Rolex 226659

Yacht-Master 42 · 42 mm · 18 ct white gold

The Rolex 226659 is the Yacht-Master 42 in 18 ct white gold, a 42 mm watch introduced around 2019 and still in the catalogue. It runs on calibre 3235 with about 70 hours of power reserve.

226659 specifications

CollectionYacht-Master
ModelYacht-Master 42
Case diameter42 mm
Case metal18 ct white gold
BezelMatte black Cerachrom ceramic, bidirectional
MovementCalibre 3235 (automatic)
Power reserveAbout 70 hours
Production2019 – present
Date displayYes

What "226659" means

  • 22665x: the Yacht-Master 42 generation this reference belongs to.
  • Last digit 9: 18 ct white gold.

What to check on a 226659 before you buy

  • The reference 226659 engraved between the lugs at 12 o'clock matches the warranty card exactly.
  • The case measures 42 mm and the metal is 18 ct white gold — weight and colour should match.
  • The bezel is: Matte black Cerachrom ceramic, bidirectional.
  • If the case is opened by a watchmaker, the movement is calibre 3235.
  • The serial is eight random characters (watches made from about 2010), engraved on the rehaut at 6 o'clock.
  • The date jumps cleanly at midnight and sits centred under a 2.5× cyclops lens.
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Check that this 226659 isn't stolen

A genuine 226659 can still be a stolen one. Search its serial number against stolen-watch reports before money changes hands, and keep the dated result with your purchase records.

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Frequently asked questions

When was the Rolex 226659 made?

The 226659 was introduced around 2019 and is still in production. Because watches from 2010 onward have random serials, the warranty card date is the practical guide to an individual watch's age.

What movement is in the Rolex 226659?

Calibre 3235, a Rolex automatic movement with about 70 hours of power reserve.

How can I check if a Rolex 226659 is stolen?

Ask the seller for the serial number (between the lugs at 6 o'clock or on the rehaut) and search it in our stolen-watch check before you pay. A clean result documents your due diligence; a match means walk away and report it.

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