Updated Monthly — Secondary Market Data

Rolex
Price Guide
2026

The most complete guide to Rolex grey market prices in 2026. Every major reference — Submariner, Rolex Daytona price, GMT-Master II, Datejust, Pepsi, Batman, Hulk, and vintage Rolex — with current secondary market values, MSRP comparison, and buy/sell links. Updated monthly by GMT Timepiece, Atlanta’s pre owned rolex prices specialist.

Last updated: May 2026 — Next update June 2026. Prices reflect current grey market secondary data.
// Quick Price Reference
Daytona SS (126500LN)$28–34k
GMT Pepsi (126710BLRO)$16–20k
GMT Batman (126710BLNR)$14.5–17.5k
Sub No-Date (124060)$11.5–14k
Sub Hulk (116610LV)$16–22k
Datejust 41 (126334)$8.5–11k
Day-Date 40 (228238)$38–52k
Explorer I (124270)$8–10.5k







 

This Rolex price guide reflects current secondary market trading data compiled by GMT Timepiece — Atlanta’s authenticated pre-owned Rolex specialist. All prices are in USD and represent typical Rolex grey market prices for watches in good-to-excellent condition with original bracelet. Full-set (box and papers) examples typically command a 5–15% premium over listed ranges. Condition significantly affects value at both extremes — unpolished, pristine examples can exceed the high end; heavily worn or polished pieces may fall below the low end.

Prices are updated monthly. For the most current pricing on any specific reference, check our live inventory or contact us directly. To understand how secondary market pricing works, read our complete Rolex grey market dealer guide.

Rolex Price guide for GMT-Master II — 2026

Updated May 2026
Model / NicknameReferenceMSRPGrey Market Pricevs MSRPDemandActions
GMT-Master II Pepsi126710BLRO$10,600$16,000 – $20,000+51–89%🔥 HighestBuySell
GMT-Master II Batgirl126710BLNR (Jubilee)$10,600$15,500 – $19,000+46–79%🔥 Very HighBuySell
GMT-Master II Batman126710BLNR (Oyster)$10,600$14,500 – $17,500+37–65%🔥 HighBuySell
GMT-Master II Root Beer126711CHNR (Everose)$15,400$18,000 – $26,000+17–69%📈 GrowingBuySell
GMT-Master II Bruce Wayne126710GRNR (Jubilee)$10,600$13,500 – $16,000+27–51%📊 BuildingBuySell
GMT-Master II Black Bezel (prev. gen)116710LNDiscontinued$11,000 – $13,500Market rate📊 StableBuySell
GMT-Master II (ref. 16710) — Various bezels16710BLRO / 16710LNDiscontinued$7,500 – $11,000Vintage value📊 CollectorBuySell

See full Rolex GMT-Master II review with complete reference history and buying guide.

Rolex Submariner Prices — 2026

Updated May 2026
Model / NicknameReferenceMSRPGrey Market Pricevs MSRPDemandActions
Submariner No-Date124060$9,550$11,500 – $14,000+20–47%🔥 HighBuySell
Submariner Date — Black126610LN$10,600$12,500 – $15,000+18–42%🔥 HighBuySell
Submariner Starbucks126610LV$10,600$14,000 – $18,000+32–70%🔥 HighBuySell
Submariner Hulk — Discontinued116610LVDiscontinued$16,000 – $22,000💜 Scarcity premium🔥 ScarcityBuySell
Submariner Kermit — Discontinued16610LVDiscontinued$8,500 – $13,000Vintage tier📈 GrowingBuySell
Submariner Date Black (prev. gen)116610LNDiscontinued$10,000 – $13,000Below current gen📊 StableBuySell
Submariner Date Black (vintage)16610, 16800, 1680Discontinued$5,500 – $12,000Reference dependent📊 CollectorBuySell

Full details: Rolex Submariner review — all references, history, and buying guide.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Prices — 2026

Updated May 2026
ModelReferenceMSRPGrey Market Pricevs MSRPDemandActions
Daytona — Oystersteel, Black Dial126500LN$16,550$28,000 – $34,000+69–105%🔥 Most WantedBuySell
Daytona — Oystersteel, White Dial126500LN (white)$16,550$27,000 – $32,000+63–93%🔥 Very HighBuySell
Daytona — Prev. gen Oystersteel116500LNDiscontinued$24,000 – $29,000Premium holds🔥 HighBuySell
Daytona — Yellow Rolesor116523 / 126503$22,100$14,000 – $18,000Below MSRP📊 Good avail.BuySell
Daytona — Everose Gold116515LN / 126515LN$38,150$22,000 – $28,000-27 to -42%📊 AvailableBuySell
Daytona — Yellow Gold116508 / 126508$41,350$32,000 – $42,000Near MSRP📊 StableBuySell
Daytona Rainbow228348 / 228596$160,000+$250,000 – $700,000+Significant premium💎 Ultra RareInquireSell

Full details: Rolex Daytona review — complete reference history, specifications and buying guide.

