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Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial Ca 1970 /80's
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial Ca 1970 /80's

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial Ca 1970 /80's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1988 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 34mm ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35m...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970's 80's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm X Diameter 35m...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35m...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Diamond Dial circa 1970's
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Diamond Dial circa 1970's

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Diamond Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Rare Early Air King with Original Patinated Dial Early 60s
Rolex Stainless Steel Rare Early Air King with Original Patinated Dial Early 60s

Rolex Stainless Steel Rare Early Air King with Original Patinated Dial Early 60s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: Early 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm x Diame...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa, 1970's
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa, 1970's

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Pink Dial and Diamond Bezel circa, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual AirKing Stainless Mens Watch Ref. 6480
Vintage 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual AirKing Stainless Mens Watch Ref. 6480

Vintage 1950s Rolex Oyster Perpetual AirKing Stainless Mens Watch Ref. 6480

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

While often confused with the Air-King family because of its size and period styling, reference 6480 is more accurately identified as an Oyster Precision, a distinction that matters ...

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Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Original Black Dial, circa 1960's
Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Original Black Dial, circa 1960's

Rolex Stainless Steel Wristwatch with Original Black Dial, circa 1960's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual Air King / Reference 1500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 3...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM
FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM

FULLY RESTORED 1920 LOUIS VUITTON FRANCE WARDROBE STEAMER TRUNK STENCiL MONOGRAM

By Louis Vuitton

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

This is of course a wardrobe trunk, it can be used the traditional way, laying flat for display or standing for function, it is completely original, every single brass stud is stampe...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

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Rolex Air King 5501 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Leather Strap
Rolex Air King 5501 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Leather Strap

Rolex Air King 5501 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Leather Strap

By Rolex

Located in San Diego, CA

Style Number: 5501 Serial: 968*** Model: Air King Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Custom Leather Band Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Dial: Silver Face: Ac...

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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Rolex Air-King Men's Stainless Steel 14000
Rolex Air-King Men's Stainless Steel 14000

Rolex Air-King Men's Stainless Steel 14000

By Rolex

Located in Dallas, TX

Rolex Air-King Men's Stainless Steel 14000 - Automatic winding, 27 jewels, no-date, sapphire crystal.

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 114210 Air King Automatic 2000s Swiss RA449B
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 114210 Air King Automatic 2000s Swiss RA449B

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 114210 Air King Automatic 2000s Swiss RA449B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap and buckle. A gorgeous and rare Rolex classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King 114210 automatic, highly versatile, compliment a piece o...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 114210 Air King Automatic 2000s Swiss RA449
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 114210 Air King Automatic 2000s Swiss RA449

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 114210 Air King Automatic 2000s Swiss RA449

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap and buckle. A gorgeous and rare Rolex classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King 114210 automatic, versatile luxury, can go from board ro...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage NA140G
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage NA140G

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage NA140G

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket green suede leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, perfect for any style, for any o...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 14000 Air King 34m Automatic 1990s RA492B
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 14000 Air King 34m Automatic 1990s RA492B

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 14000 Air King 34m Automatic 1990s RA492B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. Classic luxury, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, the perfect complimentary piece for your lifestyle.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1960s Vintage NA141B
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1960s Vintage NA141B

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1960s Vintage NA141B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket suede leather strap and buckle. Classic icon, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, versatile luxury, perfect for any style, for any occasion, a fine addi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Air King 34mm Automatic 1970s Swiss RA442B
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Air King 34mm Automatic 1970s Swiss RA442B

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref 1002 Air King 34mm Automatic 1970s Swiss RA442B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap and buckle. An iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.1002 Air King automatic, can go from office to after hours with ease and styl...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Air-King Super Precision Vintage Gents Gold Capped Silver Dial B&P 5506
Rolex Air-King Super Precision Vintage Gents Gold Capped Silver Dial B&P 5506

Rolex Air-King Super Precision Vintage Gents Gold Capped Silver Dial B&P 5506

By Rolex

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 1960 34mm Gold Capped Oyster Perpetual Air-King Super Precision Vintage Gents Wristwatch, silver dial with applied hour markers, a fixed gold capped smooth bezel, a black leather s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Mens Rolex Precision Ref 5701 35mm 14k SS Air King Date Automatic 1960s RA446
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 5701 35mm 14k SS Air King Date Automatic 1960s RA446

Mens Rolex Precision Ref 5701 35mm 14k SS Air King Date Automatic 1960s RA446

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. Classic elegance, Men's Rolex Precision Ref.5701 Air-King-Date automatic, a vintage classic, highly versatile, a fine addition to ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Rolex Precision Ref 5701 35mm 14k SS Air King Date Automatic 1960s RA446B
Mens Rolex Precision Ref 5701 35mm 14k SS Air King Date Automatic 1960s RA446B

