Rolex Random Serial number checker

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Originally Posted by VicLeChic

The 16622 platinum dial in 40mm was actually released in 1999. The 116622 is discontinued indeed since 2016 but you should be able to find NOS at ADs.

To get you started, here's an article from Rolex Magazine on the history of the Yacht-Master:
http://www.rolexmagazine.com/2009/10...story.html?m=1

And an excellent thread from SLRdude comparing the 16622 and 116622 in photos:
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=357602

Thanks. I had no idea the platinum dial isn't being made anymore. That's pretty surprising.