Rolex Explorer II

You can sell Rolex Explorer II watches using our unique private buying service. The Explorer II is an update to the famous Explorer model, created to celebrate the first recorded conquering of Mount Everest, and was first released in the 1970s. As a result, there are a large number of different models and movements – and we are keen to buy them all.

How to Sell Your Watch With Burlingtons

Our process is swift, seamless, and designed with your best interests in mind. Bid goodbye to the hassle of intermediaries or middlemen that delay and complicate your transactions. Instead, embrace our trusted expertise.

Our dedicated specialist conducts all valuations, ensuring you receive an attractive selling price promptly. With our commitment to transparency, all valuations are offered without obligation and completely free of charge.

Get in Touch

Contact our team to share the details of the luxury watch or watch collection you would like to sell. We’ll schedule an in person valuation with you.

In Person Valuation

Our specialist will visit at the agreed time and place to carry out a thorough assessment of any items you wish to sell, offering an expert, no-obligation valuation.

Instant Payment

If you choose to accept our offer, we will transfer the agreed amount to your bank account via BACS or make the payment with cash if preferred.

Burlingtons Ltd have been buying and selling Rolex watches for over 20 years. Our experts are on hand to give you the best evaluation for your watch.

Outstanding Service with Burlingtons Ltd.

Free, no-obligation valuations: We understand that it can be a little bit worrying not knowing what offer you will get for your pre-owned Explorer II, which is why we provide our valuation service completely free of charge and with no obligation to sell.

Instant payments: We will give you your payment immediately after you accept our fair and generous offer. We offer several flexible payment options, which will ensure you get the full value of your Rolex Explorer II without any hassle.

Zero fees: As we cut out the middle man, there will be no auction fees, commissions or annoying deductions when selling your Rolex Explorer II to us. There are never hidden charges, either. What we offer is what arrives in your account.

Arrange a valuation: The first step is to arrange a valuation time, which will take place in the comfort and privacy of your home. We will visit you and one of our experts will conduct a thorough appraisal of your Rolex Explorer II watch, and any other items you wish to sell.

Accept our offer: Once we have assessed the value of your watch we will make a fair and generous offer, which includes no fees. We are confident that you will accept and we can explain how we have arrived at our final decision should you so desire.

Receive your payment: After you accept our offer, we will make a transfer for the full value of your items via BACS. We do not leave with your Rolex Explorer II until the money has arrived in your account. In some cases, we can also offer a cash payment.

Why Choose Us to Sell Rolex Explorer II Watches

A lot of our clients are caught off-guard by our levels of service, which is important when parting with a high-value item. We get so many positive reviews, see what one person has to say below:

“I sold my Rolex White Gold Daytona to Daniel. Best price, came to my house to collect, no fuss even though the watch had some scratches (didn’t reduce his offer price) immediate payment. Overall extremely fair and professional. Highly recommend him.”

– Steve Currie

How Much Will I Get for My Rolex Explorer II?

It is difficult to say precisely how much you will get before you complete your valuation with us. However, we may be able to provide an estimate once you book your appraisal and give us a few key details about the watch.

The value of the Rolex Explorer II, and other watches, will typically depend on the following criteria:

Watch features: There are Explorer IIs with white dials, black dials and variations on the bracelet, such as the Oyster bracelet or a rubber strap. The precise features of your watch will be key to the value, as collectors prize certain characteristics over others.

Make and model: The particular model and mechanism of your watch influences the price. Movements like the Explorer II 16570, which has a polar dial or a black dial, use a 3185 or 3186 calibre that is known for its quality – they are often more valuable because of it.

Condition: Although small scratches are not usually an issue, more extensive damage on older watches might make the amount we can offer a bit lower. However, you should not worry about the condition much as we are still likely to buy it from you.

The Benefits of Using Burlingtons

A professional service in the 
comfort of your home
No fees, commissions 
or hidden charges
Over 20 years
experience
Free no obligation
valuations
Immediate 
payment
We can offer prices 
unachievable at auction

Book a Valuation to Sell Rolex Explorer II Watches

We are the best option if you want to sell Rolex Explorer II watches quickly. You will be sure to keep us in mind when you want to sell other items in the future, and our team is always on hand if you have any questions about what we will buy.

The Rolex Explorer II is a highly-sought timepiece in the eyes of collectors and we will be delighted to buy yours from you. Get in touch with us today to book your free, no-obligation valuation.

Testimonials

Claire Green

28th February 2026

Great people to work with, would absolutely recommend to anyone. Craig was faultless, can see why they have so many five star reviews.

R W

26th February 2026

Real pleasure meeting Craig; we were very happy with his silver valuation and everything was dealt with on the day. Thank you for all your help in making an easy transaction.

Andrea Vella

26th February 2026

Wonderful service and very easy process with Craig who ensured a quick and smooth collection. Very professional and payment was immediate upon collection. Definitely recommend.

