Rapper Buck Shotz spotted wearing a Rolex

Instagram account @buckshotz recently surfaced a wrist shot showing rapper Buck Shotz sporting a substantial yellow gold timepiece alongside what appears to be a heavily iced-out diamond watch — a flex-heavy pairing that speaks to a collector who values both technical pedigree and visual impact. The watch in question is identifiable as the Rolex Yacht-Master II reference 116688 in 18k yellow gold.

The Rolex Yacht-Master II ref. 116688 is built around the in-house Calibre 4161, a movement Rolex spent over a decade developing. It features a mechanical regatta countdown mechanism — programmable between 1 and 10 minutes — with a patented Ring Command bezel that interfaces directly with the movement. The 44mm Oyster case in 18k yellow gold houses this complication behind a white lacquer dial with bold yellow gold Arabic numerals and a vivid blue Cerachrom ceramic bezel. The bracelet is the Oyster in matching yellow gold, secured with the Oysterlock safety clasp.

From a collector standpoint, the Yacht-Master II occupies a niche but respected position in the Rolex catalogue. Unlike the more commercially dominant Submariner or Daytona, the YMII rewards buyers who actually appreciate its mechanical depth. The regatta timer function is fully functional and class-legal for competitive sailing, yet it doubles as one of the most architecturally bold designs Rolex produces. In yellow gold, it reads as unambiguously luxurious without leaning on diamonds.

Buck Shotz, active in rap circles and with a visible social media presence, has a taste for statement wristwear — the second watch visible in the shot, dripping in pavé diamonds, confirms that. The Yacht-Master II in gold, however, is the more technically interesting choice: a proper Swiss complication with motorsport-level engineering credibility.

On the grey market, the 116688 commands a modest premium over retail, reflecting steady but not frenzied demand. At approximately £29,100 UK RRP at time of the original sighting, and with USD retail around $37,850, pre-owned examples typically trade in the $32,000–$42,000 range depending on condition and papers. It remains a strong long-term hold.