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Rolex Yacht-MastervsRolex Datejust

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Yacht-Master
RolexYacht-Master
MSRP $12,500
Datejust
RolexDatejust
MSRP $9,350
What people say

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Rolex Yacht-Master

The Rolex Yacht-Master is praised for its elegant and classy appearance, offering a better wearing experience and a more contoured fit to the wrist compared to some other Rolex sports models, with some owners finding its rhodium dial beautiful and preferring its smoother case lines and lug curvature. Owners consider the 37mm size a great summer watch with a comfortable, flat profile, though some find it too small for a man's wrist. The polished surfaces are noted to scratch easily, and the platinum bezel can tarnish over time, with some finding the dial aperture too small and the watch top-heavy. On balance, owners rate the Rolex Yacht-Master highly for its elegant design and comfortable wearability, though its susceptibility to scratches and polarizing size are noted trade-offs.

Rolex Datejust

Owners widely praise the Rolex Datejust for its versatility, robust elegance, and timeless design, with many appreciating its ability to transition seamlessly from casual to formal settings. Reviewers highlight its historical significance as a pioneer of the automatically changing date window and its innovative Oyster waterproof case. Some owners find the Jubilee bracelet exceptionally comfortable, and the aesthetic variety of configurations, particularly two-tone variants with champagne or black dials, is frequently admired. The 36mm size is often favored for its classic proportions and comfortable wearability. Some owners note that the polished surfaces and smooth bezel can be scratch magnets, and servicing is described as costly. While highly desirable, certain configurations like the fluted bezel with mint or blue dials on a Jubilee bracelet are difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, with wait times reported up to six months.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Yacht-Master37mm
Datejust31mm
Power Reserve
Yacht-Master55h
Datejust55h
Water Resistance
Yacht-Master100m
Datejust100m
MSRP
Yacht-Master$12,500
Datejust$9,350

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Sport
Dress
Diameter
37mm
31mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Rolesium
White Rolesor
Finish
Everose Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and Everose gold
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Light Green
Lume
None
Chromalight

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$12,500
$9,350
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