Kerry Willett

25th February 2026

Craig came to our house to value a few items of gold and silver, he was friendly, courteous and professional, he didn't rush the process, he explained each item's valuation. We were happy with the amount we received which was transferred instantly. We will definitely use Burlingtons in the future.

S K

25th February 2026

Craig kindly (and very promptly) attended my home to buy my grandfather’s old pocketwatch. Very efficient service and valuation agreed in advance. Would not hesitate to recommend

Tracey Haywood

21st February 2026

Very easy to deal with and got a great price for my items. Highly recommend.

M S

21st February 2026

Great service

Coral Martin

19th February 2026

Craig came to my home as a follow up to me contacting Burlingtons by phone. He was very honest and gave advice on a range of rings and other jewelry I showed him. He explained the state of the buying market and offered to buy some items but suggested that others would be best kept as a family heirloom. I felt he was fair and,importantly, I felt comfortable with his offer. The buying process was straightforward and easily checked.

Paul Stewart-Smith

18th February 2026

Extremely easy, fast and friendly service. Highly recommended if you’re selling any jewelry or watches.

Jia Jie Li

17th February 2026

It has been an amazing experience dealing with Burlingtons. Craig is very efficient and easy to communicate with. I am 100% satisfied with Burlingtons. I will continue doing business with Burlingtons in the future.

david peters

16th February 2026

Wow what a great service Craig was a pleasure to do business with Highly recommend

Claire Hatch

12th February 2026

Craig was fantastic and very approachable. Extensive knowledge in his field and very honest valuation. Great experience and would definitely do business with him again. Highly recommend his service. Who know what you have stashed in your draws that never sees the light of day and jewellery that you never wear.

scott Craig

11th February 2026

Absolutely superb company and great to deal with Craig. Excellent prices paid and a very good guy who I highly recommend if you are considering selling unwanted gold.

Victoria Podmore

10th February 2026

Fantastic service . Was dealt with by Craig who was polite and very professional. Will be using them again in the future.

Luke Turpin

29th January 2026

Great guidance, very professional and plessure to deal with.

Spondoolee

28th January 2026

Received a phone call straight away in regards to selling a brooch. Shopped around at different places and Craig at Burlingtons offered the best price . An immediate response to receiving the item and payed into my bank in seconds. A pleasure doing business with Burlingtons. A very reliable professional company. 5 stars 🌟

Jane Patten

20th January 2026

Very good experience using Burlingtons. Good prices paid. Daniel was really knowledgeable and honest.

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20th January 2026

Burlingtons LTD provided an excellent service. The team was friendly, helpful, and very professional. They made the whole process easy and stress-free. I’m very happy with the results and would definitely use them again and recommend them to others.

Charlotte Holt

20th January 2026

Excellent service by Craig from Burlington’s . Valuation and selling some old unused pieces . Made it very easy and received a good price for . Very good communication and comes to your home making it a very easy transaction.

Charles Fortt

13th January 2026

Wanting to sell a gold pocket watch and chain, I searched first for auction houses, and the highest estimate was £3000. Fees and commission would have reduced this figure considerably, with no guarantee of achieving the highest valuation. Burlingtons offered £2600, much more than was offered by a specialist watch dealer, antique dealer and pawnbroker. Daniel was highly attentive to emails and phone calls to arrange the meeting at my home, was punctual and business-like, and paid the money into my bank account on the spot. Trust is paramount in this kind of transaction, and I would highly recommend Burlingtons as a trustworthy and reliable service.

Pat Pringle

11th January 2026

100% positive – thank you, Craig.

Kath Gillies

11th January 2026

We cannot thank Burlingtons enough for the service they provided. Daniel arrived promptly at our house. He was friendly, personable and very professional from the outset. The appraisal was thorough and fair, resulting in an honest valuation. We would recommend Daniel without hesitation.

Barrie Thompson

9th January 2026

Craig finally got into this Google Mmbr which I usually don’t use. However I so grateful to you and Elliot for the reassuring confidence from the sale of many pieces of Jewellery ! Can’t thank you enough for yours and Elliot’s understanding and patience, Barrie T West London

Mary Gibson

7th January 2026

Uncomplicated efficient and professional

Kathy

7th January 2026

I found the whole process of selling some family silver very quick and efficient and clear. Craig was very helpful on the phone and gave me an acceptable fixed price in advance. The instructions on how to post where very clear and payment occurred promptly with proof of posting. I had confidence in the whole process .

Sarah McCulloch

27th December 2025

Was really quick with payment and super friendly and helpful with his evaluation. If I ever need to sell again I will use this company again.

Sharon White

2nd December 2025

I contacted Daniel by e-mail yesterday and he came out today to look at Mum's jewellery, that she no longer wanted to wear. She had been unable to sell these as jewellery and was only being offered gold scrap value. He gave what I felt was a fair scrap offer for the gold items and the money was transferred immediately into her account. Happy to recommend.

gareth Warnock

2nd December 2025

Really impresed with the service. Daniel came to my house and valued the items and made immediate payment. Would use again. Highly reccomended.

