There are two databases where Rolex serial numbers held that are particularly useful. The first is Rolexs very own lost and stolen database, which is no longer available to public enquirers and held in house by Rolex for their own use, and made available to Police and similar authorities.

Is there a Rolex registry?

In addition to looking at the serial and model numbers, you can also reach out to the Rolex headquarters to check if the watch in question was reported missing. Since most Rolex owners choose to register their watches with Rolex USA via serial numbers, they also tend to report cases of theft or loss.

Is there a database for stolen watches?

MyStolenWatсh is an international database of lost and stolen watches. It is a platform that gives everyone the opportunity to enter, free of charge, your lost or stolen watch, with the purpose of being able to trace it.

What do I do if I lost my Rolex?

If your Rolex has been stolen, you need to:File a police report and include the serial number of the watch as well as any other unique engravings.Submit a copy of the police report to the Rolex database.More items

How do you tell if a watch is stolen?

You can ask for a serial number and then pay money to find out if its on a list of stolen watches ( which is not even close to being complete ) thats if you can get the seller to give you the real serial number on the watch before you buy it.

What happens if I buy a stolen watch?

If your watch gets stolen or is even just lost, you relay the model number and serial number to the brand. The brand will seize the watch and return it to its rightful owner.

Should I hide my Rolex serial number?

Keeping your watchs serial number private is probably a good idea. Every 2020 No-Date Rolex Submariner in Oystersteel will have the same reference number: 124060. Only the one on my wrist right now (if I were so lucky), however, has the serial number [REDACTED].