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How do I change the date on a Rolex watch?

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How do I change the date on a Rolex watch?
Changing the date on your Rolex watch differs by which watch you have. It’s a good idea to refer to your Rolex information or check with your retailer to determine how to change the date on your specific Rolex. That said, most Rolex watches allow you to change the date by unscrewing the crown and setting it in the first or second position and turning clockwise or counter-clockwise, again depending on which type of watch you own. Find a collection of vintage and modern Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Rolex circa 1980 Montre 36 mm Acier Or Oyster Perpetual Date Steel Gold Watch
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Located in PARIS, FR
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 36mm watch, circa 1980, in steel and yellow gold; automatic movement, gold dial with baton markers, smooth yellow gold bezel, yellow gold signed crown, an...
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Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Rolex Mens Wrist Watch 1550 Oyster Perpetual Date Retro Original 1974
By Rolex
Located in Dearborn, MI
Rolex Mens Wrist Watch 1550 Oyster Perpetual Date Retro Original 1974 Genuine Rolex 1550 Wrist Watch 1974 Oyster Perpetual Date Runs Great Keeps Perfect Time All Functions Work...
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Rolex x Loree Rodkin Custom Diamond-Set Watch, Stainless Steel, 1990
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
This authentic Rolex x Loree Rodkin custom watch is a rare jewellery-led timepiece combining classic Rolex watchmaking with Loree Rodkin’s distinctive gothic luxury aesthetic. Design...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Silver

1989 Rolex Ladies Watch 69173 Two Tone Silver Dial Jubilee Band #26297
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1989 Rolex Ladies Two Tone Watch Model: 69173 Serial: L753892 This classic two tone ladies Rolex watch is set in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold. Two tone jubilee band fits up...
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Datejust 41 mm 126334 Wimbledon UNWORN 2026 Slate Roman Oyster
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
New Rolex Datejust 41 mm 126334 Wimbledon UNWORN 2026 Slate Roman Oyster Complete All the bells and whistles included, all you see in the pictures, one like was removed at day of pu...
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Steel GMT 42mm 216570 Orange Hand Black Dial Automatic Watch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
In excellent condition Rolex Explorer ll 42mm with extra links if needed. It's unpolished but in fantastic condition with no issues to note. It has 11 links which should fit a 7" wri...
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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