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Looking to buy a watch?
Browse our selection of luxury pre-owned watches, fully inspected to ensure quality and authenticity. Whether you’re looking for your next statement piece or want to invest in a classic heirloom, our collection includes watches from some of the most prestigious brands.
Rolex Selling Process
At Hart Time, we know it can be a difficult decision to sell your Rolex, that’s why we ensure a seamless process.
Get in Touch
Contact us with all the details of your watch, including:
- Model number
- Condition
- If original packaging is present
- Service and maintenance history if applicable
The more information we receive, the better the valuation we can carry out.
Arrange Your Appointment
We will arrange an appointment at our Kent-based office on a day and time that works for you so we can carry out our professional valuation. If you are unable to visit us at our office, you can post to our secure PO box.
Inspection and Valuation
During the appointment, we will carry out a thorough inspection and offer a fair price if we are satisfied with the authenticity.
Payment
If you are happy with the price quoted, we can make the payment into your bank account immediately.
Rolex Movement
Rolex watches are generally manual or automatic winding but the brand did produce some Quartz watches too. One of the key themes that run through any Rolex movement is reliability and their robust nature. While design is at the brands heart Rolex movements are also able to deal with the rigours of use and remain accurate.
High quality components, lubricants and precision engineering make Rolex movements one of the best in the world and one of the many reasons they are so sought after on the pre-owned market.
Submariner
The Submariner is one of the most famous watches in the world. This diving watch has a robust case and bracelet, but remains elegant and minimal. This model is available in a number of different colours and bracelet materials, from Gold to Steel. Over the years, the Submariner has changed very little to the casual eye, but variations in bracelet size, bezel material, clasp type, and more are well known to experts.
Key Features
- Water resistance: 300m
- Purpose: someone wanting the classic sports Rolex that can take real use and still look refined.
- The quintessential dive watch
- Rugged, classic style
Daytona
A true icon of the watch world, this motorsport chronograph is now one of the most desirable watches on the market. These are very hard to buy new, and the used market is very strong. There is a range of different versions made from materials including steel, platinum, white gold and more.
Key Features
- Water resistance: 100m
- Purpose: motorsports fans, collectors seeking a high‑performance chronograph
- Racing chronograph
- Motorsport heritage
GMT-Master
A unique watch for 2 reasons. One is the 24-hour hand that allows you to see the time in 2 zones, and the other is the dual colour bezel. The famous “Pepsi” Rolex is a GMT master with its red and blue bezel that was originally used by fighter pilots that were frequently travelling between two different time zones so they didn’t lose track of time. These watches are easy to spot and a firm favourite with Rolex customers globally due to their iconic features.
Key Features
- Water resistance: 100m
- Purpose: frequent travellers, aviation enthusiasts
- Dual time-zone
- Watch with iconic bezel
Datejust
The Datejust is a hugely selling watch and is very sought after. Due to the vast array of variants available, there is a Datejust for everyone. There are multiple options in terms of bracelet, case size, case material and dial colours. A trusty time keeper and a very elegant watch, the Datejust is a watch we buy and sell regularly for our customers.
Key Features
- Water resistance: 100m
- Purpose: everyday luxury timepiece
- Stylish, everyday style
- Versatile
The history of Rolex watches
In 1902 Hans Wilsdorf and his brother-in-law Alfred Davis founded a watch company. They used Hermann Aegler’s movements and placed them in high quality watch cases. These timepieces were sold to jewellers and marked as W&D. However, Hans has a dream to create a wrist watch. The brand Rolex was registered in 1908 with the names coming to Hans on a coach ride. The names was chosen because it is easy to say is any language and the power of the brand is testament to this initial thought. In 1910 a Rolex watch was the first wrist timepiece to be given a certificate of chronometric performance. This essentially meant it was checked and ratified as an exceptional time keeper.
From then on the brand become synonymous with accuracy and quality. In 1914 a Rolex watch was awarded a Class A precision certificate from the Kew Observatory which was normally reserved for Marine Chronometers. The exceptional level of time keeping and engineering quality is still at the heart of every Rolex watch today and has been one of the key pillars on which the globally recognised brand is built.
It was in 1926, just 21 years after Wilsdorf began making watches that the Oyster case was born. This was a revolution in watch design bringing a truly water proof case for watch users. But not only did it do what it was designed to do, it did it with style. The fluted bezel and caseback allowed the watch to be hermetically sealed but at the same time because a design icon for it’s aesthetics.
Our Rolex Authentication Process
It is critical that every Rolex we buy is thoroughly inspected so that it meets our standards of quality, condition, and authenticity. Here’s how we do it:
- Visual inspection – we check the watch case, dial, engravings, hands and markers, and crystal for any flaws.
- Serial and model numbers – we match the serial number against records for the year of production, and ensure it corresponds to its design, dial, and bezel.
- Paperwork – we examine the original box (if still with the watch), warranty card, receipts, and service history to ensure authenticity and provenance.
For more information on our authentication process, contact us today.
Why Buy, Part Exchange or Sell Your Rolex Watch With Hart Time?
At Hart Time, we have over 15 years of experience buying, selling, and part-exchanging Rolexes. This means we have the in-depth knowledge to ensure the best valuations and prices based on market value. We handle each sale with professionalism and discretion, whether you’re selling or buying. Contact us today and let us help you sell, or find the best Rolex for your budget and lifestyle.