The Rolex Air King (Past and present)

[stumpyj]

Hi Rick, my dad marked the dial/face when he smashed the glass working on his car. Its between the 25 and half past.

[scotrick]

Originally Posted by stumpyj

Hi Rick, my dad marked the dial/face when he smashed the glass working on his car. Its between the 25 and half past.

OK, I see it; couldn't tell if it was a mark on the plexi or dial from the photo.

Although others may differ, I would hazard that another possibility would be to refinish that dial. Although generally the preference is for dials that have not been refinished, if you would like to keep that dial but are tired of looking at that wound I think it would refinish nicely.

Is it dark blue , or black. Either are less common that the silver dials and may be another reason to keep it if you like it.

[Birky101]

Here's mine a 1997 14000 this is my third Air king and by far my favourite


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[scotrick]

Originally Posted by Birky101

Here's mine a 1997 14000 this is my third Air king and by far my favourite


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That's nice Birky, looks great side by side with the Explorer too!

[rolexjim]

I noticed the "new" AK has the hands from the explorer:

[lenzh]

My first post!

My Air King 5500 from 1962

[Nairn1980]

Just picked up

[powerfunk]

Originally Posted by Nairn1980

Just picked up

Gorgeous, congrats! The new Air King looks great in person; I didn't fully appreciate it until I tried it on. The green seconds hand really pops!

[Nairn1980]

Originally Posted by powerfunk

Gorgeous, congrats! The new Air King looks great in person; I didn't fully appreciate it until I tried it on. The green seconds hand really pops!

Thanks Rob,

To be honest I was a hater and have slowly warmed to photos. My next step was trying to find one here in the U.K to try on. Currently SS models are so scarce but I found one and was blown away. I tried in on side by side with a GV Milgauss. It felt as special and if the prices were identical I'd have struggled to pick between them. Then factor in that it's over 25% cheaper and it's a no brainer.

I understand the haters but I'm now a lover :)

[scotrick]

Originally Posted by lenzh

My first post!

My Air King 5500 from 1962


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Nice find Lenzh! My 1958 Super has the 1530 with the butterfly rotor, does your 1962 have the butterfly rotor or the later type?


Regards,
Rick

[Stone132]

This is nice..

[scotrick]

Originally Posted by Stone132

This is nice..

Thanks Stone!

Cheers, !
Rick

[nicster]

I went to the local shopping centre to pick up some cold medication. Walked out with this 1999 Air King.



I agreed with them that I could have a 14 day window to return it if buyer's remorse set in or my bank balance fought back. I keep thinking of all the other things I could have bought with the money!

But, I have a pretty small (ladies) wrist so other watches that I like tend to be far too big. This one feels just right. I love the way the engineered bevel reflects light and I love the dark clean face and subtle numbering. And the picture doesn't show it, but it's in fantastic condition. 7 days to go but I'm thinking it's a keeper...

[nicster]

Originally Posted by lenzh

My first post!

My Air King 5500 from 1962


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It's beautiful!

Is the strap black or just very dark brown?

[meejaycoran]

vintage air King with UAE symbol

[speelat]

Had this in my family from new, have receipt to show it was bought in 1959 for £54, this conflicts with what I read regarding the 5700 not being produced until the 1960s. I have never seen one like it with the same face. I have the original side riveted bracelet too.

[scotrick]

Would be interested in seeing it Speelat, pic not showing up for me?

Cheers,
Rick

[speelat]

Not sure what happened there?

https://ibb.co/jWSatQ
Its not letting me display images.

[scotrick]

Originally Posted by speelat

Had this in my family from new, have receipt to show it was bought in 1959 for £54, this conflicts with what I read regarding the 5700 not being produced until the 1960s. I have never seen one like it with the same face. I have the original side riveted bracelet too.

Showing up now, beautiful watch!

[Dragonfli447]

Hi everyone! NH here! Just bought my first Rolex. 1991 Air King model 1400. So pleased with it! Love all your pics!

[scotrick]

Originally Posted by Dragonfli447

Hi everyone! NH here! Just bought my first Rolex. 1991 Air King model 1400. So pleased with it! Love all your pics!

Congrats on acquiring that handsome classic! Very nice!

Cheers,
Rick

[kbonde]

Hi all,
Can anybody help me out with some info on this?
i was told its from the 60's, and 5700 ref, but i cannot find any information regarding this type.
It seems to be in mint condition, so i figure most have been replaced / refurnished but i am no expert in that, so any help will be appreciated. ( also it doesnt say Oy P as most of the air kings do that i have googled )

[balveren]

Can anyone tell me about the Air King with the Dominos TM on the dial?
Was it part of a dominos rewards scheme?
They don't seem to sell for a discount but surely the trademark lowers the value?

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by balveren

Can anyone tell me about the Air King with the Dominos TM on the dial?
Was it part of a dominos rewards scheme?
They don't seem to sell for a discount but surely the trademark lowers the value?

Here you go . . . https://www.thrillist.com/gear/the-s...-dominos-rolex

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by kbonde

Hi all,
Can anybody help me out with some info on this?
i was told its from the 60's, and 5700 ref, but i cannot find any information regarding this type.
It seems to be in mint condition, so i figure most have been replaced / refurnished but i am no expert in that, so any help will be appreciated. ( also it doesnt say Oy P as most of the air kings do that i have googled )

More likely a 5701. You can find the model number on the side of the case if you take off the strap on the top side of the case. It should say Air-King-Date, and Oyster Perpetual, so that looks to be a refinished dial.

Here's a correct one: https://www.rolexforums.com/showpost...&postcount=248

[kbonde]

Thank you very much for the help!
Is it still possible to buy the dials for the 5701 then? Where to look?

[Old Expat Beast]

The Air-King-Date is quite uncommon so finding a dial would be difficult. Try eBay. Did you check the model number on the side of the case? There should be serial number on the other side, too, which can give you a rough idea of age.

[kbonde]

Okay, to bad, i think i might have overpayed then, but i really like the way it looks. How much do you think it mathers price wise that it is not the real dial?
It actually says 5700, and its says something like 858910 or something bit difficult to see for me, the first number might be something else 5 or 3..

[Old Expat Beast]

Originally Posted by kbonde

Okay, to bad, i think i might have overpayed then, but i really like the way it looks. How much do you think it mathers price wise that it is not the real dial?
It actually says 5700, and its says something like 858910 or something bit difficult to see for me, the first number might be something else 5 or 3..

The 5700 was the all-steel version of the steel and gold 5701 Air-King-Date (and Explorer Date, but that's another story), so someone has probably added the gold bezel and crown to your case. The dial is maybe about a third the value of the watch, broadly speaking, in this case. If you like it, just keep it and wear it, and enjoy it. Can't help you with the serial number without more accuracy.

[kbonde]

Originally Posted by Old Expat Beast

The 5700 was the all-steel version of the steel and gold 5701 Air-King-Date (and Explorer Date, but that's another story), so someone has probably added the gold bezel and crown to your case. The dial is maybe about a third the value of the watch, broadly speaking, in this case. If you like it, just keep it and wear it, and enjoy it. Can't help you with the serial number without more accuracy.

Ok, thank you again for the help, appriciated