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Explorer & Explorer II
Rolex’s mountaineering line. The 36mm and 40mm Explorer and the white-dial “Polar” Explorer II are clean, understated, and consistently in demand.
Typical Canadian offer (CAD)
$7,000 – $24,000
What your Explorer & Explorer II is really worth
The 36mm 124270 and 40mm Explorer, plus the 42mm Explorer II in black and white “Polar” dials, are favourites for their tool-watch purity. Vintage references — the 1016 and the orange-handed 1655 “Freccione” — carry meaningful collector premiums.
Quick answer
A Rolex Explorer & Explorer II is typically worth between $7,000 and $24,000 CAD on the Canadian secondary market, depending on the reference, condition, and whether you have box and papers. References like 124270, 224270, 216570 and 214270 sit at the higher end. Submit your details for a free, specific valuation.
In-demand references
Known to collectors as the Freccione, Polar.
What affects your offer
- Reference & year — exact ref number and production era.
- Condition — unworn commands a premium; service-needed is still welcome.
- Box & papers — a full set adds value, but isn’t required.
- Originality — original dial, bezel and bracelet matter most.
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What’s your Explorer & Explorer II worth?
Two minutes now, a real offer in hours. Free insured pickup across Canada — no obligation, no fees.
- Researched by a real Rolex specialist
- Your details stay private — Canada only
- Zero commitment to sell, ever
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Selling your Explorer & Explorer II
How much is a Rolex Explorer & Explorer II worth in Canada?+
A Rolex Explorer & Explorer II is typically worth between $7,000 and $24,000 CAD on the Canadian secondary market, depending on the reference, condition, and whether you have box and papers. References like 124270, 224270, 216570 and 214270 sit at the higher end. Submit your details for a free, specific valuation.
Can I sell my Explorer & Explorer II without box and papers?+
Yes. A full set adds value, but We Buy Your Watch buys Explorer & Explorer II watches with papers only, box only, or watch-only every week. Tell us exactly what you have and we factor it into a fair, transparent offer — no penalty for an honest, watch-only sale.
Which Explorer & Explorer II references are most in demand?+
For the Explorer & Explorer II, the most sought-after references include 124270, 224270, 216570, 214270 and 1016. Collector nicknames such as Freccione, Polar signal especially strong demand. Condition and originality of dial, bezel and bracelet have the biggest impact on your final offer.
How do I sell my Rolex Explorer & Explorer II in Canada?+
Submit the model, condition and completeness in our form for a researched offer within hours. If you accept, we arrange free fully-insured pickup anywhere in Canada, authenticate the watch in-house, and pay you the same day by e-Transfer, wire or certified cheque.
Last updated June 2026.