The Air-King is one of the last under-the-radar models by Rolex and has all the classic styling one could ask for from the Oyster Perpetual family. This reference made simplicity its asset - in this case, the dial is accented with applied indexes for clear legibility and the broad batten handset adds an overall elegant look.

This particular piece from 1975 is notable for its good condition with the smooth bezel and a ocean blue dial with some very fine patina.

CASE:

• good overall condition, showing some traces of use (unpolished)
• 3- body stainless steel case with screw-down case back
• 34 mm (without crown) / 39 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18.5 mm (between lugs) / 12 mm thick
  
• Year: 1975
• Reference: 5500
• total weight: 67 g

MOVEMENT:

• Rolex Automatic Caliber 1520
• 25 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
• professionally serviced 08/2024
• +9 sec/d / 280°
• no movement shot, because it's pressure tested

DIAL:

• original never touched blue dial in good condition
• original hands and Rolex crown
• original and evenly aged lume on hands and dial
  
• some slight and even "stardust" patina throughout the dial

BRACELET & CLASP:

• original Rolex Oyster Bracelet with slight stretch is fitting up to 17.5 cm wrist size / 2.8 mm thick
  
• original Rolex steel clasp

 

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #559