White Rolex Watches

Buying Advice

About White Rolex Watches

Shop pre-owned and unworn white Rolex watches at WatchGuys, including the Daytona, Datejust, Explorer II, Day-Date, and more. White is one of the most recognizable dial colors in the Rolex catalog and is home to two of the most sought-after configurations in the lineup: the Panda Daytona, widely considered the most desirable steel Daytona ever made, and the Polar Explorer II. Every white Rolex is authenticated by our in-house watchmakers, ships overnight, and is backed by our 2-year warranty. Prices from $5,000 to $60,000+.

The Panda Daytona

The "Panda" is a collector nickname for any Daytona with a white dial and contrasting black subdial rings, a layout that earned its name because the high-contrast dial resembles a panda's face. Rolex reintroduced the Panda configuration on a modern ceramic-bezel steel Daytona in 2016 with the ref. 116500LN, then updated it in 2023 with the current ref. 126500LN, which carries the new Caliber 4131 and a 72-hour power reserve. On the secondary market, the white Panda dial consistently commands a premium over the black Reverse Panda, typically $2,000 to $3,000 for the discontinued 116500LN and around $4,000 to $6,000 for the current 126500LN. Browse our dedicated Rolex Panda collection for full availability.

The Polar Explorer II

The Polar is another collector nickname for the white-dial variant of the Rolex Explorer II. The name traces back to the 1985 ref. 16550, which introduced the white dial as an alternative to the black, and it has stayed with the model through every generation since. The current 42mm ref. 226570 features a clean white dial with black-outlined hands, a 24-hour orange hand, and the iconic 24-hour fixed bezel. The Polar is often cited as one of the most legible and versatile white-dial sport Rolexes available, and it sits well below the Panda Daytona in price, making it an attractive entry point for buyers who want the tool-watch aesthetic with a white face.

Other White Dial Models

White dials appear across most of the Rolex catalog. The Datejust offers white dial configurations in 36mm (refs. 126234, 126200) and 41mm (refs. 126334, 126300) with both stick and Roman numeral indexes. The Day-Date (refs. 228239, 228206, 128239) produces white dials exclusively in precious metal cases. The Yacht-Master II (refs. 126680, 126688) features a matte white lacquered dial, and the Oyster Perpetual has historically offered white as well. White dials pair with every Rolex bracelet (Oyster, Jubilee, President) and every bezel type (smooth, fluted, Cerachrom, engraved 24-hour).

White Rolex Price

Pre-owned white Rolex prices span the full range of the catalog. White dial Datejust 36mm and 41mm references typically trade between $5,000 and $14,000 depending on reference, bezel, and bracelet. The Polar Explorer II 226570 generally falls between $9,000 and $11,000. The Panda Daytona 116500LN (discontinued 2024) trades between $28,000 and $32,000 on the pre-owned market, and the current 126500LN Panda trades between $32,000 and $40,000. White dial Day-Date references in yellow, white, or Everose gold range from $15,000 to $45,000. White dial Daytona variants in precious metal or with diamond bezels reach $50,000 to $60,000 or more. Contact our team for current pricing on any specific white Rolex.

Trusted Dealer

Why Buy White Rolex From WatchGuys

When you buy a pre-owned white Rolex for sale at WatchGuys, every watch is authenticated, accurately described, and protected by our 2-year warranty, Buyer Protection program, and overnight shipping.

Common Questions

White Rolex FAQ

• What is a Panda Daytona?

  Panda is a collector nickname for any Rolex Daytona with a white dial and contrasting black subdial rings at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock. The high-contrast layout resembles a panda's face, hence the name. The modern steel Panda Daytona debuted with the 116500LN in 2016 and was updated to the 126500LN in 2023. It is widely considered the most sought-after steel Daytona configuration on the secondary market and typically trades at a premium over the black-dial Reverse Panda version.

• What is a Polar Explorer II?

  Polar is the collector nickname for the white-dial Rolex Explorer II. The name originated with the 1985 ref. 16550, which was the first Explorer II to offer a white dial alongside the original black dial. Every generation since has carried the white dial as a standing option, including the current 42mm ref. 226570 and the previous 42mm ref. 216570. The Polar is known for exceptional legibility, the orange 24-hour hand, and a cleaner tool-watch look than the black-dial version.

• What Rolex models come with a white dial?

  White dials appear across nearly every Rolex collection. The most notable are the Daytona (Panda dial, refs. 116500LN and 126500LN), the Explorer II (Polar dial, refs. 226570 and 216570), the Datejust in 36mm and 41mm (refs. 126234, 126334, 126200, 126300), the Day-Date in precious metal (refs. 228239, 228206, 128239), and the Yacht-Master II (refs. 126680, 126688). White has also appeared historically on the Oyster Perpetual and Cellini lines.

• How much is a white Rolex?

  Pre-owned white Rolex prices span a wide range. White dial Datejust references typically trade between $5,000 and $14,000. The Polar Explorer II 226570 generally falls between $9,000 and $11,000. The Panda Daytona 116500LN trades between $28,000 and $32,000 on the pre-owned market, and the current 126500LN Panda trades between $32,000 and $40,000. White dial Day-Date references in precious metal range from $15,000 to $45,000, and white dial Daytonas in gold or with diamond bezels reach $50,000 to $60,000 or more.

• What is the difference between a Panda and Reverse Panda?

  The Panda has a white main dial with three black subdial rings. The Reverse Panda has a black main dial with three white (or silver) subdial rings. Both configurations exist on the same Daytona references (116500LN and 126500LN) and share identical cases, bezels, bracelets, and movements. The Panda typically trades $2,000 to $6,000 higher than the Reverse Panda due to stronger collector demand and more limited production.

• Is a white Rolex the same as a silver Rolex?

  No. White dials have a flat matte or lacquer finish with a true white base color. Silver dials have a metallic, reflective finish (often with sunray or other decorative texture) that shifts tone with the light. White reads cleaner and more modern, while silver tends to look dressier and more traditional. Rolex catalogs the two colors separately, and the price impact can be meaningful depending on reference.

Browse More