How To Find Your Rolex Serial Number

If you need to access the serial number and model reference of your Rolex watch, you can follow these steps:

1. Prepare the tools: To remove the bracelet/strap, you may need a spring bar tool or a small screwdriver, depending on the type of bracelet/strap your watch has.

2. Secure the watch: Place the watch on a soft surface to avoid scratching the case or crystal while working on it.

3. Locate the spring bars: Look for the small spring bars that connect the bracelet/strap to the watch case. They are usually located near the lugs on both sides of the watch.

4. Release the spring bars: Using the spring bar tool or screwdriver, carefully push in the spring bar from the side to release it from the lug. Repeat this process for the other side of the bracelet/strap.

5. Remove the bracelet/strap: Once both spring bars are released, gently slide the bracelet/strap out of the lugs on the watch case.

6. Find the engraving: With the bracelet/strap removed, you should be able to see the serial number and model reference engraved on the case between the lugs. The serial number is typically located at the 6 o’clock end, while the model reference is at the 12 o’clock end.

7. Record the information: Make note of the serial number and model reference for your records. You may need this information for future reference or if you ever need to have your watch serviced.

8. Reattach the bracelet/strap: To reattach the bracelet/strap, simply align the spring bars with the lugs and gently push them back into place until you hear a click, indicating they are securely in position.

By following these steps, you should be able to access the serial number and model reference of your Rolex watch. Remember to handle your watch with care to avoid any damage during the process.

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1925 – 1930

25 – 27xxx = 1925
28 – 29xxx = 1926

30 – 32xxx = 1927
33 – 34xxx = 1928

35 – 37xxx = 1929
38 – 39xxx = 1930

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1931 – 1940

40 – 41xxx = 1931
42 – 44xxx = 1932
45 – 48xxx = 1933
49 – 62xxx = 1934

63 – 80xxx = 1935
81 – 98xxx = 1936
99 – 116xxx = 1937
117 – 134xxx = 1938

135 – 163xxx = 1939
164 – 193xxx = 1940

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1941 – 1950

194 – 222xxx = 1941
223 – 252xxx = 1942
253 – 282xxx = 1943
283 – 347xxx = 1944

348 – 412xxx = 1945
413 – 489xxx = 1946
490 – 549xxx = 1947
550 – 607xxx = 1948

608 – 672xxx = 1949
673 – 736xxx = 1950

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1951 – 1960

737 – 803xxx = 1951
804 – 868xxx = 1952
869 – 933xxx = 1953
934 – 1104xxx = 1954

1105 – 1080xxx = 1955
1090 – 1160xxx = 1956
1170 – 1230xxx = 1957
1240 – 1310xxx = 1958

1320 – 1390xxx = 1959
1400 – 1480xxx = 1960

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1961 – 1970

1480 – 1557xxx = 1961
1558 – 1662xxx = 1962
1663 – 1709xxx = 1963
1710 – 1791xxx = 1964

1792 – 1869xxx = 1965
1870 – 2159xxx = 1966
2160 – 2419xxx = 1967
2420 – 2679xxx = 1968

2680 – 2949xxx = 1969
2950 – 3209xxx = 1970

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1971 – 1980

3210 – 3469xxx = 1971
3470 – 3739xxx = 1972
3740 – 3999xxx = 1973
4000 – 4179xxx = 1974

4280 – 4529xxx = 1975
4530 – 4999xxx = 1976
5000 – 5399xxx = 1977
5400 – 5899xxx = 1978

5900 – 6399xxx = 1979
6400 – 6899xxx = 1980

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1981 – 1990

6900 – 7299xxx = 1981
7300 – 7799xxx = 1982
7800 – 8299xxx = 1983
8300 – 8599xxx = 1984

8600 – 9289xxx = 1985
9290 – 9759xxx = 1986
9760 – 9999xxx = 1987
Rxxxxxx = 1988

Lxxxxxx = 1989
Exxxxxx = 1990

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1991 – 2000

Xxxxxxx = 1991
Nxxxxxx = 1991
Cxxxxxx = 1992

Sxxxxxx = 1993
Wxxxxxx = 1995
Txxxxxx = 1996

Uxxxxxx = 1997
Axxxxxx = 1998
Pxxxxxx = 2000

Rolex Serial Numbers – 1991 – 2000

Xxxxxxx = 1991
Nxxxxxx = 1991
Cxxxxxx = 1992

Sxxxxxx = 1993
Wxxxxxx = 1995
Txxxxxx = 1996

Uxxxxxx = 1997
Axxxxxx = 1998
Pxxxxxx = 2000

Rolex Serial Numbers – 2001 – 2009

Kxxxxxx = 2001
Yxxxxxx = 2002
Fxxxxxx = 2004

Dxxxxxx = 2005
Zxxxxxx = 2006

Mxxxxxx = 2008
Vxxxxxx = 2009

Rolex Serial Numbers – 2010 Onwards

Starting in 2010, Rolex implemented a new random numbering system for its serial numbers. This means that to pinpoint the production date of a Rolex made in late 2010 and beyond accurately, the watch’s accompanying paperwork must be consulted.