Sell My Rolex Submariner
Do you want to know the value of your Rolex Submariner?
We can value your vintage sports watch and help you find the best price if you are looking to sell your Submariner.
Free Valuations & Sales Advice on Your Rolex Submariner
In the 1950’s diving was revolutionised by the aqua-lung and diving watches were similarly revolutionised by Rolex’s Iconic Submariner. Editions of the Rolex Submariner have gone on to become some of the most sought-after watches in the vintage Rolex market.
At Mark Littler Ltd we can help you value and sell your Rolex Submariner watch. Read our quick guide of things to look out for when identifying your Submariner watch and get in contact for a free valuation and some no obligation offers.
Vintage Submariner models:
- 6200 became the 5510
- 6204 > 6538 > 6538A
- 6205 > 6536 > 6536/1
- 5508
- 5512
- 5513
- 1680 > 16800
- Rolex Deep Sea Special
Free Valuation Request
Six things to look for in your Rolex Submariner
Dial
Subtle variations in the dial and text on your Rolex submariner can help you to identify not just your model but the specific edition:
- The position & colour of ‘SUBMARINER’, if it is present at all
- Numbers or just markers at 3/6/9 (explorer or submariner-type dials)
- Is the 12o’clock triangle equilateral or isosceles?
- Are the meters and feet depths present? If so where and what colour are they?
- Is the dial gloss or matte black?
Hands
There are changes and progressions of hand style, size, colour and decoration. The material the hands are made from and the luminous paint used are all key distinguishing points for different editions. Everything down to the size and position of the seconds hand dot can help identify a specific Rolex edition.
- Pencil hands were used on the earliest edition
- Mercedes hands were introduced in 1955.
- What colour is the seconds hand? Bronze, white or silver.
Crown & Bezel
Like with other factors, subtle variations in the crown and bezel were introduced over the years and can help determine your Submariner’s model & edition:
- Size of the crown and decoration
- Crown guards were introduced from 1959 on model 5512
- Are the crown guards pointed or square?
- Shape of the numbers on the bezel – rounded or squared
- Colour of the 12o’clock triangle
Box & Papers
When looking to value your vintage Rolex Submariner the original box and papers should be present to get the best valuation for your timepiece. If your Submariner is one of the armed forces editions (versions of models 6538, 5513 and 5517) you should also source the proper provenance (corresponding badges, paperwork, photographs etc.) in order to get the best prices and attract collectors.
Condition
When considering the condition of your Rolex Submariner first check that wear is the same all over. If a certain part of the watch shows more or less wear than the rest of the piece then this indicates that some parts have been replaced or repaired, which can impact the value. However, damaged watches can still be valuable, especially if they are military pieces with provenance.
Reference & serial No.
Found at the 6’oclock side of the case on vintage Rolex, the serial number is the watch’s unique identity and shows you when the watch was made. The reference number is engraved on the 12o’clock edge and describes the model and what your Rolex Submariner is made from. The model and time of production are two of the most important factors in determining the value of your Rolex.
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- Submariner 6204
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- Submariner 6536
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- Rolex Submariner 5508
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- Rolex Submariner 5510 Tropical Dial
The Process of Selling Your Submariner
The process to get a no-obligation quote for your vintage watch is easy.
Send us details about your watch directly via email or use the form below.
We contact our international network of customers for the best offers.
If you decide to proceed with an offer we issue you with a contract.
Send us your watch. We have a fully insured courier service available.
We complete the sale with the buyer and send your funds via BACS.
Sell your vintage Submariner
In order to provide you with an accurate valuation please provide as much of the below information as you can. Valuations are free and offers are sourced with no obligation.
Watch Selling FAQs
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The easiest way for us to give you a price for your watch is to send us a photograph of your watch, please include the box if you have it.
We use the photograph to check:
- The condition of the watch, strap and box
Please send you images to [email protected] or use the contact form
-
Selling your watch with Mark Littler Ltd is the same process as selling at auction, except you know the price you are going to achieve beforehand.
