On this page you will find the price increase, value development, trend and the rating for the movement of the Rolex Explorer II.
The watch is made of stainless steel with sapphire crystal and a stainless steel Oyster strap. The movement is a Rolex 3187 caliber, self-winding with a 48h power reserve.
Reference: | 216570 |
Watch Case: | 42mm, Stainless Steel |
Bezel: | Not Rotatable |
Glass: | Sapphire Crystal |
Case Bottom: | Stainless Steel |
Bracelet: | Stainless Steel Oyster |
Water Resistant: | 100m |
7.350 €
(RSP 2017)
VALUE DEVELOPMENT
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The value of the Rolex Explorer II has grown by 246% between 1994 and 2016, meaning it has more than tripled. In total the price increased by 5,000 € during this time. Over the last 10 years, the average growth has been 317 € or 5.8% per year. All in all, the growth is clearly above-average as compared to our watch portfolio consisting of over 260 selected luxury watches from well-known brands. The price increase in 2016 amounted to 350 €. The price development implicates a clear gain in value of the Rolex Explorer II.
You are able to determine growth-rates from the graph as shown by the following example:
A value of 110 in year X means a growth-rate of 10% as compared to the year of origin with the value 100 (110-100=10%).
| Watch | Market | Gold | DAX | Inflation | |
| 3 year avg. | 4.2% | 4.0% | 4.3% | 6.9% | 0.9% |
| 5 year avg. | 6.6% | 4.3% | -2.1% | 9.5% | 1.0% |
| 10 year avg. | 5.8% | 4.9% | 7.1% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
The market achieved lower growth-rates than the Rolex Explorer II over recent periods of time. However, the Explorer's growth has slowed down during the last years.
about the table:
The yearly average presents an average yearly growth over the given period of time until 2016.
References of this brand with a comparable value development:
Resale Value
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A second-hand Rolex Explorer II today is worth double of the official sales price from back in 1994. Discounted over the last 22 years, the average annual gain in value amounts to 3.2%. The value of a new watch falls down to its market value after purchase. The retail sales price usually includes a relatively high retailer margin, which represents a markup to the market value of a watch. By purchasing a used Rolex Explorer II at a price near its market value, you are able to achieve a higher rate of return. Therefore, it makes sense to invest in a second hand and well-maintained watch, ideally with original papers and box.
Find offers for pre-owned Rolex Explorer II watches here Tip: Choose a dealer with certified watchmakers who guarantees the authenticity of his watches.
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The popularity of the Rolex Explorer II decreased over the last 5 years on Google. From beginning of 2012 until 2016 the worldwide search volume fell by approximately 30%. Since end of 2015 the trend turned from negative to neutral moving sideways.
The interest in the Rolex Explorer II originates largely from the UK and the US. Other countries do not show a sufficiently high volume for being included here.
MOVEMENT
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a mechanical movement
Rolex 3187 beats as caliber in the Explorer II. This movement has been developed and manufactured by Rolex. It comes with a power reserve of 2 days. The number of jewels amounts to 31.
Caliber: | Rolex 3187 |
Winding: | Self-winding Movement |
In-house Movement: | Yes |
Complications: | Second Timezone, Date |
Amount of Jewels: 31
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31
Power Reserve: 48h
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45
The amount of jewels serves as indicator for the complexity and the finishing of a movement.
Market average:
31 Jewels (Self-winding movements)
21 Jewels (Manual winding movements)
The power reserve provides an insight into the performance of movements.
Market average:
45 hours (Self-winding movements)
50 hours (Manual winding movements)
RATING
The growth of the Rolex Explorer II accounts to the upper half of all price developments in our market portfolio from 1994 to 2016.
The resale value is clearly positive. Overall, the trend is negative but it shows a tendency of turning to positive.
The movement stands out in its power reserve as compared to other movements in our portfolio. Two complications are also slightly above-average.
Please note:
A low rating does not implicate a bad quality of the movement.