Unbox the trailblazing Rolex Yacht-Master 42 ref. 226659 with us on the latest edition of What’s in the Box. Shop: www.bobswatches.com
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Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Ref. 226659
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Rolex released ref. 226659 during BaselWorld 2019. At the time, it was the first Yacht-Master 42 and the first Yacht-Master cased in solid white gold.
Interestingly, the watch is only available on Rolex’s proprietary Oysterflex rubber strap instead of a matching white gold bracelet. By that logic, it is also the only model in the regatta series to sport a white gold case and an Oysterflex strap.
Many collectors have come to adore this edition of the Yacht-Master because it resembles a traditional stainless steel sports watch but with the high luxury of solid white gold.
CASE
Rolex produces the 18k white gold used for ref. 226659 in-house to ensure the highest quality on the market. Even though it is inherently luxurious, the white gold Oyster case is also incredibly durable. It offers resistance to depths of up to 100 meters via a Triplock screw-down crown-perfect for a quick dip in the pool or the ocean.
The case is also outfitted with a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and is currently the largest option within the original Yacht-Master series at 42mm in diameter.
BEZEL
The bezel is a signature feature of the Yacht-Master, which is commonly presented in precious metal and with a sand-blasted and polished finish.
Ref. 226659 follows suit but in sporty black ceramic instead of gold or platinum. The bezel is presented in matte, sand-blasted “Cerachrom” and features raised and polished 60-minute graduations.
Additionally, the bezel rotates bi-directionally, making it easy for the wearer to time various events on land or at sea.
DIAL
Like the rest of the Rolex professional series, optimal functionality is key for the Yacht-Master. It sports a modern “Maxi” dial with larger hour markers and hands filled with long-lasting Chromalight. The material is exclusive to Rolex and is widely celebrated in many watch-collecting circles for its minty blue glow in dark environments.
BRACELET
Rolex’s patented Oysterflex is more than merely a simple rubber strap. It connects to the case with a titanium and nickel blade encased in high-performance black elastomer. Rolex has designed the underside of the strap to sit perfectly on the wrist via a smart longitudinal cushion system and has secured the strap with the trusty Oysterlock safety clasp.
MOVEMENT
As a current-production time-and-date Rolex, ref. 226659 also features the innovative caliber 3235 Perpetual movement. The successor to the long-running caliber 3135, this movement boasts a Paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring, high-performance Paraflex shock absorbers, and a more efficient Chronergy escapement.
Collectors will also enjoy the convenience of a longer 70-hour power reserve.
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12 сен 2024
