Rolex Certified Pre-Owned

Rolex Certified Pre-Owned Watches

The 1916 Company is proud to be part of the network of Official Rolex Jewelers, authorized to sell Rolex Certified Pre-Owned timepieces. Each watch in this collection is authenticated by Rolex, backed by a two-year Rolex international warranty, and marked with the Rolex Certified Pre-Owned seal. Whether you're browsing for a pre-owned Rolex for sale, a used Rolex watch, or shopping from the Rolex CPO collection, our expert team is here to guide you.

Rolex Watch Materials & Terminology

Proprietary Rolex Materials

• Oystersteel — Rolex's corrosion-resistant stainless steel alloy, often found on used and pre-owned Rolex sports models.
• Everose Gold — Rolex's exclusive 18k rose gold alloy, available on many two-tone and gold certified pre-owned Rolex watches.
• Cerachrom — A virtually scratch-proof ceramic bezel used in Rolex dive and GMT models like the Submariner and GMT-Master II.
• Chromalight — A long-lasting luminescent material used on modern Rolex dials and hands for visibility in low light.
• Rolesor — Rolex's patented combination of gold and steel, especially popular in Datejust and Daytona models.

Rolex Bracelets

• Oyster — A robust, flat three-piece link bracelet often seen on Rolex's Professional models and on popular pre-owned watches like the Submariner, Daytona, and Explorer.
• Jubilee — Known for its five-link construction, the Jubilee bracelet is highly flexible and frequently found on Datejust models in both vintage and modern pre-owned styles.
• President — A luxury bracelet with semi-circular three-piece links, exclusive to the Day-Date collection and select high-end Rolex watches.
• Pearlmaster — Elegant and refined, the Pearlmaster bracelet features rounded five-piece links and is often set with diamonds in women's Rolex models.
• Oysterflex — A sporty yet refined rubber bracelet with metal core, typically found on Rolex Yacht-Master and Daytona models in the certified pre-owned Rolex market.

Rolex Clasps

• Oysterclasp — A secure folding clasp most commonly seen on pre-owned Rolex Oyster bracelets, especially in the Datejust, Oyster Perpetual, and Air-King collections.
• Oysterlock — A reinforced clasp with a secondary safety catch, standard on Rolex Professional models such as the Submariner, GMT-Master II, and Explorer.
• Crownclasp — Rolex's most elegant and minimalist clasp, fully hidden beneath the bracelet and typically featured on Jubilee and President bracelets in Day-Date and select vintage models.

Rolex Watch Models

• GMT-Master — A vintage favorite known for its bi-color bezel and dual-time functionality.
• GMT-Master II — Popular in both modern and pre-owned markets for its independently adjustable hour hand and "Pepsi," "Batman," and "Root Beer" bezel variants.
• Submariner — The quintessential dive watch, often sought after in the certified pre-owned Rolex market for its rotating bezel and waterproof Oyster case.
• Cosmograph Daytona — A chronograph built for performance and endurance, frequently seen in steel, gold, and two-tone on the Rolex CPO market.
• Datejust — One of Rolex's most versatile models, available in nearly every metal, dial, and bracelet configuration.
• Day-Date — Known as the "President's Watch," the Day-Date is a flagship luxury timepiece featuring both day and date displays.
• Oyster Perpetual — A minimalist design with no date complication, often preferred by purists shopping for entry-level Rolex watches.
• Sky-Dweller — A highly complicated dual-time and annual calendar model, favored among luxury travelers.
• Sea-Dweller — A deep-diving tool watch with helium escape valve and impressive water resistance, ideal for professional divers and collectors.
• Deepsea — Rolex's most extreme dive watch, offering water resistance to 3,900 meters and often found on used Rolex forums and collector sites.
• Explorer — Rugged and refined, the Explorer is built for adventurers and a staple in vintage and modern pre-owned Rolex inventories.
• Explorer II — A GMT-equipped version of the Explorer, popular for its fixed 24-hour bezel and brightly colored hand.
• Milgauss — A scientist's watch engineered to resist magnetic fields, famed for its lightning bolt seconds hand and green crystal.
• Air-King — A historically aviation-inspired Rolex, revived in recent years with modern updates and often available pre-owned.
• Yacht-Master — Blends luxury and sport with precious metal bezels and nautical roots.
• Yacht-Master II — A regatta timer chronograph designed for sailors, recognizable for its large case size and programmable countdown feature.
• Oysterquartz — A unique and discontinued quartz movement model with sharp case lines and retro appeal.
• Cellini — Rolex's refined dress watch collection, offering elegant complications and hand-wound movements.
• Pearlmaster — A jeweled variation of the Datejust, often set with diamonds and marketed toward collectors of high-jewelry timepieces.