The Subdial Logo
The Subdial Is On YouTube!

Triplock Crown

Heading

(trip-lok kroun)

QUICK ANSWER

The Triplock Crown is a patented winding crown system used in Rolex watches, designed to provide enhanced water resistance by incorporating a triple-sealed mechanism.

What does

Triplock Crown

mean?

The Triplock Crown is a sophisticated winding crown system developed by Rolex, introduced in 1970. It is designed to enhance the waterproof capabilities of Rolex watches, particularly those intended for diving. The Triplock system features three sealed zones, providing superior protection against water ingress. Two of these O-ring gaskets are positioned within the tube, while the third is located under the winding crown itself. This design ensures that the watch remains watertight even when the crown is unscrewed. Initially debuting on the Sea-Dweller dive watch, the Triplock Crown was later incorporated into other Rolex models, including the Submariner, Sea-Dweller, and Deepsea, offering water resistance up to 3,900 meters. The Triplock Crown is identifiable by three dots under the Rolex coronet, with variations in dot size depending on the material of the watch case. This innovation underscores Rolex's commitment to precision engineering and durability, making it a hallmark feature of their professional dive watches.
ADVERTISEMENT
Charles Simon Advert

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Triplock crown?

The Triplock is Rolex's patented triple-sealed winding crown system featuring three O-ring gaskets (two in the tube, one under the crown) that provide exceptional water resistance up to 3,900 meters. Introduced in 1970 on the Sea-Dweller, it ensures complete protection against water ingress even when unscrewed.

How do you identify a Triplock crown?

Triplock crowns are identified by three dots (or three filled circles) positioned under the Rolex coronet logo on the crown. Twin lock crowns have two dots, while crowns without dots are for non-water-resistant models. The dot size and material vary based on case material (steel, gold, platinum).

Which Rolex watches have Triplock crowns?

Triplock crowns are standard on Rolex's professional dive watches requiring maximum water resistance: Submariner (300m), Sea-Dweller (1,220m), and Deepsea (3,900m). GMT-Master II also features Triplock. It represents Rolex's highest level of crown sealing for extreme underwater performance and durability.

ADVERTISMENT
Close-up of a Himalayan Project wristwatch with a gray and pink dial and a fabric strap with a pink stripe.

Latest Articles by 

The Subdial