Mens Rolex Precision Ref 5701 35mm 14k SS Air King Date Automatic 1960s RA446B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap and buckle. Classic elegance, Men's Rolex Precision Ref.5701 Air-King-Date automatic, versatile luxury, a fine addition to your collection.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Precision Ref.9659 18k White Gold Hand-Wind, c.1960s Swiss RA153
Mens Rolex Precision Ref.9659 18k White Gold Hand-Wind, c.1960s Swiss RA153

Mens Rolex Precision Ref.9659 18k White Gold Hand-Wind, c.1960s Swiss RA153

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap, Rolex buckle. A gorgeous classic, men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.5500 "Air-King", highly versatile, perfect with any style, for any occasio...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Charcoal Dial Perpetual Wind Wristwatch
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Charcoal Dial Perpetual Wind Wristwatch

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King Charcoal Dial Perpetual Wind Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Ref. 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel DIMENSIONS: 41mm X 35mm CIRCA: 1969 / 1970 MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Perpet...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Green Dial and Diamond Markers
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Green Dial and Diamond Markers

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Green Dial and Diamond Markers

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1960's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Vintage RJC131
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Vintage RJC131

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Vintage RJC131

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, perfect for any style, any occasion, a fine ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial Ca 1970 /80's
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial Ca 1970 /80's

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial Ca 1970 /80's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1988 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 34mm ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970/80's
Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970/80's

Rolex Stainless Steel Air King with Original Dial circa, 1970/80's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 39mm X Diameter 34m...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Made Purple Dial circa 1970's
Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Made Purple Dial circa 1970's

Rolex Steel Air-King with Custom Made Purple Dial circa 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm x Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RJC191T
Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RJC191T

Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RJC191T

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, the perfect watch to compliment any style, f...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RA340
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RA340

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RA340

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, the perfect watch to compliment any style, f...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RJC106B
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RJC106B

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King Automatic 1960s Swiss RJC106B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, perfect for any style, any occasion, a fine ...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Men's Rolex Oyster Precision "Air-King" Ref.1008 Automatic, c.1960s RA117TAN
Men's Rolex Oyster Precision "Air-King" Ref.1008 Automatic, c.1960s RA117TAN

Men's Rolex Oyster Precision "Air-King" Ref.1008 Automatic, c.1960s RA117TAN

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap with Rolex buckle. Striking classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 1008 "Air-King" in green, highly versatile, a standout addition to any ensem...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage NA142R
Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage NA142R

Rolex Oyster Precision 5500 Air King 34m Mens Automatic 1970s Vintage NA142R

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket red vintage leather strap. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, perfect for any style, for any occasion, a fine add...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 1002 Air King Pink Dial Automatic, 1970s RA172P
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 1002 Air King Pink Dial Automatic, 1970s RA172P

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision 1002 Air King Pink Dial Automatic, 1970s RA172P

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket hand-made pink croc strap, with Rolex buckle. A tunning iconic classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Ref.1002 "Air-King" in chic pink, highly versatile, a ...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Men's Rolex Oyster Precision "Air-King" Ref.5500 Automatic, circa 1970s RA116BLU
Men's Rolex Oyster Precision "Air-King" Ref.5500 Automatic, circa 1970s RA116BLU

Men's Rolex Oyster Precision "Air-King" Ref.5500 Automatic, circa 1970s RA116BLU

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket blue leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A stunning, iconic classic, men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5500 "Air-King" in sky-blue, a standout addition to any col...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic Swiss 1970s RJC190S
Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic Swiss 1970s RJC190S

Mens Rolex Ref 5500 Oyster Precision Air King Automatic Swiss 1970s RJC190S

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket hand-made salmon color croc strap, with Rolex buckle. A timeless classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Precision Air-King, highly versatile, perfect for any style, f...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Ref 14000 Automatic 1990s Swiss RJC123
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Ref 14000 Automatic 1990s Swiss RJC123

Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Ref 14000 Automatic 1990s Swiss RJC123

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new aftermarket leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A stunning classic, Men's Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King, highly versatile, perfect for any style, any occasion, a fine a...

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's
Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's

Rolex Steel Oyster Perpetual Air King with Custom Finished Green Dial, 1970's

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air King / Reference 5500 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 35m...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Air King Reference 5520 1960s Gold Capped Shell Champagne Dial 34mm Watch.
Rolex Air King Reference 5520 1960s Gold Capped Shell Champagne Dial 34mm Watch.

Rolex Air King Reference 5520 1960s Gold Capped Shell Champagne Dial 34mm Watch.

By Rolex

Located in Toronto, CA

Brand : Rolex Model: Air King Reference Number : 5520 Features : Screw down Crown - Champagne Dial Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: G...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

Mens Rolex Ref 5501 Air King 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA240B
Mens Rolex Ref 5501 Air King 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA240B

Mens Rolex Ref 5501 Air King 14k Gold SS Automatic 1960s Vintage RA240B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap, with Rolex buckle. A stunning classic, Men's 14k gold and stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 5501 Air-King automatic, very versatile, ca...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage RA477B
Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage RA477B

Mens Rolex Oyster Precision Ref 5500 Air King 34m Automatic 1970s Vintage RA477B

By Rolex

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fitted on new, aftermarket leather strap and buckle. An iconic classic, Rolex Men's Oyster Precision Air-King 5500, versatile luxury for your lifestyle, can go from office to after h...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s
Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s

Rolex Steel Air King with Custom Made Green Dial and Diamond Markers circa 1970s

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Air-King / Reference 5500/1002 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 38mm X Diamete...

