Rolex
Submariner
R 269 900
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Market valuation
- Advertised price
- R 269 900
- Asking-price benchmark
- R 230 000 – R 275 000
- Verdict
- Fairly priced
- Valuation date
- 08 Nov 2026
How reliable is this? Low confidence.
There is little closely matched evidence, so treat this as a rough guide. The reference matches exactly (126610LN, 2022, full set). However, I found no confirmed South African sales and no priced South African pre-owned listings. The range rests on international asking prices converted at the ECB rate of 6 Nov 2026, before any landing costs. My research was also cut short by a tool-use limit.
Based on asking prices, not confirmed sales, so actual selling prices may be lower.
At R269,900, this 2022 full-set 126610LN sits near the top of a R230,000–R275,000 asking-price benchmark built from international listings. Private and forum full-set asks of 2022 watches convert to about R228,000–R238,000. Comparable dealer stock with a warranty, such as Watchfinder's 2022 example at $16,610, converts to about R274,700. Those figures don't include shipping, insurance, import duty or VAT. A South African dealer price with Rolex warranty cover still running is reasonable, but it is not a bargain: Shemer lists the watch new at R202,700, when one is available.
What could change this: There are no South African sale prices or priced local pre-owned listings. If similar 2022 full-set watches are selling locally for well under R250,000, the verdict moves to Above market. The second big factor is the real cost of landing an international watch in South Africa, which I haven't counted.
Missing evidence: Confirmed South African sale prices for the 126610LN, priced South African pre-owned dealer and private listings, and supported figures for shipping, insurance, duty and VAT to bring a watch into South Africa.
Not known
- The exact condition behind the 'good' grade: wear, polishing and any scratches on the bezel insert
- The warranty card date and how much of the 5-year Rolex warranty is left (a card dated 2022 likely runs out during 2027)
- Whether the papers are complete (card, booklets, tags) and whether the stated year matches the card
- Whether the 'Model Number: 126610LN' in the description is correct, since the reference number attribute is blank
- Service history
- Whether the dealer will negotiate below R269,900
- How long Rolex authorised dealers in South Africa make buyers wait for this reference
Comparables used
- Asking price
Rolex Submariner Date Oystersteel M126610LN-0001 (new, authorised dealer list price)
ZAR 202 700
Same reference, new from a Rolex authorised dealer. Used as a ceiling reference for new retail, not as a pre-owned comparable. The page is undated and doesn't say whether stock is available.
- Asking price
2022 Rolex Submariner Date 126610LN Full Set (eBay)
USD 13 995, about R 231 452 at 16.5382 on 2026-11-06, before any import costs
Same reference and year, full set, US listing open to offers. The rate is the ECB EUR cross (18.4649 ZAR / 1.1165 USD). Shipping, insurance and South African import costs are not included.
- Asking price
FSOT: 2022 Rolex Submariner Date 126610LN Full Set (Rolex Forums)
USD 13 800, about R 228 227 at 16.5382 on 2026-11-06, before any import costs
Same reference and year, full set, pre-owned. The price includes US delivery but not South African import costs. The post date is unknown.
- Asking price
WatchPatrol aggregate, Submariner 126610LN pre-owned listings (median ask)
USD 14 400, about R 238 150 at 16.5382 on 2026-11-06, before any import costs
Median ask across 347 international listings (low $13,500, high $15,000), mixed years and sets. These are asking prices, not sales.
- Asking price
Watchfinder pre-owned Rolex Submariner 126610 LN, 2022, box and papers
USD 16 610, about R 274 699 at 16.5382 on 2026-11-06, before any import costs
Same reference and year, box and papers, sold with a 24-month dealer warranty. Closest match to a dealer listing like the subject's. South African import costs are not included.
- Asking price
Rolex Submariner Date ref. 126610LN - 2022 - Full Set (Debonar Watches)
EUR 13 590, about R 250 938 at 18.4649 on 2026-11-06, before any import costs
Same reference and year, full set, European dealer with a 12-month warranty. EU VAT treatment and South African import costs are unknown.
An AI-researched estimate for information only. It is not an appraisal.
Seller offer
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Luxury Time
Good · Johannesburg · Gauteng
Availability last checked 09 Nov 2026, 03:00
First discovered 04 Nov 2026
Rolex Submariner Date Watch Model Number: 126610LN Stock Code: LT-W-WKUXY2 Includes Manufacturer's Box and Papers Gender: Men's Case Material: Stainless Steel Dial Color: Black Dial Bracelet/Strap: Stainless Steel Clasp Type: Deployment Movement: Automatic Screw Down Crown: Yes Bezel: Rotating Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Case Back: Solid Case Diameter: 41mm Warranty: Balance of Manufacturer Year: 2022 This Rolex Submariner Date Watch has undergone a thorough inspection of water resistance, accuracy, functionality, and condition. It has also been referenced against technical documents and manufacturer records where available to ensure authenticity and a clean history. This is a Pre-owned Rolex Submariner Date Watch .It has a 41mm Stainless Steel Case, a Black Dial on a Stainless Steel Oyster Bracelet . The watch is powered by an Automatic movement. Supplied with Balance of Manufacturer warranty. To order please E-mail info@luxurytime.co.za, Call: 012 940 1055 Availability 1-2 Days You can view this watch at any one of our branches - By appointment only.
Specifications
- Brand
- Rolex
- Model
- Submariner
- Collection
- Submariner
- Reference
- Not stated
- Condition
- Good(uncertain)
- Year
- 2022
- Case size
- 41 mm
- Case material
- Stainless steel
- Dial
- Black
- Movement
- Automatic
- Calibre
- Not stated
- Bracelet or strap
- Stainless steel
- Box
- Yes
- Papers
- Yes
- Gender
- Mens
Specifications come from the seller’s own listing. A value shown as “Not stated” was not supplied by the seller and has not been inferred.