Rolex Air King Blue Dial Ref 5500 Classic A date to the moon

A date to the moon with a Speedy…

yet perfectly formed watches

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The bezels on these watches can often be damaged but this example is really really great

Both the case and bracelet are made from 18kt yellow gold and remain in strong crisp condition

Rolex Air King Blue Dial Ref 5500 Classic A date to the moonThe King of the classic Oysters There is something so timeless and elegantly sporty about the Air King, a watch that was introduced by Rolex in the 1940s to pay respect to the Royal Air Force pilots who took part in the Battle of Britain and that is still in the catalogue today. The 34mm steel case is still strong with good even lugs. The blue dial is quite unusual in that it has a vertical brushed effect thats amazing in the sunlight and crisp white