The 40 mm Rolex Yacht-Master in Everose gold is reference 126655: an 18 ct Everose gold case with a black dial, a black Cerachrom ceramic bezel and a rubber-style Oysterflex bracelet instead of a metal one. It is the current Everose Yacht-Master 40, which is why it is the version most people mean when they search for a rose gold Yacht-Master. Rolex also makes a smaller 37 mm Yacht-Master in Everose gold, reference 268655, which also comes on an Oysterflex bracelet. This guide explains the reference, its 116655 predecessor, and how it compares with the steel, titanium and white gold models. Bizak & Co. is a sourcing desk, so nothing here is a stock listing.
Last reviewed on October 28, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Specifications are taken from Rolex's reference 126655 page and should be checked against the manufacturer before you buy.
What is the Rolex Yacht-Master 126655?
The 126655 is the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 40 in Everose gold, Rolex's own rose gold alloy. It has a 40 mm case, a matte black dial with Chromalight markers, and a bidirectional rotatable 60-minute graduated bezel with a black Cerachrom insert. The bracelet is Oysterflex, and the clasp is an 18 ct Everose gold Oysterlock safety clasp with Rolex's Glidelock extension system. Rolex lists water resistance at 100 metres.
| Attribute | 126655 (Everose gold) |
|---|---|
| Case | 40 mm, 18 ct Everose gold |
| Bezel | Bidirectional, 60-minute graduated, black Cerachrom |
| Dial | Black, Chromalight display |
| Bracelet | Oysterflex with Oysterlock clasp and Glidelock extension |
| Movement | Caliber 3235, automatic, roughly 70 hours of power reserve |
| Water resistance | 100 metres |
Why does the Yacht-Master 126655 have an Oysterflex bracelet?
Rolex fits Oysterflex to give a precious-metal sports watch the comfort and flexibility of a strap. Rolex describes Oysterflex as a high-performance elastomer bracelet, so it is soft against the wrist and does not need the links of a metal bracelet. It is also why the watch wears lighter and more casually than a gold Oyster bracelet would. The same bracelet type appears on other gold Rolex sports models, such as the references in our Rolex Daytona on Oysterflex rubber collection.
What is the difference between the 126655 and the 116655?
The 116655 is the earlier reference and the 126655 is its replacement. The 116655 arrived in 2015 as the first Yacht-Master with both Oysterflex and a ceramic bezel, and Rolex moved to the 126655 around 2019. The 126655 is the generation with the caliber 3235 movement and the Glidelock clasp. The 116655 used caliber 3135 (about 48 hours of power reserve); the 126655 moved to caliber 3235 (about 70 hours).
| Point | 116655 | 126655 |
|---|---|---|
| Introduced | 2015 | Around 2019 |
| Metal | Everose gold | Everose gold |
| Bracelet | Oysterflex | Oysterflex with Glidelock extension |
| Bezel | Black Cerachrom | Black Cerachrom |
| Movement | Caliber 3135 | Caliber 3235 |
How does the Everose Yacht-Master compare with the steel, titanium and white gold models?
The Everose model is the warmest and most dressy of the Yacht-Master family, while the other metals change size and character. The 126622 is a 40 mm Rolesium model, which combines Oystersteel and platinum. The 226627 is a 42 mm Yacht-Master in RLX titanium, and the 226659 is a 42 mm white gold model. Only the Everose version here is 40 mm in rose gold with Oysterflex, so size and bracelet are the quickest ways to tell them apart. For a wider size discussion, read our guide to Yacht-Master 37 vs 40 vs 42.
| Reference | Size | Material |
|---|---|---|
| 126655 | 40 mm | Everose gold |
| 126622 | 40 mm | Rolesium (Oystersteel and platinum) |
| 226627 | 42 mm | RLX titanium |
| 226659 | 42 mm | White gold |
If you want to see the wider range, browse the Rolex Yacht-Master collection, or compare with the Rolex Submariner, the dive watch most often cross-shopped against it.
Is the Yacht-Master the same as a rose gold Submariner or Sky-Dweller?
No. They are different models: the Sky-Dweller shares the Everose metal and the Submariner shares a ceramic bezel, but Rolex has never made the Submariner in Everose gold. Its gold versions have been yellow gold, white gold and yellow Rolesor (Oystersteel and yellow gold). The Yacht-Master has a rotating bezel with a nautical identity, the Submariner is the dedicated dive watch, and the Sky-Dweller adds an annual calendar and a different bezel. If you like the rose gold look but prefer a calendar watch, see the Rolex Sky-Dweller in rose gold. For an overview of other Everose references, read our rose gold Rolex guide, and for the wider brand range see the Rolex collection.
What should you check when buying a 126655?
- Reference and dial. Confirm the full reference, the black dial and the Cerachrom bezel match the papers.
- Bracelet condition. Oysterflex can show wear, so ask for clear photographs of the strap and clasp.
- Paperwork and service history. Ask for the warranty card, box and any service records.
- New or pre-owned. Decide which you want before the search starts, as it changes both availability and the paperwork.
Quick answers
What is the reference number of the Everose gold Yacht-Master?
The current Everose gold Yacht-Master 40 is reference 126655, and its predecessor is the 116655. Both pair rose gold with an Oysterflex bracelet and a black ceramic bezel.
How big is the Rolex Yacht-Master 126655?
The case is 40 mm. Rolex also makes other Yacht-Master sizes in other metals, including 42 mm models in titanium and white gold.
Is the Yacht-Master 126655 water resistant?
Yes. Rolex lists water resistance at 100 metres, which suits swimming and water sports but is not the rating of a dedicated dive watch.
What movement does the 126655 use?
The 126655 uses the Rolex caliber 3235, an automatic movement with a power reserve of roughly 70 hours.
Does Bizak & Co. have a 126655 in stock?
No. Bizak & Co. sources watches on request, so we find a specific unit and confirm its details before you commit.
Related reading: Rolex Yacht-Master guide, Yacht-Master 37 vs 40 vs 42 and Rose gold Rolex explained.
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