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Rolex - A gentleman's Oyster Perpetual 'Air King' precision stainless steel wristwatch, circa 1987, the signed blue dial with silver coloured batons, hands and sweep second hand, model number 5500, serial number R333324, the signed automatic 29 jewel movement calibre 1520, case number 1002, on a steel steelinox Oyster bracelet number 78350 with Oyster clasp, complete with original guarantee dated 21/12/1987, instruction booklet, suede cover, and outer card cover, no box
Other Notes: First released in 1945, the Air King is currently one of the longest continuously manufactured models within the Rolex range. It is the only remaining watch in production from the original “Air Series” which included the Air Lion, Air Giant, and Air Tiger, all created to honour the RAF pilots of the Battle of Britain. The Air King is well known, and has become a highly prized collector's piece.

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