On early Rolex watches they stamped the Serial Number on the outside of the case back. Then, around the mid-1940s they moved the serial number to the side of the case (between the lugs) at the 6 o'clock position. It is worth mentioning that the Case Reference Number (i.e. the Model Number) is located on the opposite side of the case at the 12 o'clock position -- the bracelet now must be removed to access these numbers.

Please click on the following links below to view illustrations of where your serial number can be found.

The serial number is located on the reverse of the quality control tag. As of June 2005, the serial number can be found in 3 locations.

Email Omega via their web page at http://www.omega.ch, and click the "Contact Us" button, then send a message to the after sales department; they have all the records on your watch. Another way with detailed instructions is a short article written by one of the co-authors of this FAQ titled The how's and when's to contact Omega Vintage Information. While you are waiting for a detailed and exact answer from Omega.

In version 1, your serial number is printed on a white label on the front of the sleeve of the CD-ROM. It may also be printed on a label on the outside of the white shipping box. The format of the serial number is XXXX-YYYY-YYY-YYY where XXXX are letters. In release 1.0.1, it does not matter whether you type a zero or the letter 'o' for '0' nor whether you type a one or the letter 'i' for "1". In release 1.0, be sure to type one, not 'i', and zero, not 'o'.

While most high-end watch companies utilize 1.4435 (or 316L) Stainless Steel, Rolex uses 1.4439 (or 904L) Stainless Steel. While they both have the same grade of hardness, 904L has a slighytly higher nickel discharge, and thus a slightly higher resistance to corrosion. 904L is mainly used in industry applications handling chlorides, sulfer dioxide gas or other toxic materials.

No. The serial number only tells us when your box was manufactured. The model number is on a decal located on the outside of the equipment or in some cases on the inside cover of the equipment.

We have been Nashville watchmakers since 1947 and have been working on Rolex watches locally since then. We have been repairing Rolex watches nationally since 1998. We have an account in good standing with Rolex's parts department. We have the employment of 3 experienced watchmakers with a total of over 125 years experience repairing Rolex watches.

We recommend that you have a mechanical timepiece cleaned and serviced every 3 to 4 years. Just like with a car, a Rolex watch needs regular maintenance to keep it running in optimal condition. It is critical to keep mechanical watch parts well lubricated and clean. A Rolex Watch is an investment that will keep it's value if serviced regularly.

Answer:For diesel machines, the serial number locates beside the drain plug. For gasoline machines, the serial number is stuck on the side of the starter.

You can just simply punch in *#06# or check under the battery and look for the EMI number and is 15 digits long and on a white sticker.