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redshirt1957 · 11 October 2007, 12:37 AM

Just for the fun of it, and for insurance purposes, I have taken off the bracelet(s) from OUR Rolexs and noted the serial and model numbers. I then compared the model numbers to a Rolex Model Chart, found on the internet, to make sure they match the watch (Model/Bezel/Material). Easy with five digit model numbes, but not so with four digit numbers. One question? The model number of my wife's midsize is 68273 and I cannot find a reference for the type of bezel, which I understand, is the second to last number (i.e. 7). Seems the chart for bezel types only goes up to 6. Hmmmm? Guess I need to buy the Rolex bible for more detailed research.

SPACE-DWELLER · 11 October 2007, 02:02 AM

Then

USE THE SEARCH BUTTON AGAIN!!

Just kidding!

I believe you can find the info in the book "The Rolex Report", if I am not mistaking.

I don't have the book with me at work, so if you have it,

look it up
buy the book from this link: John E. Brozek's site! CLICK!, or
wait for more replies

Tools · 11 October 2007, 02:28 AM

Red,

The "reading" of model numbers is not cast in stone.. There are exceptions and your mid-size is probably one of them..

68273 is the TT mid size DJ with fluted? bezel:

Here's a good pic..

11 October 2007, 12:37 AM	#1
redshirt1957 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Real Name: Bubba Location: Bitsyville! Watch: Blue YM today! Posts: 10,053	I did use the search button before posting Just for the fun of it, and for insurance purposes, I have taken off the bracelet(s) from OUR Rolexs and noted the serial and model numbers. I then compared the model numbers to a Rolex Model Chart, found on the internet, to make sure they match the watch (Model/Bezel/Material). Easy with five digit model numbes, but not so with four digit numbers. One question? The model number of my wife's midsize is 68273 and I cannot find a reference for the type of bezel, which I understand, is the second to last number (i.e. 7). Seems the chart for bezel types only goes up to 6. Hmmmm? Guess I need to buy the Rolex bible for more detailed research. Last edited by redshirt1957; 11 October 2007 at 01:04 AM.. Reason: Ban me if I do not proofread before sending!

11 October 2007, 02:02 AM	#2
SPACE-DWELLER "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Bo Location: Denmark Watch: Rolex, of course! Posts: 22,436	Then USE THE SEARCH BUTTON AGAIN!! Just kidding! I believe you can find the info in the book "The Rolex Report", if I am not mistaking. I don't have the book with me at work, so if you have it, look it up buy the book from this link: John E. Brozek's site! CLICK!, or wait for more replies __________________ With kind regards, Bo LocTite 221: The Taming Of The Screw...

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11 October 2007, 02:28 AM	#3
Tools TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Larry Location: Mojave Desert Watch: GMT's Posts: 43,516	Red, The "reading" of model numbers is not cast in stone.. There are exceptions and your mid-size is probably one of them.. 68273 is the TT mid size DJ with fluted? bezel: Here's a good pic..

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