Rolex Datejust Prices — 2026

Updated May 2026
ModelReferenceMSRPGrey Market Pricevs MSRPDemandActions
Datejust 41 — Black Dial, Jubilee126334$9,100$8,500 – $11,000Near MSRP📊 Good valueBuySell
Datejust 41 — Wimbledon Dial126334 (Wimbledon)$9,100$9,500 – $13,000+4–43%📈 GrowingBuySell
Datejust 36 — Various dials126200 / 126234$7,550 – $9,100$6,500 – $9,500Varies by dial📊 StableBuySell
Lady-Datejust 28mm279160 / 279174$6,450$5,800 – $8,000Near/below MSRP📊 SolidBuySell
Vintage Datejust (1601, 16014)1601 / 16014 / 16234Discontinued$3,500 – $7,500Entry Rolex territory📊 Good entryBuySell

Rolex Datejust priceSport Models Prices — 2026

Explorer, Sea-Dweller, Sky-Dweller, Day-Date
ModelReferenceMSRPGrey Market dealer Pricevs MSRPDemandActions
Day-Date 40 — Yellow Gold228238$39,450$38,000 – $52,000Near/above MSRP📈 GrowingBuySell
Explorer I 36mm124270$6,950$8,000 – $10,500+15–51%📈 StrongBuySell
Explorer II 42mm226570$9,550$10,500 – $13,500+10–41%📊 SolidBuySell
Sea-Dweller 43mm126600$12,100$12,000 – $15,500Near MSRP📊 AvailableBuySell
Sky-Dweller — Oystersteel336934$16,400$14,500 – $18,000Near/below MSRP📊 AvailableBuySell
Yacht-Master 40 — Oystersteel/Platinum126622$13,650$12,000 – $15,500Near MSRP📊 AvailableBuySell
Milgauss — Z-Blue116400GV (discontinued)Discontinued 2023$9,000 – $13,000Discontinuation premium📈 Rising fastBuySell

Vintage Rolex Price Guide — 2026

Pre-1990 references — condition & originality critical
ModelReferenceEraMarket RangeKey Value DriverActions
GMT-Master “Pepsi” Gilt Dial16751959–1980$8,000 – $35,000+Original dial, no polishBuySell
GMT-Master II (workhorse era)167101989–2007$7,500 – $11,000Condition, bezel colourBuySell
Submariner “Maxi” Dial5513 / 16801960s–1970s$8,000 – $25,000+Originality paramountBuySell
Daytona “Paul Newman”6239 / 6263 / 62651963–1988$35,000 – $200,000+Exotic dial conditionInquireSell
Datejust “Pie-Pan” Dial1601 / 16031960s–1970s$3,500 – $8,000Dial colour & conditionBuySell

Vintage Rolex pricing is highly reference- and condition-specific. Contact GMT Timepiece for individual vintage assessment.

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$5k – $10k
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$10k – $15k
Submariner No-Date, GMT-Master II entry, Explorer, Sea-Dweller

 

$15k – $25k
Pepsi, Batman, Batgirl, Hulk, Starbucks, Daytona two-tone

 

$25k+
Daytona stainless steel, Day-Date, full gold references, Daytona Rainbow

 

Pricing Methodology

How GMT Timepiece Compiles These Prices

All Rolex grey market prices in this guide are compiled monthly from active secondary market data sources: authenticated dealer listings, Chrono24 sold listings, major watch auction results (Phillips, Sotheby’s, Christie’s), and GMT Timepiece’s own transaction data from buying and selling pre-owned Rolex watches in Atlanta and nationally. Prices represent the range in which genuine, authenticated examples in good-to-excellent condition typically trade.

Prices are updated monthly — the last update date appears on each table. The Rolex secondary market moves in response to new reference releases, economic conditions, and collector trend cycles. We note directional changes (rising/falling demand) with each update. For live pricing on specific available pieces, always check our current inventory listings.As an Atlanta grey market dealer, GMT Timepiece buys and sells pre-owned Rolex at market-accurate prices — no inflated margins, no guesswork. If you want to sell my Rolex in Atlanta, our Sell Your Rolex page gets you a competitive same-day offer. Buying? Our Rolex Authentication Process ensures every watch is exactly what we say it is, and our authenticity guarantee backs that promise. Canadian buyers can buy Rolex Canada online through our fully insured cross-border service. And while you’re exploring what’s new in 2026, check out our coverage of the AP Swatch Royal Pop — a landmark collaboration that’s as much a market story as the Daytona premium. See how our clients rate the buying experience in 127+ verified reviews.

This guide covers USD pricing only. Canadian buyers should refer to our Canada buyer guide for CAD conversion and landed cost estimates including duties and taxes. UK and European pricing differs by exchange rate and local VAT.
Now that you have the data, here’s how to use it. The Rolex Daytona grey market price has remained elevated throughout 2026 — stainless steel examples continue trading at 2–3× retail, while gold references have softened closer to retail in some cases. For buyers with a tighter ceiling, pre-owned Rolex watches under $10,000 offer real value: the Datejust 36mm in stainless steel, the Oyster Perpetual in all sizes, and vintage Air-King references all fall comfortably within that budget and hold value exceptionally well. As this external analysis on why Rolex watches continue to hold their value in 2026 explains, even entry-level pre-owned Rolex tends to outperform most other luxury goods as a store of value. The official Rolex retail site is always worth checking for current MSRP so you can benchmark the grey market premium on any reference you’re considering.

Prices shown are for watches in good-to-excellent condition with original bracelet. Full-set examples (original box and dated papers) typically command a 5–15% premium. Heavily worn, polished, or service-modified examples may fall 10–20% below the listed ranges. Unpolished examples in pristine condition can exceed the high end of the range on desirable references.

GMT Timepiece is not a financial advisor. This guide is for informational purposes. Past market performance does not guarantee future value. Read an independent analysis of Rolex value retention →

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