Sell Your Rolex GMT-Master II 'Batman' Watch
4 Reasons to Sell Your Rolex GMT-Master II 'Batman' Watch With Us
1. Trusted & Integrity
Decades of experience in the luxury watch market.
2. Top Dollar for Your Watch
Competitive pricing based on the current luxury market conditions.
3. Hassle-Free Process
Our dedicated experts make selling your watch a seamless experience.
4. Locations Across Major Cities
Find us in New York, Beverly Hills, and Miami.
Why Sell Your Watch With Wrist Aficionado?
Wrist Aficionado is a global leader in the procurement and sales of exceptional and rare timepieces.
Wrist Aficionado is a recognized authority in the luxury watch secondary market, with a global platform that connects sellers to a vetted network of collectors across North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Our specialists handle a wide range of Rolex references each year, from 1960s sports models to current 2026 releases, giving us continuous market intelligence and a clear view of where each reference is trading.
In Miami, this global reach combines with a physical South Beach presence that is uniquely positioned for the international and event-driven luxury market that defines the city. From Art Basel week and the Miami Grand Prix to high season for visiting collectors from across Latin America, our Miami boutique gives sellers access to a buyer pool that is both local and international at the same time.
Why Sellers Choose Wrist Aficionado for Their Rolex GMT-Master II Batman
Selling a Batman is rarely a routine transaction. The two-color Cerachrom bezel is a technical achievement that affects authentication, the bracelet choice between Oyster and Jubilee on the 126710BLNR has its own market dynamics, and condition factors specific to the GMT-Master II all carry weight. Sellers tend to come our way for a few specific reasons:
- Buyer Reach Where the Batman Actually Trades: Active clients across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the regions where Batman demand runs hottest, give your watch immediate, qualified visibility.
- Reference-Level Knowledge Across the Batman Catalog: Our team works with both Batman generations, including the original 116710BLNR with caliber 3186 launched in 2013, and the current 126710BLNR with caliber 3285 launched in 2019 on both Oyster and Jubilee bracelet configurations.
- Cerachrom Bezel Authentication: The blue-and-black two-color Cerachrom bezel was a technical milestone that took Rolex years to develop. Our specialists understand what an authentic factory Cerachrom Batman insert should look like, including the specific color transition characteristics and the way Rolex's bezel construction differs from any aftermarket interpretation.
- Bracelet-Aware Inspection: The 126710BLNR introduced the Jubilee bracelet option in 2019, producing the Batgirl nickname for that configuration. Whether your Batman is on the Oyster or Jubilee, link condition, clasp function, and overall bracelet integrity factor into valuation.
- Fully Insured Logistics: Every transaction is protected by fully insured shipping, secure handling, and complete documentation. Non-negotiable for pieces of this caliber.
- Honest, Direct Communication: No surprise deductions, no fine print buried in the offer, no pressure tactics. Just clear, straightforward conversation throughout.
- Multiple Paths to Sell: Choose between an outright purchase or consignment through our global network, whichever better fits the result you want.
- Hands-On Inspection by Rolex Specialists: Each Batman is personally evaluated by our team, with attention to case integrity, bezel insert condition, dial originality, bracelet condition, movement signatures, warranty card and matching paperwork, and any service documentation.
Our Boutiques
3 Options To Sell Your Luxury Watch
1. Consignment
We can sell and market your watch on consignment for an agreed upon duration of time.
2. Direct Sale
We can buy the watch from you directly at an agreed upon price.
3. Trade In
You can trade the watch in to us for an agreed upon price and use it towards your next dream piece.
YOU GET AN OFFER!
You submit your watch via the form on our website, and we get back to you within 24 hours with an offer by email. We may offer to consign your watch or purchase it directly.
YOU SHIP YOUR WATCH
We’ll arrange for fully insured shipping of your watch to us, regardless of where in the world you are. Follow detailed instructions in our How to Ship your Watch page.
YOU GET PAID!
If we agree on the purchase of your price, you get paid! If we cosign your watch, we’ll process your payment once the watch has been sold.
YOU GET AN OFFER!
