RL Yacht-Master II 44 mm – 18K Yellow Gold, Ref. 116688-0002

The RL Yacht-Master II Ref. 116688-0002 is a luxurious 44 mm regatta chronograph, engineered for professional sailors and discerning collectors alike. Crafted entirely from 18K yellow gold and featuring a vibrant blue Cerachrom bezel, it blends high-performance functionality with RL’s signature elegance.

At the heart is the in-house RL Caliber 4161, an automatic chronograph movement with programmable countdown (1–10 minutes), flyback functionality, and synchronization on-the-fly—making it a unique tool for competitive yachting. The white dial with Chromalight luminescent markers and gold hands ensures legibility, while the Oyster bracelet provides both comfort and prestige.

✅ Key Specifications

• Reference: 116688-0002

• Collection: Yacht-Master II

• Gender: Men’s

• Origin: Switzerland

• Case Diameter: 44 mm

• Case Material: 18K yellow gold

• Bezel: Bidirectional rotatable Ring Command in blue Cerachrom ceramic with regatta scale

• Dial: White with Chromalight luminous markers, yellow gold hands

• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire

• Bracelet: Oyster bracelet in yellow gold with Oysterlock clasp and Easylink extension

• Water Resistance: 100 m / 330 ft

• Movement: RL Caliber 4161, automatic, in-house

• Power Reserve: ~72 hours

• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, small seconds, programmable regatta chronograph with mechanical countdown, flyback, synchronization on-the-fly

• Certification: COSC Superlative Chronometer

Highlight

A technical masterpiece, the Yacht-Master II Ref. 116688-0002 is the only RL watch with a programmable regatta countdown. Its robust yellow-gold construction and functional blue ceramic bezel create an unmistakable presence on the wrist, making it perfect for professional use or sophisticated occasions.