Caring for your Rolex - Watch care and maintenance | Rolex® (2024)

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Caring for your Rolex - Watch care and maintenance | Rolex®? ›

To guarantee continued accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex recommends that you periodically return your watch to an Official Rolex Jeweler or Service Centre for professional servicing. It is recommended to service your Rolex approximately every 10 years depending on the model and real-life usage.

To guarantee continued accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex recommends that you periodically return your watch to an Official Rolex Jeweler or Service Centre for professional servicing. It is recommended to service your Rolex approximately every 10 years depending on the model and real-life usage.

As you'd expect, the cost of having a Rolex serviced will depend on the model, movement, and type of service. Standard service for watches is $600 to $1200.

One of the best things about owning a Rolex watch is wearing it and enjoying it every day. This daily, constant wear is one of the best ways you can care for your watch. While Rolex watches are famous for their durability and robustness, your Rolex will inevitably gain scratches and dings while you wear them.

“It's also not a good idea to wear your Rolex in the shower or hot tub. They can experience drastic temperature changes that can damage the gaskets. I recommend having the water resistance checked by a watchmaker every six months. And if a Rolex is over 20 years old, treat it as if it's not water resistant at all.”

With ever-improving technologies and high-quality materials, one would expect a modern Rolex to last several lifetimes if properly maintained. If properly maintained, a Rolex watch will last a lifetime.

If you take it off and set it aside, the watch will retain its “charge” for two days or more, depending on the model. However, if you haven't worn your Rolex for more than a couple of days and the watch has stopped, we recommend that you manually wind it when you set the time before putting it on.

Yes, you can get your authentic Rolex watch serviced without your original papers. Losing your original paperwork is not a rare occurrence at all. Rolex will still service your watch but needs a little more information first if you can't simply hand over your green guarantee card.

When the Rolex isn't worn, it will slow down and eventually stop. You will need to wind the Rolex so that it continues to run as you wear it. Keep in mind that the less you wear your Rolex, the quicker it will stop running and require winding. Each Rolex has its own power reserve time.

Availability. Walk into any authorized Rolex dealer, and you're going to see a lot of Datejusts, Day-Dates, Oyster Perpetuals, perhaps a Milgaus, maybe an Air-King, and usually a fresh batch of Cellini dress watches in a wide range of sizes and colors. You'll always see a swath of women's models.

How much does it cost to get a Rolex professionally cleaned? ›

A normal Rolex overhaul ranges from $600 to $1000 and will vary depending on your model, its condition and the type of service needed. Many factors come into play when it comes to the maintenance cost of a Rolex. So you can't be sure of the exact price until you leave your watch with your local AD (authorized dealer).

All you have to do after diving or a day at the beach is simply to rinse your watch with fresh water to remove any salt and sand deposits: wearing your watch while showering at the end of the day should do the trick. The Oyster case of your Rolex protects it from water and makes it completely dustproof and waterproof.

The first thing that you need to understand about scratch removal for your Rolex watch is that each time you polish away scratches from your timepiece, you are removing a thin layer of metal from the watch. If done correctly, this will not damage the watch in any significant way or cause it to depreciate in value.

As a general rule, it's recommended not to sleep with a luxury watch on. While it provides you the time immediately when you wake up, sleeping with a watch on may feel uncomfortable and there is a possibility that your watch can get damaged or incur long-term damage when you wear it to bed.

Winding your Rolex while wearing it on your wrist should be avoided. If found "dead" or in a non-functioning mode, do not shake your watch. Even after you have wound it, do not shake the watch if it does not start working. Simply rotate your wrist gently, which will allow the watch to.

Although Rolex watches are made to be superior in their resistance to scratching and dulling, they will occasionally display minor scratches on the bracelet but you needn't believe that can't be fixed.

Battery Change

Depending on the type of watch, it tends to cost anywhere from $10 to $90.

People who wear a Rolex are usually keen on details. If at one time or another you have found yourself staring at a Rolex wearer and noticing there is something bold and brilliant about him or her, it is probably because they are quite unique in a handful of ways.

You may be happy to learn that, generally speaking, yes, a Rolex watch will hold its value or increase in value over time. However, there are a few things you'll want to keep in mind before you sell Rolex watches or other luxury watch brands.

How much is the cheapest Rolex? ›

How much is the cheapest Rolex? The cheapest Rolex for women is the Oyster Perpetual Reference 276200 that costs $5,300 MSRP. For the men is the Oyster Perpetual Reference 126000 at $5,800 MSRP.

It's not to leave your automatic watch unwound. You can let your automatic watch unwound for extended periods of time with no damage to the movement. You can leave your automatic (or manual winding) watch unwound for long periods and not worry about it.

Push and screw the crown back in to the closed position. Wear your Rolex as normal, but at the end of the day, mark down the seconds and minutes lost or gained compared to the satellite clock. Repeat every night for at least 1 week but a month is even better.

After checking if it's original, running the serial number is important, for checking whether the Rolex wasn't reported missing. In that case, you wouldn't be able to cash it. On the other way, it can be really valuable for you. The serial number is a critical part of authenticating your watch.

The cost will depend on the type of servicing required and the state of the watch. Before every service, the condition of your watch will be evaluated by Rolex-certified watchmakers and you will receive an estimate for your approval for the cost of the service procedure.

As mentioned at the start, there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to the importance of having the box and papers. It's all down to your personal preference. Hopefully, you can make a more informed decision next time you buy a pre-owned watch.

Rolex recommends you have it loose enough to move it slightly on the wrist but tight enough that it can't be spun around or even brought completely off center. At the end of the day, the decision is yours. There will be wear on a bracelet no matter what.