You submit your watch via the form on our website, and we get back to you within 24 hours with an offer by email. We may offer to consign your watch or purchase it directly.
YOU SHIP YOUR WATCH
We’ll arrange for fully insured shipping of your watch to us, regardless of where in the world you are. Follow detailed instructions in our How to Ship your Watch page.
YOU GET PAID!
If we agree on the purchase of your price, you get paid! If we cosign your watch, we’ll process your payment once the watch has been sold.
Rolex GMT-Master II Batman Reference Guide
Find your Rolex GMT-Master II Batman reference below to get an accurate offer from our experts.
Rolex GMT-Master II Batman
| Reference Number | Material, Case Size |
|---|---|
| 116710BLNR | Stainless Steel, 40mm |
| 126710BLNR | Stainless Steel, 40mm |
About the Rolex GMT-Master II Batman
The Batman launched in 2013 with the reference 116710BLNR and represented one of the most significant technical milestones in modern Rolex production. The two-color Cerachrom ceramic bezel insert in blue and black was the result of years of internal development at Rolex's bezel-manufacturing facility. Cerachrom is colored at the ceramic-firing stage, and pairing two distinct colors in a single insert required engineering new manufacturing processes that did not previously exist in industrial ceramic production. The 116710BLNR was the first GMT-Master II to receive a Cerachrom two-color bezel and the launching reference for what would become a broader Rolex shift away from aluminum bezel inserts on the sport collections.
The 116710BLNR used the caliber 3186 movement, the same caliber that had powered the preceding 116710LN (the all-black Cerachrom GMT-Master II launched in 2007). Production of the 116710BLNR ran from 2013 to 2019, by which point the Batman had become one of the most pursued modern Rolex sport references on the secondary market. Demand consistently exceeded allocation, and the reference traded at meaningful premiums to retail throughout most of its production life.
In 2019, the 126710BLNR replaced the 116710BLNR with the upgraded caliber 3285 movement, bringing the Chronergy escapement, the Paraflex shock absorber system, and improved power reserve. The most visible change at launch was the introduction of the Jubilee bracelet as a factory option, the first time a Jubilee had been offered on a modern GMT-Master II at the brand's launch. The Jubilee configuration earned the Batgirl nickname in the collector community, and the Oyster configuration continued under the Batman name. Both bracelet variants share the same reference number but trade with distinct market dynamics depending on bracelet preference and broader allocation conditions.
What makes the Batman distinctive on the secondary market is the combination of its technical significance as the first two-color Cerachrom GMT-Master II, its sustained allocation pressure, and the bracelet flexibility introduced with the 126710BLNR generation. Individual references and bracelet configurations trade very differently from one another, and the reference and condition you own determine almost everything about how the watch sells.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Batman 126710BLNR is available on both Oyster and Jubilee bracelets. How does the Batgirl Jubilee configuration compare to the Batman Oyster in the secondary market?
Both configurations trade actively and the relative demand between them shifts over time. The Batman on Oyster carries the original sport-watch profile that has defined the GMT-Master II since launch. The Batgirl on Jubilee brought a dressier, more comfortable five-link bracelet to the modern GMT and built its own dedicated following. Over the production life of the 126710BLNR, the Jubilee configuration has often traded at a modest premium because of the perceived novelty of the bracelet pairing, but the Oyster variant has its own strong base of buyers who prefer the traditional sport profile. Both are actively bought and current secondary-market conditions inform the specific offer.
How much is my watch worth?
We base all of our valuations on current and historical sales and market data. To do this accurately it takes a lot of information like brand, model, condition, etc. of the watch into account. For this reason, we don’t provide an off-the-cuff ballpark range over the phone, chat or email. If you would like to get an accurate quote for your watch, just fill out the form above, and our valuation team will get back with you shortly.
What kind of watches do you accept?
We purchase Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe and Richard Mille, as well as a wide variety of independents. Fill out the form at the bottom of the page and we'll get right back to you.
How do I sell my watch to you?
We make the process as easy as possible for our sellers. But first thing you’ll need to do is fill out our quote form above to get the ball rolling. From there, you will receive an email that will give you next steps.
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