Vintage Rolex is where the biggest surprises happen. A tired-looking 1960s Oyster in a drawer can be worth many multiples of a modern equivalent, and original dials, gilt printing and faded bezels can add enormously to the figure.
What we look at
Originality is everything with vintage Rolex. We check for service dials, replacement hands, relumed markers and over-polished cases — and importantly, we will tell you when a scruffy original is worth more than a tidied-up example.
Vintage Rolex models we buy
Bubble Back and Oyster Perpetual
Submariner 5513, 5512 and 1680
Datejust 1601, 1603 and 16013
Day-Date 1803
Explorer 1016
GMT-Master 1675
Precision and Oysterdate 6694
Not listed? We buy every Rolex reference — send us a photo and we will identify it for you.
Vintage Rolex questions we are asked
Should I have my vintage Rolex serviced before selling?
No. Please don't — polishing and replacement parts can reduce the value. Sell it as it is.
Is a rusty or non-running vintage Rolex still worth something?
Often a great deal. Bring it as found.