless of generation or material.
Chronofinder offers flexible finance options on pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master watches, subject to status. You can spread the cost over 12 months at 0% APR, or choose a longer term from 24 to 60 months at 11.9% APR Representative.
Finance is provided by Novuna Personal Finance, part of Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Chronofinder acts as a credit broker, not a lender. For full details on finance eligibility and terms, visit our Finance FAQs page.
If you would like to see how the Yacht-Master compares with other Rolex sports models, you may wish to explore our focused Yacht-Master 40 collection, the wider Rolex sports watches range, or the core Submariner collection to better understand differences in style, materials and wrist presence.
