Pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master: UK prices and what to check
The Yacht-Master is a sailing-themed sports watch with a raised two-way bezel. Buying one pre-owned in the UK is safest through Rolex Certified Pre-Owned at an authorised dealer, or a marketplace with escrow and authentication; below are the references, what to check on this model, and where to look.
Updated 6 Nov 2026. Watches aren't investments; prices fall as well as rise.
New vs pre-owned
Rolex doesn't publish UK prices online; ask an authorised dealer.
UK pre-owned price index coming soon.
References
| Ref | Made | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 126622 | 2019– | 40mm, steel with a platinum bezel |
| 116622 | 2012–2019 | 40mm, steel with a platinum bezel |
| 226659 | 2019– | 42mm, white gold, rubber Oysterflex strap |
Why people buy it
The Yacht-Master is a sailing-themed sports watch with a raised two-way bezel. It is usually easier to buy than the Submariner and has a dressier, more polished look.
What to check on a pre-owned Yacht-Master
- Bezel: on the steel 126622 and 116622 the bezel is platinum with raised numerals. Check for dents and that it turns both ways.
- Oysterflex strap: on gold models the rubber strap can crack with age; a replacement from Rolex is not cheap.
- Dial: slate, blue and other dials; check it matches the papers.
- Case: polished surfaces show wear; check lugs from the side.
- Papers and serial: the serial on the papers should match the watch.
- Service history: ask when it was last serviced and by whom.
More on buying safely: our pre-owned guide.
Where to buy
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Questions
How much is a pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master in the UK?
It depends on the reference, condition, and whether it has its box and papers. We're building a UK pre-owned price index from authenticated listings; until then, compare like-for-like listings on Chrono24 and eBay's Authenticity Guarantee.
Is it safe to buy a Rolex Yacht-Master pre-owned?
It can be, if you buy from an authorised pre-owned programme, an established dealer, or a marketplace that holds your money in escrow and authenticates the watch. Check the serial against the papers, ask for service history, and never pay a stranger by bank transfer.
What should I check before buying a used Yacht-Master?
Bezel: on the steel 126622 and 116622 the bezel is platinum with raised numerals. Check for dents and that it turns both ways. Oysterflex strap: on gold models the rubber strap can crack with age; a replacement from Rolex is not cheap. Dial: slate, blue and other dials; check it matches the papers.
Does a pre-owned Rolex Yacht-Master hold its value?
Some models have sold above their new price for long spells, but watches aren't investments: prices fall as well as rise. Buy one because you want to wear it.
What is Rolex Certified Pre-Owned?
Rolex's own pre-owned programme: second-hand Rolex watches checked by an authorised dealer under Rolex's rules and sold with a Rolex guarantee. In the UK, authorised dealers including Goldsmiths and Mappin & Webb sell them. They cost more than a typical private sale, but you know what you're getting.