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Rolex Caliber Encyclopedia

Browse our comprehensive collection of Rolex movements. Filter by type or search for a specific caliber.

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About Rolex Movements

Explore our comprehensive guide to Rolex movements. From vintage manual-wind calibers like the legendary 1570 to modern automatic chronographs like the 4130, discover the technical specifications, history, and compatible parts for every Rolex caliber.

Understanding Rolex Movements

Rolex movements are the beating hearts of every timepiece, representing decades of in-house innovation and Swiss watchmaking excellence. Each caliber is a certified chronometer, meeting the stringent standards set by COSC (Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres).

Movement Categories

  • Automatic Movements - Self-winding calibers that harness wrist motion to power the watch. Examples: 3135, 3235, 3285
  • Manual-Wind Movements - Classic hand-wound calibers found in vintage pieces. Examples: 1570, 1575
  • Chronograph Movements - Complex calibers with stopwatch functionality. Examples: 4030, 4130
  • GMT Movements - Dual-timezone calibers with independent hour hands. Examples: 3185, 3186, 3285

Finding Parts for Your Caliber

Browse our shop for genuine and high-quality replacement parts organized by caliber number. Whether you need balance wheels, mainsprings, date wheels, or complete movement components, we stock parts for the most popular Rolex calibers.

Need help identifying your movement? Contact us with your watch's reference number and we'll help you find the right parts.

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