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.