Rolex Yacht-MasterModel No: 116680

Without Everose gold in the case or bezel ring, the 116680 makes its case through function and contrast alone. A blue Cerachrom ceramic insert sits within the Ring Command bezel, its engraved numerals and inscription scratch-resistant and UV-stable across decades of wear. The 90° rotation that defines the Ring Command mechanism operates identically here: rotating the bezel interacts directly with Calibre 4161 to programme the regatta countdown, the only Rolex complication that uses the bezel as an operating input rather than a display surface. The 44mm 904L Oystersteel case carries a Triplock screw-down crown and water resistance to 100 metres.

White covers the dial, the clean base making the blue hands and blue lacquer small seconds counter at six o'clock immediately distinct. A red countdown hand crosses the white surface during the regatta sequence, its colour communicating urgency the dial's clean layout otherwise avoids. Luminescent hour markers and an outer minute track complete the layout for legibility in any light condition. Calibre 4161 drives the watch, Rolex's manufacture movement developed specifically for the regatta function and carrying 44 jewels at 28,800 vibrations per hour. COSC Superlative Chronometer certification confirms accuracy, and power reserve holds to approximately 72 hours. The mechanical countdown memory allows a pre-programmed sequence to be recalled at a single pusher press, the engineering suited for repeated starts across a regatta programme. The Oystersteel Oyster bracelet closes with an Oysterlock safety clasp and Easylink 5mm comfort extension, its brushed and polished surfaces consistent with the case throughout.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos. Please note all our transactions with sellers are conducted via registered banking channels, accompanied by a signed affidavit, banking proof, and PAN card. A specific affidavit stating the watch is not a stolen property and that all applicable duties have been paid is also obtained from the seller and is available for buyers in case of legal requirements. We strive to build trust through transparency and diligence, outlining our verification process and the inherent limitations. Our commitment to integrity shapes every transaction, prioritising your confidence while acknowledging the realities of the pre-owned watch market.