In 2005, Rolex started engraving the serial number on the inside metal ring (also called the “rehaut” or French for flange) between the dial and the crystal, near the 6 oclock numeral. By 2008, Rolex stopped engraving the serial number on the case exterior and now only keeps it on the rehaut.

What if my Rolex does not have a serial number?

If a Rolex doesnt have a serial number, then it isnt genuine. Serial numbers can be faked, but this is extremely difficult to do well — especially on the inner bezel, where you find the serial number of Rolexes made after 2005.

When did Rolex go to random serial numbers?

2010 Starting about mid-way through 2010, Rolex started to “scramble” the serial numbers. These are also known as “random serials” or “scattered serials” and are not as bad as they sound. It just means its a watch from after 2010 that Rolex began implementing this new serial number system with.

Do all Rolex have engraved?

Caseback If you see a skeleton back on a new Rolex, its a sure sign of it being a fake! Another tell-tale sign on the case back is when there is engraving present. Except for the Rolex Deepsea and Rolex Sea-Dweller, Rolex do not, as standard, currently engrave any of their casebacks.

Where is Rolex serial number engraved?

6 oclock side The serial number, unique to each Rolex watch, is engraved upon the 6 oclock side. Every Rolex since 1987 has a serial number that uses a system of one letter preceding six digits.

What does random serial number mean Rolex?

Random serial numbers mean that the serial numbers that Rolex uses for their watches are not sequential. Prior to the introduction of random serial numbers, you could know when the watch was made by Rolex by looking at the serial number of a watch and comparing it with a serial number resource list.

Is it bad to engrave a Rolex?

Before you even consider an engraving, first turn your watch over to see if it can be engraved. If it has a plain case back, crafted from steel or a precious metal such as gold or titanium, youre fine — and can go ahead with whatever misguided inscription you want.

How much does it cost to engrave a Rolex?

A designer is creating customized Rolex watches inspired by gun engravings, starting at $10,000.