104th Auction
2021/5/22
Lot 252
RolexAir-King
An attractive vintage wristwatch with centre seconds and Rolex service card
Sold
estimated
3.500—5.000 €
Price realized
5.300 €
specific features
Case
Steel, screw back ref. 5500 I/61, screwed "Twinlock" winding crown, Rolex buckle.
Dial
Silvered, luminous indexes and hands.
Movement
Automatic.
Case no.641789
Ref.5500
Cal.1530
Diam.34 mm
Circa1960
Ctry.Swiss
The Rolex "Air-King" is beloved by so many collectors particularly because of its clear-cut plainness; there are, nevertheless, many different variations of this model. The most famous and sought-after "Air-King" is of course the "Rolex Air King 5500", whose design has remained untouched over many years – this makes it a classic and highly desirable timepiece. This watch has a nicely patinated silvered dial and hands. In February 2021 the watch was given a general overhaul by a Rolex retailer.