The process is simple:
- Once you have accepted an offer, we issue you a contract which you return with your watch. You can use our fully insured courier service to send us your watch (see below).
- Once we receive the watch we arrange a meeting with the buyer and complete the sale.
- Once the sale is complete we send you the balance minus our commission, and postage charge if you decide to use our courier service. This is usually between 1 – 5 days after receiving the bottle.
Our commission is 10%, including VAT.
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Once the contract has been signed you send your watch to Mark Littler, you can arrange this yourself, or you can use our fully insured courier service (if you’re based in the UK).
Our courier service includes all packing material and is insured up to £40,000. It also includes a pre-paid return postage label and an instruction sheet on how to pack your watch.
Once packed you simply drop the parcel at your local post office.
The cost for this service is £15.
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When we have completed the sale we send the balance via BACS using the details you provide us in the contract.
Payment is usually between 1 – 5 days of receiving your watch, the average is within 48 hours.
“I found Mark’s details online after looking to sell a collectable bottle of whisky. I was going to use a well know auction site but Mark secured an offer higher than the highest estimation from any auction house, within days, even after the 10% commission was deducted. Communication was perfect; punctual, to the point and polite. Collection and delivery were taken care of by Mark and instruction was clear and easy to follow. Payment was received to my bank within days of posting the bottle. I can’t recommend Mark enough; he runs a tight ship gets top end offers from his clients and delivers quickly.”
Rod Fountain, via Google
“Mark conducted a high value sale transaction for me acting as broker. A complex process, clearly explained at each step of the way. Great communication and willing to go the extra mile when it mattered. Entirely trustworthy and highly recommended.”
Mark Williams, via Google
“Wow, what a refreshing change it was to meet Mark. He was the consummate professional with an approachable and warm personality who clearly had an in-depth knowledge of his subject which he used to give me a first-class service when I wanted to sell a whisky collection. For anyone who is considering any similar specialist whisky transactions I can certainly recommend him without reservation.”
Duncan Chambers, via Google
Do you want to know the value of your Rolex Submariner?
We can value your vintage sports watch and help you find the best price if you are looking to sell your Submariner.
Free Valuations & Sales Advice on Your Rolex Submariner
In the 1950’s diving was revolutionised by the aqua-lung and diving watches were similarly revolutionised by Rolex’s Iconic Submariner. Editions of the Rolex Submariner have gone on to become some of the most sought-after watches in the vintage Rolex market.
At Mark Littler Ltd we can help you value and sell your Rolex Submariner watch. Read our quick guide of things to look out for when identifying your Submariner watch and get in contact for a free valuation and some no obligation offers.
Vintage Submariner models:
- 6200 became the 5510
- 6204 > 6538 > 6538A
- 6205 > 6536 > 6536/1
- 5508
- 5512
- 5513
- 1680 > 16800
- Rolex Deep Sea Special
Free Valuation Request
Six things to look for in your Rolex Submariner
Dial
Subtle variations in the dial and text on your Rolex submariner can help you to identify not just your model but the specific edition:
- The position & colour of ‘SUBMARINER’, if it is present at all
- Numbers or just markers at 3/6/9 (explorer or submariner-type dials)
- Is the 12o’clock triangle equilateral or isosceles?
- Are the meters and feet depths present? If so where and what colour are they?
- Is the dial gloss or matte black?
Hands
There are changes and progressions of hand style, size, colour and decoration. The material the hands are made from and the luminous paint used are all key distinguishing points for different editions. Everything down to the size and position of the seconds hand dot can help identify a specific Rolex edition.
- Pencil hands were used on the earliest edition
- Mercedes hands were introduced in 1955.
- What colour is the seconds hand? Bronze, white or silver.
Crown & Bezel
Like with other factors, subtle variations in the crown and bezel were introduced over the years and can help determine your Submariner’s model & edition:
- Size of the crown and decoration
- Crown guards were introduced from 1959 on model 5512
- Are the crown guards pointed or square?
