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Old 17 January 2021, 02:41 AM   #1
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Switching watch hands on 1993 Rolex Air-King 14000

I saw an older post of an Air-King(14000) blue face, 3-6-9 with Mercedes Hands. Size wasn't mentioned, and any AD I speak with will not switch hands. Mine have lost lume and as I get older I'm having a tougher time reading the stick hands I believe they are called. I'm not too concerned with keeping all original. Of course I understand why my Air-King should be left alone but I'm not worried about value. Watch was just recently serviced and working awesome. I think Mercedes Hands would do the trick. I found aftermarket for Rolex online. They look to be good quality stainless with lume. I can't find for 3000 caliber; only 3135. Would these fit? Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanx Kap007
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Old 17 January 2021, 02:56 AM   #2
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The Sub, Explorer, and the Air King shared the same movement for that era, which went from the 3000 to the 3130 movement when they put a full balance bridge and larger escapement inside.

The hands are interchangeable.
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Old 17 January 2021, 03:04 AM   #3
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Thanx for quick response. So from what you are saying I would need to find 3130(or is the 3135 ok?... A little confused). Full balance bridge and escapement can stay as is? Thanx for your patience. I'm not sure what some of those parts are. Kap007
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Old 17 January 2021, 05:04 AM   #4
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Ok. I did my research and found out the difference between the 3130 and 3135 is date. I'm trying to redeem myself. I will go ahead and order the 3135 hands. Thanx again.
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Old 31 January 2021, 04:05 AM   #5
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New hands are awesome

Thanx to Larry in the Mojave Desert for his perfect advice. Here she is...I think it's awesome! Please don't hold the leaf against me. I mean no disrespect.
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