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Old 7 July 2016, 11:35 PM   #1
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The AD rang....Air King is mine!

Purchased a # of new Rolex this year but none have impressed me as much as the New Air King. I was skeptical about the dial but was totally sold on it upon seeing it in the metal. I think it's a winner.
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Ad also gave me what supposedly is extremely rare. Apparently each ad only received 2-3 copies of the "Rolex Way" book





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Old 7 July 2016, 11:37 PM   #2
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congrats! it does look good on you.
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:08 AM   #3
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Looks like a perfect fit. Congratulations!
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:08 AM   #4
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:11 AM   #5
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Very good looking.
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:11 AM   #6
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:14 AM   #7
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love the AK - congrats
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:49 AM   #8
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One of my favorites in the current Rolex line-up!!! Congratulations!!!
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:52 AM   #9
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Congrats! It's growing on me. Looks great on you!

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Old 8 July 2016, 12:57 AM   #10
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I just went and tried one on yesterday. The AD had ordered it for another patron but allowed me to see it before they picked it up. I absolutely loved it. I am supposed to call them today and let them know if they should order one for me or if I am going to choose the new Explorer instead. I have been really skeptical because so many are saying they don't like the Air King's dial. I find that ironic really, as this is exactly why I like it so much. I like that Rolex is trying some new things. I love that they are really offering a pilot style watch to compliment their many divers style offerings. I love the minute markers on the dial and the use of color. I think your post has pretty much made my mind up for me. Thank you so much for sharing. When mine comes in, I hope nobody will mind me sharing as well! I will be so proud since it will be my first new Rolex.
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Old 8 July 2016, 12:58 AM   #11
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Love the new Airking!! Congrats on the new watch. I also got the Rolex Way book when I bought my 114300 but I dont think its rare.
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Old 8 July 2016, 01:00 AM   #12
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Old 8 July 2016, 01:07 AM   #13
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Congrats, a real watch du jour on the forum of late!
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:11 AM   #14
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A cool looking watch
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:27 AM   #15
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Ad also gave me what supposedly is extremely rare. Apparently each ad only received 2-3 copies of the "Rolex Way" book
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:32 AM   #16
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Congrats on the new watch. Sort of a weird side question, but did you partially shave your arm?
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:36 AM   #17
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did he pay you to take it? JK JK congrats.
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:39 AM   #18
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Congrats! Looks great on the wrist.


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Old 8 July 2016, 04:41 AM   #19
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Cool looking watch...congrats.
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:42 AM   #20
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Old 8 July 2016, 04:45 AM   #21
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Old 8 July 2016, 06:14 AM   #22
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Congrats

Just goes to show how personal choosing a time piece is. I was at an AD today to try on a few DJ2's and he brought out the new Air King (which was also sold) to show me. Took one look at it and instantly disliked it. The mixture of raised 3-6-9 markers and printed 5-10-20-25(etc) markers just looks wrong. In my opinion the dial should be printed around the entire circumference.

Enjoy your new watch tho'
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Old 8 July 2016, 06:20 AM   #23
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Old 8 July 2016, 06:22 AM   #24
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Huge congrats, a vey solid hefty stylish looking watch
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Old 8 July 2016, 07:55 AM   #25
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I really like the new AK. The green is a nice touch.
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Old 8 July 2016, 08:44 AM   #26
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Saw one today at my AD in the case. Definitely a unique look that's for sure.

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