Rolex 1160

Last updated: August 4, 2025
Black and white illustration of a Rolex Perpetual watch movement with gears and the Rolex crown logo.

Brand

Caliber Number

1160

Production Period

1964-1973

Lignes

8

Diameter

18.00mm

Height

5.00mm

Power Reserve

Unconfirmed

Frequency

19,800 vph (2.75 Hz)

Jewels

26

Escapement

Swiss Lever

Anti-Shock Device

KIF

Hand Count

3

Manufacture Region

Unconfirmed

Functions

Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds

Rolex 1160 Description

The Rolex Caliber 1160 is a high-precision automatic movement that served as the time-only engine for many ladies’ Oyster Perpetual models. As the base for the Caliber 1161, it shared its compact, COSC-certified design. Operating at 19,800 vph, its slim profile and reliability made it a premier choice for Rolex’s non-date ladies’ watches of the era, proving that small size did not mean a compromise in performance.

Watches Using The Rolex 1160 Caliber

Silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual watch with a blue dial, Date 6924 window, and stainless steel bracelet.
Silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6618 watch with a white dial, black hour markers, and a stainless steel band.
Gold and silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6724 wristwatch featuring a champagne dial and elegant two-tone bracelet.
Close-up of a silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6718 watch with a white dial and metal link bracelet.
A silver and gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatch with a white face and Roman numeral hour markers.