Rolex 1530

Last updated: July 27, 2025
Close-up of a Rolex watch movement showing gears, metal components, and a purple gear inside.

Brand

Caliber Number

1530

Production Period

1957-1964

Lignes

12.5”’

Diameter

28.5 mm

Height

5.75 mm

Power Reserve

Unconfirmed

Frequency

18,000 bph (2.5 Hz)

Jewels

25 or 26

Escapement

Lever escapement

Anti-Shock Device

Unconfirmed

Hand Count

3

Manufacture Region

Unconfirmed

Functions

Hours, Minutes, Seconds

Rolex 1530 Description

The Rolex Caliber 1530 is an automatic movement that was instrumental in Rolex’s lineup during the mid-20th century. It is a self-winding movement featuring a bi-directional rotor and is recognized for its robust construction and reliability. This caliber served as a base for other Rolex movements and was utilized in various models before the introduction of higher-beat and longer power reserve calibers. It is crucial to differentiate the Caliber 1530 from the Rolex watch reference 1530 (produced 1975-1977), which primarily housed the Caliber 1570. The Caliber 1530 is a testament to Rolex’s engineering prowess of its era.

Watches Using The Rolex 1530 Caliber

Gold and silver Rolex Air King 5701 Oyster Perpetual watch showing the date as the 22nd.
Silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5552 watch with a stainless steel band and minimalist dial.
Vintage Rolex Explorer watch with a black dial, gold hour markers, and a brown leather strap—an iconic Rolex piece for collectors.
A Rolex Air-King Date watch, reference 5701, featuring a gold bezel, champagne dial, and silver metal bracelet.
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1004 watch with a beige textured dial and a cream braided strap, shown up close.
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1010 watch featuring a brown leather strap and a simple, silver dial.
Silver Rolex Air-King Date watch with a white dial, date window at 3 o’clock, and sleek metal link bracelet—an iconic design inspired by the classic Rolex 5700.
A Rolex 5701 wristwatch with a brown leather strap, white dial, gold bezel, and date display.
A silver Rolex Explorer 5501 watch with a gold bezel, white dial, and gold hour markers on a metal band.
Silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 1521 watch with a white dial, date window, and metal bracelet.
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King 5502 watch with a gold dial and metal bracelet, shown on a white background.
Silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King 5500 watch with a white dial and stainless steel bracelet, inspired by the classic style of the Rolex Explorer.
A classic Rolex Air King 1002 wristwatch featuring a brown leather strap and a silver dial with gold accents.
Rolex Air-King 1002 watch featuring a cream dial and stainless steel band, embodying classic elegance and timeless design.
Gold Rolex Air-King 5520 watch featuring a white dial and matching gold bracelet, combining classic style with the iconic design of the Rolex Air-King collection.