Melanie Lewis

7th November 2025

Brilliant service. I was a bit concerned about courier collection/ payment etc. Craig was great. Our communication was via email & messages. No charge for the courier & all really smooth. I would definitely use again & recommend to anyone. It is safe & reliable . I'm very pleased with the whole process.

leah paterson

25th October 2025

Craig is absolutely the best! Don’t deal with anyone else because you will miss out on attention to detail and superb customer service! He is truly a gem (pun intended!!)! 💎

Julie Short

23rd October 2025

I contacted Burlingtons as had had a not too good experience with a popular TV advertised company who offer to buy old unwanted items . I sent photos of the silver cutlery which I wanted to sell , got an offer price which I thought was fair and sent the items by post . Next day delivery and got paid on the day and the cost of postage was covered . Very happy with the service that they offered

Paul Norris

7th October 2025

Craig is very friendly helpful and professional.I saw Burlingtons on GBNews and would highly recommend them to anyone.Their service is so convenient and well organised.

Diane Parnell

2nd October 2025

Difficult to know what to add after reading all of the great reviews! It was a long journey for Craig. He put us at ease. He was very thorough in explaining the valuations and sensitive realising I did not want to sell sentimental pieces. There was no pressure. We were pleased with the offer and the money was transferred immediately. Thank you Craig.

S DM

29th September 2025

It was a lovely experience dealing with Craig and Danny, they are both very professional and genuine which was such a relief given how challenging it can be to sell jewellery. They also have an incredible selection of beautiful pieces so I’ll be back to buy from them when the time arrives.

Carlos Eduardo Moreno

19th September 2025

Very good service

Sandra Rosenthal

17th September 2025

We had utmost confidence in Craig and had very good service.

Mariele Locke

14th September 2025

Very quick, efficient and professional! A seamless process and cannot recommend enough.

Paul Barker

10th September 2025

Excellent service. Very professional and knowledgeable. Daniel came to my home, and straight away we had a connection. Very happy with his professional expert advice and valuations for the pieces. No nonsense and all settled very quickly, I would have no hesitation in recommending Burlingtons Ltd to anyone looking for a fair and honest deal.

Sally Loxton

2nd September 2025

I was really worried about selling my watch on the internet but Burlingtons put my mind at rest. I was offered a good price and the funds were put in my account the same day. Fabulous service and I would definitely use them again.

27th August 2025

Fantastic Experience Selling Jewelry to Craig at Burlingtons Ltd. I recently sold a few pieces of jewelry to Burlingtons Ltd, and I couldn’t be happier with the entire process. From start to finish, Craig was professional, courteous, and made me feel completely at ease. He took the time to carefully assess each piece and I never felt rushed or pressured into making a decision. His transparency and honesty were truly appreciated. Craig gave me a fair and competitive offer, which made the transaction feel smooth and trustworthy. If you’re looking to sell your jewelry, I highly recommend Craig at Burlingtons Ltd. He is knowledgeable, reliable, and makes the experience stress-free. I’ll definitely be returning in the future.

Marian Dixon

24th August 2025

Julie Brightman

22nd August 2025

Craig was so helpful and reliable when buying jewellery from me. Very honest and prompt with communication. Will definitely recommend and will 100% be using him in the future. Thank you Craig. Julie xxx

Michael Edwards

16th August 2025

A first class and friendly experience from a most professional organisation. They handled the sale of my watch in a respectful and delicate way. Big thank you to both Craig and Elliot.

jodie maunder

31st July 2025

Sold a watch to Burlington’s Ltd . It was an amazing experience . Reliable , professional and a fantastic experience I would definitely recommend the service

Amanda King

31st July 2025

I sold my wedding and engagement rings through Burlingtons. I sent photos and details of the items, received a quote which was honoured when I went into the shop. Payment was almost instant. Great service, thank you.

Karen T

31st July 2025

Friendly , Professional , accessible as kept me updated with quick responses.Would recommend and definitely use again.

Steve Collingwood

25th July 2025

Very smooth transaction. Hardest part was finding parking in Finchley:-)

Kevin French

25th July 2025

Sold two Cartier pieces to Craig, good communication and a fair price, would highly recommend

Lucy Payne

18th June 2025

Wanted to sell my vintage watch – asked a few jewellers and specialists for valuations and offers. Craig from Burlingtons was by far the most prompt, gave the best price, and made a speedy transaction. Will definitely use them again in future! Thank you so much!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a Rolex Explorer II go up in value?

Predicting future value is always uncertain, but the Rolex Explorer II, especially the white dial “Polar” version, has surged in popularity and appreciated in value – trends that suggest it will continue to hold its worth.

Is a Rolex Explorer II a good investment?

The Rolex Explorer II can be a strong investment due to its popularity and demand for stainless steel sports watches, but it’s essential to align your choice with your personal preferences and investment goals.

How tough is a Rolex Explorer II?

Built for rugged conditions, the Rolex Explorer II is a tough, reliable watch with a water-resistant Oyster case, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and shock-resistant movement.