Question 1

Can I change the dial on a Rolex?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can change the dial on a Rolex. However, the luxury watchmaker cautions you not to try and make changes to Rolex watches yourself. To install a new dial, visit an authorized Rolex service center. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Rolex watches.

Question 2

What is a Rolex matte dial?

Accepted Answer

A Rolex matte dial is a timepiece made by the Swiss luxury watchmaker Rolex that has a particular type of dial or face. Matte refers to dials that have a flat finish rather than a glossy shine. Shop a wide range of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is a Rolex Ghost dial?

Accepted Answer

The term Rolex Ghost Dial is a nickname for rare variants of Rolex Datejust watches from the 16XXX series. These timepieces have gray dials with white text and silver-toned hour markers. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Rolex Datejust watches.

Question 4

What does the dial on a Rolex Submariner do?

Accepted Answer

The dial on a Rolex Submariner tracks the time. A diving bezel that surrounds it allows the wearer to measure decompression stops while scuba diving. Its presence and high level of water resistance are what makes the timepiece a diver's watch. Shop a variety of Rolex Submariner watches on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is the Rolex lapis dial?

Accepted Answer

The Rolex lapis dial is a watch face or dial crafted out of lapis lazuli, a semiprecious stone. Timepieces that feature the dial catch the eye, thanks to their vibrant cobalt blue color. Shop a selection of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.

Question 6

Can I change the dial color on a Rolex?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can indeed change the dial color on your Rolex watch. To avoid any damage to your luxury timepiece, you can contact Rolex directly to discuss options. You’ll also find a large collection of Rolex watches from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is a maxi dial on a Rolex 5513?

Accepted Answer

The maxi dial on the Rolex 5513 refers to the hour and minute hands, which are larger on this particular model than the standard markers on other styles. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted Rolex watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What are the three dials on a Rolex Daytona?

Accepted Answer

The three different dials on the Rolex Daytona mark different times. The sub dial at 3 o'clock marks the chrono minutes, the sub dial at 6 o'clock marks the seconds for the time and the sub dial at 9 o'clock shows the number of hours elapsed for the chrono. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the top sellers around the world.

Question 9

Does Rolex make an Arabic dial?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Rolex did make watches with an Arabic dial from roughly the 1950s to the late 1970s. It then revived the Arabic dial again in 2016. Today the company no longer makes the Arabic dial, and all of the ones they produced in the past were limited editions. Find vintage and contemporary Rolex watches from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What color dial does a Rolex Daytona Panda have?

Accepted Answer

A Rolex Daytona Panda has a white dial with contrasting black sub-dials. The term panda applies to any chronograph timepiece that has a black-on-white design. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Rolex Daytona watches from some of the world’s top sellers.

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