Yacht-Master 42, 226658, Yellow Gold, 2022

Product Description

The Rolex Yacht-Master 226658 is one of those watches that takes luxury sports watches to another level. It’s got all the rugged, nautical spirit of the Yacht-Master lineup, but with an ultra-premium twist—18k yellow gold and Rolex’s signature Oysterflex bracelet. Luxury meets adventure in the best way possible—whether you’re actually at sea or just want to look like you could be.

At 42mm, the case has serious presence, but thanks to the curved lugs and slim profile, it still wears effortlessly. The solid yellow gold construction adds a warmth that contrasts perfectly with the matte black Cerachrom bezel, which rotates bidirectionally for timing purposes. The mix of polished and sandblasted finishes on the bezel keeps things stealthy yet refined—exactly what you want in a modern Rolex sports watch.  

Then there’s the dial. Clean, bold, and built for legibility, the matte black background makes the gold hour markers and Mercedes hands stand out, all filled with Chromalight lume for a long-lasting glow in low light. And of course, there’s the signature date window at 3 o’clock, complete with the Cyclops lens for that unmistakable Rolex touch.  

Powering it all is the in-house Caliber 3235, a rock-solid movement with a 70-hour power reserve and Rolex’s latest tech for precision and durability. Paired with the Oysterflex bracelet—essentially a supercharged rubber strap with an internal metal blade for durability—it’s one of the most comfortable Rolex watches out there.  

Our 2022, 226658, is supplied in very good condition and presented as a full set with 2022 dated warranty card, booklets, both tags, and original Rolex box. This model further benefits from Rolex's international warranty until 2027.