Rolex Air-King 5500

Name: Rolex Air-King 5500
Brand: Rolex
SKU: WPS-164238
Price: 1795.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Stainless Steel · Black Dial · 34mm

Ref: 5500

For Sale or TradeGBP 1,795

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Brand: Rolex

Condition: MINT

Series: Air King

Box: N/A

Model: 5500

Papers: N/A

Reference: 5500

Year: 1971

Case Size: 34

Case Material: Stainless steel

Dial Color: Black

Location: United Kingdom

Listed: Aug 13, 2013

Updated: Aug 13, 2013

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Description

Rolex Air King 5500 This preowned Mens Rolex Air King 5500 watch is in Fine condition and was registered in 1971 and has a 34 mm case size. It comes with a Blue dial It has a Stainless Steel watch case and a Stainless Steel bracelet which fastens with a Fold Clasp. The movement of this watch is Automatic. The glass on this watch is made of Plexiglass. The model number of this Rolex watch is 5500. This Rolex Air King 5500 watch is water resistant down to 100 metres and has the following functions: ; and the following extra features: Center Seconds, Luminescent Numerals, Luminescent Hands, Screw Down Crown. This watch also comes with an Official Watches 12 Month Warranty, No Box, No Papers. The Rolex recommended Retail Price is not available as this watch is now discontinued, making it an ever more valuable piece. This watch is in stock and available to view in either our London showroom or by appointment in Manchester, UK. Please quote OW2847 in all communication with us regarding this piece. Price : £ 1,795.00 ONO

Prices including shipment, handling and insurance. Payment by Bank transfer. Thanks for viewing OFFICIALWATCHES Email: [george @ officialwatches .com Telephone: +442088821523 / +442088861008 Mobile: +447768950019 Address: 460 Green Lanes, Palmers Green, London, N13 5XD

⌚ Watch Specifications

Reference data · AI-verified specifications

Movement

Type: Automatic

Caliber: Cal. 1520

Power Reserve: 42-48h

Case

Material: Stainless steel

Diameter: 34 mm

Water Resist.: 100m

Crystal: Acrylic

Bezel: Fixed

Dial & Strap

Dial: Black

Strap: Steel bracelet

Production: 1972-1989

📖 About This Reference

**Rolex Air-King Reference 5500** The Reference 5500 represents the black dial steel variant within the Air-King model range. Produced from 1972 to 1989, this reference spans nearly two decades of Rolex's catalog, offering the Air-King configuration in stainless steel construction with contrasting black dial presentation. The 34mm stainless steel case houses the automatic Caliber 1520 movement, providing 42-48 hours of power reserve. The watch features a fixed bezel, acrylic crystal, and 100-meter water resistance. The black dial is paired with a steel bracelet, creating a monochromatic steel and black aesthetic throughout the watch. This reference appeals to collectors seeking vintage Rolex pieces from the 1970s and 1980s production era. The 34mm case size and automatic movement position it as an accessible entry point within vintage Rolex collecting, while the extended production period means examples can be found across various condition grades and price points.