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How do I set a Rolex watch?
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Setting your Rolex watch is an intricate process. You may need to wind your watch first — if you have gone several days without wearing your watch, you wind it before setting the day, time or date. With respect to setting your watch — for most Rolex watches, here are the steps: Pull the crown out to the first notch. Then, in order to set the date, turn the crown in a counter-clockwise direction (for the time, you’ll want to turn it clockwise until you find the accurate hour and minute). Pull the crown out to the last notch in order to set the day of the week. When you have the day, date and time set, you can push the crown to a closed position. On 1stDibs, find authentic Rolex watches from top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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1981 Rolex Air King 5500 Silver Dial 34mm Watch Stainless #25018
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex Air King
Model: 5500
Serial: 6559514
Stainless steel case - 34mm in diameter
Silver dial with stick markers
No Date
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Category
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2000 Rolex Submariner 40mm Oyster Perpetual Two Tone Blue Dial and Blue Bezel
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Year: 2000.
Brand: Rolex.
Gender: Men's.
Dial Color: Blue.
Type: Wristwatch.
Case Size: 40mm.
Bezel Color: Blue.
Model: Submariner.
Condition: Excellent.
Band/Strap: Bracelet.
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Category
Early 2000s Wrist Watches
Vintage Rolex Zephyr Oyster Date 35mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
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20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches
1950's Ladies Rolex Cocktail 17mm Solid 14K Yellow Gold Watch with Gold Dial.
By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Dial: Gold.
Year: 1950's.
Brand: Rolex.
Crystal: Glass.
Model: Cocktail.
Dial Color: Gold.
Gender: Women's.
Weight: 29.5 Grams.
Condition: Very Good.
Case Dimensions: 17mm.
Movement: Manual-Wind.
Bracelet Size: Fits Max 6.5" Wrist.
Metal Type: 14K Solid Yellow Gold.
Bracelet / Strap: 14K Solid Yellow Gold.
Service: Complete Overhaul Service on 04/14/2026.
Box / Certification: Custom Box / Certificate of Authenticity.
Warranty: Includes One (1) Year Limited Service Warranty.
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Category
Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Classic Rolex Datejust 6916 in Stainless Steel
By Rolex
Located in Bloomington, MN
Classic Rolex Datejust 6916 in Stainless Steel
This Rolex Datejust 6916 is crafted in stainless steel and features a clean silver-tone dial with baton hour markers, a date display, ...
Category
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Materials
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By Rolex
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Brand: Rolex.
Dial: Diamond.
Bezel: Diamond.
Crystal: Sapphire.
Condition: Good.
Gender: Women's.
Case Dimensions: 31mm.
Reference Number: 6827.
Dial Color: Mother of Peal.
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Category
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Materials
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