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Air-King 5500, Case, Certified and Warranty
Rolex Air-King 5500, Case, Certified and Warranty

Rolex Air-King 5500, Case, Certified and Warranty

By Rolex

Located in Miami, FL

Rolex Air-King Reference #:5500. Rolex Mens/Ladies 34mm Stainless Steel Air-King - Automatic Movement - Silver Dial with Silver Stick Hour Markers and Minute Drag Border - Stainless ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel Oyster-Perpetual Air-King Automatic Wristwatch
Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel Oyster-Perpetual Air-King Automatic Wristwatch

Rolex Vintage Stainless Steel Oyster-Perpetual Air-King Automatic Wristwatch

By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King Factory Grey Stick Dial 34mm in size 1968 Production Acrylic Crystal Automatic Movement Comes Fitted on a New Handmade Red Pebbled Leath...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Oyster Air King “Super Precision” Ref 5504, circa 1959
Rolex Oyster Air King “Super Precision” Ref 5504, circa 1959

Rolex Oyster Air King “Super Precision” Ref 5504, circa 1959

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A terrific looking gilt dial Rolex Air King ref 5504 serial# 452,xxx circa 1959.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Super Precision Wristwatch Ref 5504 circa 1958
Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Super Precision Wristwatch Ref 5504 circa 1958

Rolex Stainless Steel Air-King Super Precision Wristwatch Ref 5504 circa 1958

By Rolex

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Rolex Air-King Ref. 5504 Super Precision Case Stainless steel, screw back, acrylic glass, screw-down crown, rare 36mm diameter Movement caliber 1530, automatic Dial o...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

1942 Rolex “Sky Rocket” Total Restoration
1942 Rolex “Sky Rocket” Total Restoration

1942 Rolex “Sky Rocket” Total Restoration

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H 0.52 in W 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in

1942 Rolex “Sky Rocket” Total Restoration

By Rolex

Located in Raleigh, NC

The watch measures 29mm wide by 36mm long and is supplied on a brand new leather strap. Put this treasure into perspective, read below!  

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1958
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1958

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1958

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice of fine or distressed leather strap. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyste...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1967
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1967

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch circa 1967

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice or fine or exotic leather strap for a sporty of dress look. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date Pre...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1956
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1956

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1956

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Powered by self-winding Rolex calibre 1080 movement with sweep seconds. Offered on your choice of fine or distressed leather strap.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch, circa 1961
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch, circa 1961

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch, circa 1961

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice of fine or exotic leather style strap. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oys...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1955
Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1955

Rolex Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1955

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice of distressed or fine leather strap. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyste...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1961
Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1961

Rolex Rose Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch circa 1961

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice of fine leather or exotic skin strap. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyst...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 1975
Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 1975

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Wristwatch circa 1975

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date.

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1998
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1998

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 16200 circa 1998

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1971
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1971

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Date Wristwatch circa 1971

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel "Fat Boy" Datejust Wristwatch circa 1972
Rolex Stainless Steel "Fat Boy" Datejust Wristwatch circa 1972

Rolex Stainless Steel "Fat Boy" Datejust Wristwatch circa 1972

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice of fine leather or exotic skin strap. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyst...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1971
Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1971

Rolex Stainless Steel Datejust Wristwatch Ref 1601 circa 1971

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

-34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date. This is the most popular size for women wanting a larger watch

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Stainless Steel, White Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 1102 circa 1941
Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 1102 circa 1941

Rolex Stainless Steel Bubbleback Wristwatch Ref 1102 circa 1941

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

  -34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date. This is the most popular size for women wanting a larger watch

Category

Vintage 1940s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6564 circa 1959
Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6564 circa 1959

Rolex Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Wristwatch Ref 6564 circa 1959

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Offered on your choice of fine or exotic leather strap. Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Pe...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 1969
Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 1969

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch circa 1969

By Rolex

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Explanation about sizes of vintage Rolex watches: 36mm full size man's Datejust or Day-Date President. 34mm man's Oyster Perpetual, Air-King, or Oyster Perpetual Date.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Rolex Air King Leather Strap For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rolex air king leather strap you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from stainless steel, 18k gold and gold — can elevate any look. You’re likely to find the perfect rolex air king leather strap among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a rolex air king leather strap, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Rolex Air King Leather Strap?

The price for a rolex air king leather strap starts at $3,950 and tops out at $43,011 with these watches, on average, selling for $5,800.

Rolex for sale on 1stDibs

While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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