Rolex 3035

Last updated: August 3, 2025
Close-up of a mechanical watch movement with gears and metal components visible.

Brand

Caliber Number

3035

Production Period

1977-1988

Lignes

12.5”’

Diameter

28.5 mm

Height

6.35 mm

Power Reserve

Unconfirmed

Frequency

28,800 bph (4 Hz)

Jewels

27

Escapement

Swiss lever

Anti-Shock Device

KIF

Hand Count

3

Manufacture Region

Unconfirmed

Functions

Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date (Quickset)

Rolex 3035 Description

A landmark movement that established the technical foundation for modern Rolex. Introduced in 1977, it was the first Rolex caliber to feature a high-beat frequency (28,800 bph) combined with a quickset date. As the direct predecessor to the legendary 3135, it powered 5-digit Datejust and Submariner models, bringing a new level of accuracy and user-friendliness that set the standard for decades.

Watches Using The Rolex 3035 Caliber

A vintage stainless steel Rolex Sea-Dweller 16660 watch featuring a black dial, date window, and rotating bezel.
Sea-Dweller

Rolex Sea-Dweller 16660

1978 - 1989
40mm
Silver Rolex Datejust 16250 watch featuring a white dial, metal band, and a date display at 3 o’clock.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16250

1977-1981
36mm
A two-tone Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053 watch with a gold dial and jubilee bracelet, featuring the date at 3 o’clock.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15053

1977–1988
34mm
Silver Rolex Datejust 16000 watch with a white face, Roman numerals, and a date window, on a metal link bracelet.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16000

1977-1988
36mm
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15038 watch featuring a white dial, Roman numerals, and a date display at the 3 oclock position.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15038

1977–1988
34mm
Gold Rolex Datejust 16058 watch with a black dial, diamond hour markers, and a date window showing 24.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16058

1977-1988
36mm
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15008 watch featuring a white dial, Roman numerals, and a magnified date window displaying the number nine.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15008

1977–1988
34mm
Silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15010 watch with a white dial and date window at the 3 o’clock position.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15010

1977–1988
34mm
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date wristwatch featuring a link band, gold face, and date display at the 3 o’clock position.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15007

1977–1988
34mm
Silver Rolex Datejust 16014 watch with diamond hour markers and a Jubilee bracelet, displaying the date at 3 oclock.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16014

1977-1988
36mm
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15148 watch with a white dial and gold mesh strap, displaying the date as 20.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15148

1980–1988
34mm
A gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037 wristwatch with a date display, gold dial, and gold metal bracelet.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15037

1977–1988
34mm
Gold Rolex Datejust wristwatch, reference 16008, featuring a matching gold metal band and a date display at the 3 o’clock position.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16008

1977-1988
36mm
Rolex Datejust 16019 watch featuring a brown textured dial, silver bezel, and brown leather strap, with the date set to 25.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16019

1977-1988
36mm
Silver Rolex Datejust wristwatch with a gold dial, date window, and metal link bracelet, showcased against a white background.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16003

1977-1988
36mm
A gold Rolex Datejust 16078 watch with a gold bracelet and date display, showcasing timeless elegance and classic design.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16078

1977-1988
36mm
A silver Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000 watch with a white dial and metal bracelet, featuring the date at 3 o’clock.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15000

1977–1988
34mm
Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph watch with a gold and silver two-tone band, silver dial, and date display at 3 o’clock.
Datejust Turn-O-Graph

Rolex Datejust Turn-O-Graph Thunderbird 16253

1977-1988
36mm
Gold Rolex Datejust 16018 watch with a black dial, date window, diamond bezel, and gold bracelet band.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16018

1977-1988
36mm
Silver Rolex Datejust 16030 watch with a blue dial, silver bracelet, and date display at 3 o’clock.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16030

1977-1988
36mm
Rolex Datejust 16013 watch with a gold and silver band, gold bezel, and champagne dial displaying the date.
Datejust

Rolex Datejust 16013

1977-1988
36mm
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15018 wristwatch with a round dial, date display, and metal link bracelet, shown on a white background.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15018

1977–1988
34mm
Gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual wristwatch with a brown leather strap, date display at 3 oclock, and a champagne dial—classic elegance from the iconic Date 15505 series.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15505

1977–1988
34mm
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15003 features a silver dial, gold markers, and a striking two-tone gold and steel band.
Oyster Perpetual Date

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date 15003

1977–1988
34mm