Over a century ago, in 1914, Rolex introduced the observatory-certified precision of the marine chronometer clock in the wristwatch, a technological breakthrough in watchmaking history. By 1926, it had invented the world’s first waterproof wristwatch, aptly named the Oyster, and in 1931, the first self-winding wristwatch with a free rotor called the Perpetual was introduced. These two crucial developments form the foundations of today’s Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master and Yacht-Master II, a regatta chronograph with an innovative mechanical countdown timer.
The new Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 continues to celebrate Rolex’s long-standing relationship with the world of yacht clubs and regattas.
SINGAPORE (May 13): Rolex’s affinity for sailing transcends the official 60 years of its involvement in the elite world of yachting.
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