Rolex Air King 5500 Grey 1963

The Air-King is one of the last under-the-radar models by Rolex and has all the classic styling one could ask for from the Oyster Perpetual family. This reference made simplicity its asset - in this case, the dial is accented with applied indexes for clear legibility and the alpha handset adds an overall elegant look.

This particular piece from 1963 is notable for its gorgeous rarely seen dark grey dial and smooth bezel.

CASE:

• great overall condition, showing some traces of use 
• 3- body stainless steel case with screw-down caseback
• 34 mm (without crown) / 39 mm (lug-to-lug) / 18 mm (between lugs) / 11.3 mm thick
  
• year: 1963
• reference: 5500
• total weight: 64 g

MOVEMENT:

• Rolex super precision Caliber 1530 - automatic
• 26 jewels, 18000 A/h, 44 hours power reserve
  
• professionally serviced 01/2025
  
• +7 sec/d / 270°

DIAL:

• original never touched grey sunburst dial in flawless condition
• original hands and Rolex crown
  
• original and evenly aged lume on hands and dial

BRACELET & CLASP:

• original Rolex Oyster Bracelet with slight stretch is fitting up to 18.5 cm wrist size / 2.4 mm thick
  
• original Rolex steel clasp

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #805