When did Rolex discontinue 16622?

When did Rolex discontinue 16622?

2012
In 2012, Rolex replaced Yacht-Master ref. 16622 with the Yacht-Master ref. 116622, which features an upgraded clasp with the Eaasylink extension system and the blue Chromalight lume instead of the green lume.

Is Rolex Yacht-Master worth it?

Yes. The Rolex Yacht-Master is a good investment for collectors for two main reasons. For one, these watches have historically held great value because of their uniqueness and sportiness; however, at the present time, they remain somewhat undervalued compared to their siblings in the Rolex catalog.

What is the difference between Rolex 16622 and 116622?

The difference between the 116622 and 16622 is mainly the bracelet, as the later models come with a more solid clasp.

What is the point of Yacht-Master?

Getting back to the Yacht-Master’s status as a sports watch as well as a boating watch, the bezel’s primary function is to measure amounts of time while at sea, as well as sync with race start times during a regatta.

What is the Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 made of?

Rolex’s own definition for the use of stainless steel and platinum. The bezel of the Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 is made of platinum. Additionally, this 16622 has a dial made of platinum as well. Platinum adds a bit to the weight of the Yacht-Master 16622. And is considerably heavier than a steel GMT-Master or Submariner of that era.

When did the Rolex Yacht-Master come out?

The Yacht-Master is one of Rolex’s newer models in their line up, and was first introduced in 1992. However, it wasn’t until 1997 that Rolex debuted the Rolesium (Rolex’s term for a stainless steel and platinum finish) Yacht-Master, reference 16622.

What is a Rolex Rolesium Yacht-Master?

However, it wasn’t until 1997 that Rolex debuted the Rolesium (Rolex’s term for a stainless steel and platinum finish) Yacht-Master, reference 16622. It was the Rolesium configuration which really has caught the public’s attention, and risen sharply in popularity.

Do you have any regrets about selling your Rolex Yacht-Master 16622?

I don’t have many regrets in that regard, but selling my Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 back in 2009 is definitely one of them. I bought my Rolex Yacht-Master 16622 in 2007, a pre-owned model from 2004. In my collection were already a GMT-Master II, Sea-Dweller, and Datejust, so I thought the Yacht-Master would be something different.