Is Rolex Explorer 1 discontinued?
Rolex Explorer 1 39mm Discontinued.
Will Rolex Explorer go up in value?
And as the popularity of the Explorer II has increased over the last few years, it’s probably safe to say that prices for it will rise even further in the coming years.
How much is a Rolex Explorer 36mm?
The watches will be available at Rolex boutiques and authorized dealers for $6,450 (ref. 124270) and $10,800 (ref. 124273).
Which Rolex models will be discontinued?
Discontinued Rolexes in 2022:
- Oyster Perpetual 124300 (41mm, turquoise, coral red or yellow dial), 126000 (36mm, coral red or yellow dial), 277200 (31mm, coral red or yellow dial)
- Deepsea 126660 (replaced by 136660)
- Air King 116900 (replaced by 126900)
- Day-Date 40 platinum 228206 (replaced by 228236)
Will Rolex Explorer be discontinued?
It doesn’t quite come as a surprise that for Rolex’s presentation of new models for 2021, the Explorer II is the star of the show. 2021 is actually the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Explorer II, and in traditional Rolex fashion, the brand has to celebrate this.
Does Rolex Explorer 1 hold value?
A second-hand Rolex Explorer today is worth more than double of the official sales price from back in 1994. Discounted over the last 22 years, the average annual gain in value amounts to 4.1%. The value of a new watch falls down to its market value after purchase.
How much is a Rolex Explorer 1 worth?
You can buy a Rolex Explorer in mint condition for around 10,000 USD, such as the ref. 14270 with a case diameter of 36 mm (May 2022). This watch’s successor, the ref. 114270, is slightly more expensive at around 11,500 USD.
Is there a waiting list for Rolex Explorer 1?
The Rolex Explorer collection was the easiest staineless steel sports model to receive a couple years ago. Now with the 2021 releases these watches have become extremely difficult to find and the Rolex waitlists have grown. Expect to wait 6-18 months to receive either the Explorer I or Explorer II.