You need to wrap it in a cloth or put it into a storage container so fine dust particles don't work their way into the inner movements of the watch. Rolex watches are designed to be worn in extreme climates, so it doesn't matter what temperature you store your watch at.

How much does a Sales Professional make at Rolex in the United States? Average Rolex Sales Professional yearly pay in the United States is approximately $50,000, which is 22% below the national average.

Jewelers (local or online):

This is by far the best option for selling a pre owned Rolex watch. With that being said, make sure that the jeweler/jewelry store is trustworthy and reputable.

Where is the cheapest place to buy a Rolex watch? ›

Wipe with a lint-free wipe soaked in water with a little soap added. Avoid using an alcohol solution, which could cause permanent damage to these materials. Be sure to concentrate on the moving parts (e.g., bracelet links) and uneven areas. Then leave it to dry, without wiping the watch.

The reason is that polishing a watch to remove nicks and scratches will result in much of the original surface area being removed and, in turn, the very architecture of the case, strap, bezel and lugs being irreparably altered.

The most tried and true method of cleaning your Rolex watch is a good rinse. You can use dish soap or hand soap, the key is simply to avoid all of the very strong chemicals that come with more rugged cleaners. Hand soap or dish soap is sufficient, and you only need a few drops.

If a Rolex doesn't have a serial number, then it isn't genuine. Serial numbers can be faked, but this is extremely difficult to do well — especially on the inner bezel, where you find the serial number of Rolexes made after 2005.

Genuine Rolex bands do sometimes have diamonds, but they are also authentic diamonds. Some people who sell fake diamond Rolex watches might also use fake diamonds in the body or band. Of course, identifying the authenticity of a diamond can be just as easily as identifying genuine Rolex links on a band.

If you wish to check the serial number on your Rolex watch, this can be found between the watch casing lugs at the 6 o'clock position. In 2005, Rolex decided to change where the serial number was displayed. Rolex moved the code to the inner watch rim, or the 'rehaut'.

Rolex watches are among the most prestigious timepieces in the world. However, not everyone knows that Rolex has never used batteries to power their watches. Instead, they use an ingenious system of gears and springs that work together to keep perfect time without any power source needed at all.

If you're unsure, it's best to go for a watch of around 36mm diameter which is a standard mid-size. More rounded or larger wrists can get away with any of the Rolex sizes which go right up to a 44mm. Always remember that the larger the watch you choose, the harder it is to wear the watch discreetly.

Clearly, divergent supply and demand is what's driving the scarcity of Rolexes available for purchase. Demand is astronomically high, and even a supply of one million new watches per year can't meet it. It comes down to a numbers game, and there's no sign that this will be changing any time soon.

How often should I polish my Rolex? ›

You may be wondering how to polish a watch without damaging it. Polishing can help remove scrapes on your watch whether they are deep scratches or minor scuffs. It is ideal to polish your watch every three months to keep it looking shiny and in good condition.

Don't - Use Toothpaste

You might come across recommendations to use toothpaste as a solvent for removing dirt and grime from your watch. But toothpaste is abrasive. It has a hardness of around 3 or 5 on the Mohs Scale of Hardness.

People also ask: “Can I wear Rolex in the pool?” / “Can I wear Rolex in the shower?” / “Can you wear a Rolex in the ocean?” / “How deep can I dive with a Rolex?” All Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatches are waterproof to depths of at least 100 metres. The Perpetual 1908 is waterproof to a depth of 50 metres.

How much does it cost to service a Rolex? It costs around $800 to service a Rolex. A normal Rolex overhaul ranges from $600 to $1000 and will vary depending on your model, its condition and the type of service needed. Many factors come into play when it comes to the maintenance cost of a Rolex.

All Rolex watches except for the Cellini use the Oyster case, which means they have a water resistance of at least 100m. With that said, shouldn't you be able to wear your watch when showering? The answer to this question is yes. You can shower with your Rolex watch.

Perpetual watches can run without being manually wound each time. The watch stays wound through the perpetual motion created as it is worn on the wrist. When the Rolex isn't worn, it will slow down and eventually stop. You will need to wind the Rolex so that it continues to run as you wear it.

Rolexes have been passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms and with the right care and maintenance, you can expect your Rolex to last you a lifetime. Rolexes are among some of the most high-quality watches in the world, and the brand has been committed to excellence right from the beginning.

To guarantee continued accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex recommends that you periodically return your watch to an Official Rolex Retailer or Service Centre for professional servicing. It is recommended to service your Rolex approximately every 10 years depending on the model and real-life usage.

Many vintage Rolex watches are worth much more than they were ever sold for as new. One very important note is that if you buy a new Rolex watch, it will lose value as soon as you take it home from the authorised Rolex dealer who is kind enough to sell it to you.

Water is the natural element for a Rolex with a metal bracelet, including the salt-water of the sea and ocean. All Rolex wristwatches are waterproof to depths of at least 100 metres for Oyster Perpetual models, and 50 metres for Cellini models.

Is it OK to wear a Rolex in the pool? ›

That being said, it is all right to wear your Rolex into the water with you, weather it's a chlorinated pool, hot tub or salty ocean. Your Swiss masterpiece is built like a tank, and the general rule of thumb is; whatever you can handle your Rolex can handle as well.

Availability. Walk into any authorized Rolex dealer, and you're going to see a lot of Datejusts, Day-Dates, Oyster Perpetuals, perhaps a Milgaus, maybe an Air-King, and usually a fresh batch of Cellini dress watches in a wide range of sizes and colors.

It's unadvisable to buy a pre-owned Rolex without the papers. A certain number of watches are sold without papers and you will pay less for them because of that. And it's good to note that watch enthusiasts who like to own and wear watches can place less value in whether or not the watch come with the original papers.