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Rolex's first "affordable" titanium watch: Yacht-Master 42 226627 Rolex is really the most "endurable" brand in the industry. When most other brands with the same price have already used the element of titanium case to the fullest, and even high-end sports watches are also made of titanium, Rolex is long gone. Late. This time, instead of leading the trend of the watch industry like the colorful lacquered stella dial, it chose to become the finale of the market - the Yacht-Master 42 with a titanium case, model 226627-0001, and the case is made of patented RLX titanium alloy Case, three-hand date function, diameter 42mm, equipped with 3235 self-winding movement, pure black dial with black Cerachrom word ring, titanium chain with 5mm link extension system.

ROLEX Yacht-Master 42 226627-0001 RLX titanium material / 3235 self-winding movement / hour, minute, second, date display / waterproof 100 meters / diameter 42mm.

The prototype of the titanium Yacht has been exposed as early as the end of 2020. According to the report of the authoritative platform Rolex Magazine, several crew members have worn the titanium Yacht-Master 42 in many international sailing grand prix sponsored by Rolex. Titanium No-Date Prototype, and it is matched with a nato strap-this is also something that Rolex has never used; even in an interview, the crew directly admitted that the watch on their hands was provided by Rolex.

Of course, as we all know, Rolex took the lead in adopting a titanium case at the end of 2022. Deepsea Challenge 126067, with a diameter of 50mm and a thickness of 23mm, has an amazing size and a considerable price; (However, the mass-produced real watch is equipped with a titanium chain belt and a date window). On the other hand, it is relatively accessible regardless of size and price.

You can say that it is Rolex's first "wearable" titanium watch, and it is relatively "affordable" in terms of pricing and watch size. Although Yacht used to be a less popular series than Sub or Daytona, Just wait for this time to create a wave of momentum and attract more watch fans.

In 1992, the Yacht-Master (Yacht-Master) series was launched, launching the first watch specially designed for navigators and sailing athletes. The cooperation between Rolex and the nautical industry and sailing events began in the 1950s, and the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master deeply embodies this long history of cooperation. This professional watch perfectly combines practicality and nautical style, whether it is on land or water, it is suitable for wearing. The Yacht-Master is easily recognizable because of its two-way rotating 60-minute graduated outer ring, which is made of high-tech ceramics made of precious metal or Cerachrom ceramic word circle.

The new Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 (Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42), is the first time this nautical watch is made of strong and lightweight RLX titanium, with an Oyster strap.

RLX titanium Oyster case

RLX titanium is grade 5 titanium selected by Rolex. Like all titanium alloys, it is light, strong and corrosion-resistant. In addition, RLX titanium can also be processed into a polished or frosted texture according to the different needs of the brand. At the same time, RLX titanium metal is not easy to process due to its strong mechanical strength, which requires a special process flow.

The 42mm Oyster case of the new Yacht-Master 42 is guaranteed water-resistant to 100 meters (330 feet), and the middle case is cast from a solid block of RLX titanium. Rolex watchmakers use brand-specific special tools to tighten the finely pitted bottom cover to seal the case, so only Rolex watchmakers can access the movement. The three-button lock winding crown is equipped with Rolex's triple waterproof system, which is firmly screwed to the case. Crown shoulders are integrated into the middle case to protect the winding crown. The mirror surface is made of anti-reflective sapphire crystal, which is not easy to scratch. There is a small window convex lens at 3 o'clock for easy reading of the calendar. The waterproof Oyster case of the watch gives the movement the best protection.

The new watch has the distinctive characteristics of the RLX titanium watch. Clear and obvious frosted textures can be seen on the middle case, the edges of the strap links and the sides of the buckle cover. The crown shoulders are satin-brushed to showcase the fine workmanship.

High-tech ceramic bi-directional rotating bezel

Rolex has repeatedly created a precedent in the development of ceramic technology. With its top technology, it has developed a one-piece ceramic outer ring and ceramic word ring. These materials are not only scratch-resistant, but also resistant to environmental influences. The high-tech ceramic word circle is made of special chemical substances, which are extremely difficult to corrode. After years of research and development, Rolex has developed a set of unique expertise and innovative equipment and production processes, so it can completely independently produce ceramic components.

The new Yacht-Master 42 is equipped with a two-way rotating outer ring with a 60-minute graduated circle in Cerachrom matt black ceramic. The three-dimensional marks and numerals are cast in ceramic and then polished. The first 15 minutes of the word circle are marked with a minute scale, which is convenient for accurate reading of the interval time. The outer ring tooth edge allows the wearer to easily grasp and rotate the outer ring.

3235 perpetual movement

The new Yacht-Master 42 is equipped with the 3235 movement, which was launched in 2015 and was completely developed and manufactured by Rolex, and was equipped in the Yacht-Master series in 2019. The 3235 movement is equipped with Rolex's patented nickel-phosphorus alloy Chronergy escapement system, which is not disturbed by high-intensity magnetic fields, and is equipped with a unique paramagnetic alloy blue Parachrom hairspring cast by Rolex. Even if the temperature changes, the hairspring is still very stable and has excellent shock resistance. performance. The hairspring is also equipped with a Rolex end ring to ensure that the movement can still operate regularly in any position. The balance wheel is equipped with the high-performance Paraflex cushioning device designed and patented by Rolex to improve the shock resistance of the movement. The rotor is equipped with improved ball bearings.

The 3235 movement is equipped with a perpetual automatic winding system, and the movement is wound by a perpetual oscillating weight. The structure of the barrel and the excellent efficiency of the escapement system make the power reserve of the 3235 movement about 70 hours.

Oyster bracelet and Oyster safety clasp

The new Yacht-Master 42 watch is made of RLX titanium and is paired with an Oyster strap. The three-link Oyster strap launched in the late 1930s is sturdy and reliable, and it is the strap that is most often used in the Oyster Perpetual series.

The Oyster strap of the new Yacht-Master 42 is equipped with a folding Oyster safety buckle to prevent the buckle from being accidentally opened; the buckle is also equipped with the easy-to-adjust link extension system developed by Rolex, and the wearer can easily extend the strap by about 5mm. The RLX titanium Oyster bracelet is also embedded with brand-designed and patented ceramic components, which is more flexible and durable.

Brand: ROLEX

Model: Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42

Model: 226627-0001

Table diameter: 42mm, lug width 21mm

Thickness: 11.60mm

Case: Oyster case (one-piece middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown), RLX titanium

Waterproof: 100 meters

Strap: Oyster, three-compartment solid links, RLX titanium, high-tech matte surface, embedded ceramic components, with folding Oyster safety clasp and easy-adjustment links (approximately 5mm)


Movement information

Model: Rolex 3235 movement

Functions: Central hours, minutes and seconds, quick-adjusting and jumping calendar, stop-seconds

Power reserve: about 70 hours

Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz)

Gems: 31