Where Is Reference Number On Rolex Submariner?

The reference/model number is engraved between the lugs on the 12 o’clock side where the bracelet meets the watch case as pictured below. The reference/model number is actually a collection of numbers identifying what the watch was, what is was made of and the type of bezel.

Where is a watches reference number?

In some cases, the reference number is engraved on the case. For example, reference numbers for Rolexes sit between the lugs at 12 o’clock. To see it, you have to remove the band. Other manufacturers may place it on the case back or, in rare cases, on the dial itself.

What are the numbers on the back of a Rolex watch?

Rolex model numbers are four, five or six numerical digits long. The first two to four digits describes the type of watch. If the model number is five or six digits long, the second to the last number describes the bezel and the last number describes the metal type the watch is made from.

How do I tell what year my Rolex Submariner is?

Every Rolex is engraved with a unique serial number. This indicates what year the watch was made, and can be used to authenticate and value the timepiece.

Is a reference number A serial number?

These are two totally different things. The Serial number is a unique number only for your watch and can also tell you the estimated date of production. The model reference is Rolex’s way of identifying the model and materials used on your particular Rolex.

Is reference number and serial number the same?

Unlike a unique serial number, Rolex reference numbers (also known as model numbers) are shared across watches. Among other things, the first few numbers tell you what particular collection a Rolex watch belongs to. Furthermore, a reference number also includes codes for material and bezel type.

How do I know my Rolex is genuine?

Here are some factors to look out for:

1. Rolex serial number. Every Rolex watch has a unique serial number consisting of 4 – 8 characters.
2. Serial number placement & quality.
3. The Rolex logo.
4. Metal case back.
5. Movement.
6. Seconds hand.
7. Sound.
8. Date display.

How can u tell if a Rolex watch is real?

Even though a Rolex replica seller can copy the serial number itself, no charlatan can copy the way in which Rolex engraves it! On its high-quality and smooth metal body, the Rolex serial numbers are engraved perfectly and precisely. In contrast, an “etched” serial number on the watch indicates a fake product.

How many numbers are in a Rolex serial number?

About Rolex Serial & Reference Numbers
Rolex watches are special for many reasons, one of the unique characteristics of every Rolex is the exclusive five to eight digit serial number on each timepiece. The serial number is engraved between the lugs at the 12 o’clock position.

What does a Rolex serial number look like?

Rolex engraves or assigns a 4-6 digit model number to every watch type it produces. This number can be found engraved between the lugs on the side of the case above 12 o’clock. The model number can indicate the model type, bezel, and material of your watch.

Can you sell a Rolex watch without papers?

Can You Sell a Pre-owned Rolex Without the Original Papers? In short, yes, you can still sell a pre-owned Rolex without the original papers.

How do I get a reference number?

How to create reference numbers for your documents

1. Name. The name for the reference type.
2. Type. This will indicate which type of document will use this reference.
3. Title. This indicates the title of the document.
4. Prefix. The desired prefix for the reference.
5. Last Reference.
6. Digits.
7. Comments.
8. Addendum.

How do I find out what model my Rolex is?

Rolex model or reference numbers are listed on the certificates Rolex issues, but it’s also available on the watch case itself. You will have to remove the bracelet to find it. The reference/model number is engraved between the lugs on the 12 o’clock side where the bracelet meets the watch case as pictured below.

How much does Rolex authentication cost?

The fees for authentication are S$280 for all brands and S$190 for all modern stainless steel Rolex produced after 1990s. If you need the condition of the watch to be assessed with digital print-out from our timing instruments, the additional fee is S$50.

How do I find out how much my Rolex is worth?

Table of contents:

1. How to value your Rolex watch.
2. Authenticate the brand.
3. Check your model & serial number.
4. Check the condition of your watch.
5. Check the material your watch is made of?
6. Check if you have the original box & papers.
7. Check the market value.

Does a Rolex have engraved on the back?

Most Rolex watches do not have engraved words on the caseback. The few exceptions to this rule are the Sea Dweller, military watches, COMEX, and other very rare editions. Older Rolex models like 69172, 69173, and 69174 also have engravings on the back with “Stainless Steel” and “Registered Design”.