RolexAir King

KEY FACTS

• The Air-King has a long history in the Rolex catalogue and is widely regarded for its simple time-only design and rugged stainless steel construction ​
• ​The reference 5500 dates back to 1957 and was in production for a staggering 37 years with minimal changes - a testament to its timeless design and robustness 
• The model retains Rolex's signature traits, including a screw-down Oyster case, in-house movement, and Oyster bracelet, all within an understated package
• Among the most desirable versions of the 5500 are the early variations with Arabic numerals, as we see in this example 
• ​These feature a 3-6-9 ‘Explorer’-style configuration with applied triangular indices for the markers in-between
• ​The dial on this example has faded over time to create a characterful patina
• ​Housed inside the case is an automatic mechanical movement 
• The watch is paired to a riveted Oyster bracelet 
• ​Offered by a UK-based private seller as a watch-only lot 
• Graded as ‘Vintage’ with the vendor advising that the watch is in good working order

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