- Shape of the numbers on the bezel – rounded or squared
- Colour of the 12o’clock triangle
Box & Papers
When looking to value your vintage Rolex Submariner the original box and papers should be present to get the best valuation for your timepiece. If your Submariner is one of the armed forces editions (versions of models 6538, 5513 and 5517) you should also source the proper provenance (corresponding badges, paperwork, photographs etc.) in order to get the best prices and attract collectors.
Condition
When considering the condition of your Rolex Submariner first check that wear is the same all over. If a certain part of the watch shows more or less wear than the rest of the piece then this indicates that some parts have been replaced or repaired, which can impact the value. However, damaged watches can still be valuable, especially if they are military pieces with provenance.
Reference & serial No.
Found at the 6’oclock side of the case on vintage Rolex, the serial number is the watch’s unique identity and shows you when the watch was made. The reference number is engraved on the 12o’clock edge and describes the model and what your Rolex Submariner is made from. The model and time of production are two of the most important factors in determining the value of your Rolex.
The Process of Selling Your Submariner
The process to get a no-obligation quote for your vintage watch is easy.
Send us details about your watch directly via email or use the form below.
We contact our international network of customers for the best offers.
If you decide to proceed with an offer we issue you with a contract.
Send us your watch. We have a fully insured courier service available.
We complete the sale with the buyer and send your funds via BACS.
Sell your vintage Submariner
In order to provide you with an accurate valuation please provide as much of the below information as you can. Valuations are free and offers are sourced with no obligation.
Watch Selling FAQs
-
The easiest way for us to give you a price for your watch is to send us a photograph of your watch, please include the box if you have it.
We use the photograph to check:
- The condition of the watch, strap and box
Please send you images to [email protected] or use the contact form
-
Selling your watch with Mark Littler Ltd is the same process as selling at auction, except you know the price you are going to achieve beforehand.
The process is simple:
- Once you have accepted an offer, we issue you a contract which you return with your watch. You can use our fully insured courier service to send us your watch (see below).
- Once we receive the watch we arrange a meeting with the buyer and complete the sale.
- Once the sale is complete we send you the balance minus our commission, and postage charge if you decide to use our courier service. This is usually between 1 – 5 days after receiving the bottle.
Our commission is 10%, including VAT.
-
Once the contract has been signed you send your watch to Mark Littler, you can arrange this yourself, or you can use our fully insured courier service (if you’re based in the UK).
Our courier service includes all packing material and is insured up to £40,000. It also includes a pre-paid return postage label and an instruction sheet on how to pack your watch.
Once packed you simply drop the parcel at your local post office.
The cost for this service is £15.
-
When we have completed the sale we send the balance via BACS using the details you provide us in the contract.
Payment is usually between 1 – 5 days of receiving your watch, the average is within 48 hours.
“I found Mark’s details online after looking to sell a collectable bottle of whisky. I was going to use a well know auction site but Mark secured an offer higher than the highest estimation from any auction house, within days, even after the 10% commission was deducted. Communication was perfect; punctual, to the point and polite. Collection and delivery were taken care of by Mark and instruction was clear and easy to follow. Payment was received to my bank within days of posting the bottle. I can’t recommend Mark enough; he runs a tight ship gets top end offers from his clients and delivers quickly.”
Rod Fountain, via Google
“Mark conducted a high value sale transaction for me acting as broker. A complex process, clearly explained at each step of the way. Great communication and willing to go the extra mile when it mattered. Entirely trustworthy and highly recommended.”
Mark Williams, via Google
“Wow, what a refreshing change it was to meet Mark. He was the consummate professional with an approachable and warm personality who clearly had an in-depth knowledge of his subject which he used to give me a first-class service when I wanted to sell a whisky collection. For anyone who is considering any similar specialist whisky transactions I can certainly recommend him without reservation.”
Duncan Chambers, via Google