Encyclopedia / Rolex / Yacht-Master 40
No real new deal right now · checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:19 PM ET
$13,750 – $18,000 pre-owned street range
Ref. 126622 · 60 listings sampled (median ~$15,900)
No new deal: grey-market new prices were at or above retail, so pre-owned is the realistic way to save. Ranges are asking prices (middle 80% of the first results page), fixed-price listings only.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | new | Not stated | $15,999 | View | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $16,150 | View | Oct 20, 2026 |
| Watchfinder | pre-owned | Yes | $16,500 | View | Oct 20, 2026 |
| DavidSW | new | Not stated | $18,975 | View | Oct 20, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. 126622, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 20, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Rolex US retail | $13,200 (ref. M126622-0001) | rolex.com |
| New (grey) at Jomashop | $16,150 | Jomashop |
| Pre-owned (Chrono24 asks) | about $13,750 – $18,000 (median ~$15,900, 60 listings sampled) | Chrono24 |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| 126622 | Yacht-Master 40 Rhodium Dial Men's Watch | $13,200 |
Which one I'd pick
Retail vs street: Rolex lists 126622 at $13,200; the Chrono24 middle range was above that.
What to check before you buy
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (126622) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- Rolex Submariner: The Rolex diver. (41 mm Oystersteel, Calibre 3230 (no-date) / 3235 (date), retail $10,050 (124060); $11,350 (126610LN))
- Rolex GMT-Master II: Rolex's travel watch. (40 mm Oystersteel, Calibre 3285, retail $11,800 (126710BLNR-0003 and 126710GRNR-0004, Oyster bracelet))
- Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M: A cheaper sporty diver. (43.5 mm stainless steel, Calibre 8900, retail Discontinued ref.; current Planet Ocean models $8,600–$9,200 on Omega US)
History
The Yacht-Master was first introduced in 1992 as reference 16628 in 18-karat yellow gold.
Today's Yacht-Master 40 ref. 126622 combines an Oystersteel case and bracelet with a 950 platinum bezel and dial, and Rolex describes its bidirectional 60-minute bezel as made entirely from precious metal or fitted with Cerachrom.
Specifications
| Brand | Rolex |
|---|---|
| Model | Yacht-Master 40 |
| Key references | 126622 |
| Launch year | 1992 |
| Case | 40 mm Oystersteel and Platinum |
| Crystal | Scratch Resistant Sapphire |
| Caseback | Solid |
| Bezel | Bi-directional Rotating |
| Bezel material | 950 platinum |
| Dial | Rhodium |
| Strap/bracelet | Oystersteel Oyster |
| Functions | Date, Hour, Minute, Second, Chronometer |
| Movement | Rolex Calibre 3235, automatic |
| Power reserve | About 70 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $13,200 (m126622-0001, per Rolex) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- 40 mm Oystersteel and Platinum case
- Rolex Calibre 3235
- 100 m water resistance
FAQ
How much is the Rolex Yacht-Master 40?
Rolex retail is $13,200. Pre-owned asking prices on Chrono24 mostly ran $13,750 – $18,000 (median ~$15,900), checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:19 PM ET.
What movement does the Yacht-Master 40 use?
The 126622 checked here uses the Rolex Calibre 3235 (automatic) with about 70 hours of power reserve.
How big is the Yacht-Master 40?
40 mm Oystersteel and Platinum.
Is the Yacht-Master 40 water resistant?
Yes, it's rated to 100 m.
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