About the reference 5500:
The Rolex Air-King may not boast distinctive features or complications tailored for specific sports or environments, yet it garners fervent admiration from purists for its timeless simplicity, characterized by its enduring all-stainless steel construction and unassuming time-only display.
Inspired by the valor of RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain, Rolex co-founder Hans Wilsdorf conceived a line of aviation-themed watches, paying homage to their heroic exploits. The genesis of this endeavor stemmed from anecdotes of World War II British aviators trading their standard-issue field watches for individually procured Oyster Perpetual timepieces.
The Air-King made its inaugural appearance in 1945 with the reference 4925, among a series of timepieces imbued with aviation motifs. As Rolex refined the design, subsequent references followed suit. However, it was in 1957, officially introduced to the public in 1958, that Rolex unveiled an enhanced iteration of the Air-King, heralded as the reference 5500.
About this particular example:
Gracing this piece is a striking lime-colored dial, harmonizing exquisitely with the robust and sharp case, while the oyster bracelet, complete with full links and impeccably maintained, adds to its allure. Notably, the pristine condition of the clasp, as evidenced in the last picture, speaks volumes about the care lavished upon this watch. With its movement functioning flawlessly, this timepiece stands poised to serve its new owner with precision and reliability.
Information:
Reference: 5500
Size: 34mm without crown
Year: 1983
Bracelet: Oyster
What's included: Watch only
About the reference 5500:
The Rolex Air-King may not boast distinctive features or complications tailored for specific sports or environments, yet it garners fervent admiration from purists for its timeless simplicity, characterized by its enduring all-stainless steel construction and unassuming time-only display.
Inspired by the valor of RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain, Rolex co-founder Hans Wilsdorf conceived a line of aviation-themed watches, paying homage to their heroic exploits. The genesis of this endeavor stemmed from anecdotes of World War II British aviators trading their standard-issue field watches for individually procured Oyster Perpetual timepieces.
The Air-King made its inaugural appearance in 1945 with the reference 4925, among a series of timepieces imbued with aviation motifs. As Rolex refined the design, subsequent references followed suit. However, it was in 1957, officially introduced to the public in 1958, that Rolex unveiled an enhanced iteration of the Air-King, heralded as the reference 5500.
About this particular example:
Gracing this piece is a striking lime-colored dial, harmonizing exquisitely with the robust and sharp case, while the oyster bracelet, complete with full links and impeccably maintained, adds to its allure. Notably, the pristine condition of the clasp, as evidenced in the last picture, speaks volumes about the care lavished upon this watch. With its movement functioning flawlessly, this timepiece stands poised to serve its new owner with precision and reliability.
Information:
Reference: 5500
Size: 34mm without crown
Year: 1983
Bracelet: Oyster
What's included: Watch only
