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21 April 2010, 06:14 AM
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Stupid Question - Sorry
Apologies in advance but what are the main differences between say an Air King (114200) and an Oyster perpetual (116034)?
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21 April 2010, 06:29 AM
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I'd appreciate your thoughts on this one in particular. It's £2295 (uk sterling) and is pre-owned but un-used.
http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/114200_w2679.htm |
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21 April 2010, 06:40 AM
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That's a beauty for your first Rolex. I'm sure however you could find that cheaper on the For Sale section here..
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21 April 2010, 06:54 AM
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I have been looking but most of the dealers seem to be in the USa. I've hoping to pick up a new ceramic sub date sometime in Juky /August but also fancy a plain and simple Rolex and like the 114200 . I'd be happy to pick up an older used model for a lot less cash :0)
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21 April 2010, 08:33 AM
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21 April 2010, 09:01 AM
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The name 'Air King' comes down from a line of watches Rolex started during the period around WW2. It is said to have been popular among British pilots then, but I do not know how true this actually was. But you're right, in the modern line up, it and the Oyster Perpetual basically look the same. Not sure but maybe the current Oyster Perpetual is slightly larger, they were the same size (34mm ?) until a few years ago.
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21 April 2010, 09:30 AM
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If I were to buy a 34mm watch, then I would want Air-King on the dial........
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21 April 2010, 10:50 AM
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21 April 2010, 02:54 PM
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Thanks all.
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