Rolex 5035

Last updated: July 28, 2025

Brand

Caliber Number

5035

Production Period

1977 – 2001

Lignes

13.25”’

Diameter

29.75 mm

Height

6.35 mm

Power Reserve

Unconfirmed

Frequency

32,768 Hz

Jewels

11

Escapement

Quartz (CMOS motor drive)

Anti-Shock Device

N/A (Quartz)

Hand Count

3

Manufacture Region

Unconfirmed

Functions

Hacking Seconds, Instantaneous Date

Rolex 5035 Description

The Rolex 5035 is a high-grade, in-house quartz movement developed for the Oysterquartz Datejust. Introduced in 1977, it is a thermocompensated, 11-jewel caliber with a 32,768 Hz oscillator and traditional Swiss finishing. It was one of the most advanced and finely decorated quartz movements of its era, meeting COSC chronometer standards and representing Rolex’s technological answer to the “quartz crisis.”

Watches Using The Rolex 5035 Caliber

A Rolex Oysterquartz 17013 Datejust watch with a gold dial, two-tone gold and silver band, and date display.
Silver Rolex Datejust 17014 watch with a white dial, Roman numerals, and a date window at the 3 o’clock position.
Silver Rolex Oysterquartz Datejust 17000 watch showing the date 9 and featuring a stainless steel bracelet.