Caring for your Rolex - Frequently Asked Questions | Rolex® (2024)

FAQs

How do I take care of my Rolex? ›

Thanks to Rolex expertise, your watch will require very little day-to-day care. You can help preserve its lustre by cleaning it occasionally with a microfibre cloth. You can also wash the case and bracelet from time to time using soapy water and a soft brush.

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.

There are few things more timeless and enduring than Rolex watches, and these iconic luxury timepieces are among the very few items that can be worn all day, every day, and last for a person's entire life.

If you don't wear it every day, say you have other watches you like to wear or you only like to wear it at work, then you'll want to wind it every 1 to 2 days while not on your wrist. The alternative is investing in a watch winder to store the watch in when it's not on your wrist.

Rolex Winding Instructions

Do not pull the crown out at all (like you would to set the time or date); the natural position that the crown pops into once it is completely unscrewed from the case will be the correct position for manual winding.

Gently wipe away fingerprints, dirt, and dust to keep the watch looking its best. Proper Storage: When not wearing your Rolex, store it in a dry and cool place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Consider using a watch box or pouch to prevent scratches.

Most Rolex watches will last a lifetime. That's why there's such an incredible market for used watches. Rolex makes highly reliable and precise movements to the point where some owners have worn their watches for 20+ years without any servicing.

Rolex Service Costs

On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $800 to $1,500 for a standard overhaul, which includes disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly of the watch. However, this price range is just a general guideline and can fluctuate based on the specific needs of your timepiece.

Every Official Rolex Jeweler and Rolex affiliate is authorized to receive your Rolex watch for servicing.

Yes, I slept and showered with the watch and for at least a couple of years, the watch never came off of my wrist.

Is it OK to wear Rolex in shower? ›

Rolex watches are waterproof in the sense that you will never have to worry about water damage while swimming, in the rain, while washing your hands, or in the shower. However, there is no such thing as a truly 'waterproof' watch, the correct term is 'water resistant.

In short, no. You cannot over wind a Rolex. All the Perpetual models have built in slip gear or clutch type mechanism built in. This prevents any excess energy from reaching the mainspring.

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.

Authentic Rolex watches will have their serial numbers deeply engraved, not something that is just scratched at the surface. Since 2002, Rolex has been micro-etching a crown logo at 6 o'clock. This is visible to the naked eye without a magnifying glass. Sometimes a tilt of the dial may help bring this to be visible.

What is the best and cheapest Rolex you can get? Any Air-King, Datejust, or Explorer on our list are fantastic choices if you're looking for a cheap Rolex watch. Still, a popular opinion among many Rolex enthusiasts is that the Air-King is the best affordable Rolex.

Rolex watches are crafted to the highest possible standards and built to last a lifetime. However, just like anything else mechanical, proper care and periodic maintenance is an important part of ownership.

Rolex Service Costs

On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $800 to $1,500 for a standard overhaul, which includes disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly of the watch. However, this price range is just a general guideline and can fluctuate based on the specific needs of your timepiece.

Most Rolex watches will last a lifetime. That's why there's such an incredible market for used watches. Rolex makes highly reliable and precise movements to the point where some owners have worn their watches for 20+ years without any servicing.

You don't want to let your Rolex sit without running as it may cause damage to the gears and components within the watch. You should always wind your Rolex if it has stopped running, and you should try to wear your Rolex as much as possible so that it frequently doesn't stop running.