Rolex Air King ref. 5500 circa 1970
The Air King is the perfect intersection where sports and luxury meet. The “Air Series” was created to honor the RAF pilots of the Battle of Britain. There was actually an Air-Lion, Air-Giant, and Air-Tiger but the King was King.
This reference 5500 tritium dial is framed in a smooth steel bezel which not only serves for extra presence but also compliments the very desirable classic look. Hot tip: there are less and less of these out there as they are powered by the 1520 and 1530 caliber Rolex movement also in the early 4-digit Submariners
Overall, this one is in very good condition for its age. Light signs of wear—minimal signs of polish. Service hands detected and some oxidation at bottom of dial. . While no service history, this still healthy.
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Videos and timegrapher:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iajfzg5QKDz0FJDgcCWjPy3VsDYRj11Y
Specifications: 34mm case X 19lug width X 40h (lug to lug) X 11cc with crystal
Movement: automatic
Box and papers: no
Bracelet: yes, long but recommend 7.25in and under for best look
Timestamp: https://imgur.com/a/lj2u9Mc
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• video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristic of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.
• will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.
• local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach by appointment
• All sales final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured)
Rolex Air King ref. 5500 circa 1970
The Air King is the perfect intersection where sports and luxury meet. The “Air Series” was created to honor the RAF pilots of the Battle of Britain. There was actually an Air-Lion, Air-Giant, and Air-Tiger but the King was King.
This reference 5500 tritium dial is framed in a smooth steel bezel which not only serves for extra presence but also compliments the very desirable classic look. Hot tip: there are less and less of these out there as they are powered by the 1520 and 1530 caliber Rolex movement also in the early 4-digit Submariners
Overall, this one is in very good condition for its age. Light signs of wear—minimal signs of polish. Service hands detected and some oxidation at bottom of dial. . While no service history, this still healthy.
_________________________________________________
Videos and timegrapher:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iajfzg5QKDz0FJDgcCWjPy3VsDYRj11Y
Specifications: 34mm case X 19lug width X 40h (lug to lug) X 11cc with crystal
Movement: automatic
Box and papers: no
Bracelet: yes, long but recommend 7.25in and under for best look
Timestamp: https://imgur.com/a/lj2u9Mc
___________
• video is the best way to view the watch if in-person test drive is not available. Due to the different characteristic of the cameras and gadgets used, the color of the watch you purchase may not be the same as shown on this website or on our Instagram.
• will consider trades that make sense but please consider time, shipping, and trade value—not market.
• local special: can possibly accommodate at ButterScotch in Downtown Long Beach by appointment
• All sales final unless the watch is misrepresented or lost in transit (always fully insured)
