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geewhizz · 10 April 2010, 01:48 AM

I have just gotten the bug to own a Rolex,
I prefer older type watches, rather than modern ones.
I have came across a 1976 Rolex air king 5504 that i think is a beautiful watch
Now the shop thats selling it also has a 1987 Rolex air king 5500 can someone tell what the difference to these model number (if any at all).
I have taken a shine to the 1976 5504 one

Many thanks

Geewhizz

mpkRolex · 10 April 2010, 01:54 AM

Welcome to the forum! Although I dont have an answer for you just wait and someone will respond.

level · 10 April 2010, 02:59 AM

The 5504 has a larger case (35 mm).

padi56 · 10 April 2010, 03:03 AM

Not a lot one could have the Cal 1520 the other the Cal 1530 both very good reliable long lasting movements.

Safetrends · 10 April 2010, 03:05 AM

1960-1970
The term is vintage Rolex watches, and they rule. Great looking with excellent quality that is better than ever. The movements are the best and cannot be beat, with proper care they will run for ever.

geewhizz · 10 April 2010, 05:23 AM

Thanks for your help guys

10 April 2010, 01:48 AM	#1
geewhizz "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: UK Posts: 6	What the difference? I have just gotten the bug to own a Rolex, I prefer older type watches, rather than modern ones. I have came across a 1976 Rolex air king 5504 that i think is a beautiful watch Now the shop thats selling it also has a 1987 Rolex air king 5500 can someone tell what the difference to these model number (if any at all). I have taken a shine to the 1976 5504 one Many thanks Geewhizz

10 April 2010, 03:03 AM	#4
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10 April 2010, 01:54 AM	#2
mpkRolex 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: USA Watch: Pepsi Posts: 2,168	Welcome to the forum! Although I dont have an answer for you just wait and someone will respond.

10 April 2010, 02:59 AM	#3
level Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: U.S. Posts: 296	The 5504 has a larger case (35 mm).

10 April 2010, 03:05 AM	#5
Safetrends Banned Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: David Walz Location: San Diego CA USA Watch: my hand. :) Posts: 9,156	1960-1970 The term is vintage Rolex watches, and they rule. Great looking with excellent quality that is better than ever. The movements are the best and cannot be beat, with proper care they will run for ever.

10 April 2010, 05:23 AM	#6
geewhizz "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: UK Posts: 6	Thanks for your help guys

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