Rolex - Air-King - 5500 - Men - 1973
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ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Air-King, reference 5500, circa 1973, with a 34 mm stainless steel case and automatic movement, champagne dial, 10 ATM water resistance, and a 17.5 cm original stainless steel bracelet; good condition with visible wear and a 12-month warranty certificate included.
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Description from the seller
Discover the timeless elegance of this ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Air-King, commercial reference 5500, a unisex model dating from 1973. This mythical timepiece, with its reference TOT-02303, is offered in very good condition.
Its 34mm steel case (diameter) and 12.1mm thickness houses an automatic winding movement, a guarantee of precision. It is complemented by its original 17.5 cm steel bracelet (reference 7835 19), securely held by a folding clasp, also original. The end links are reference 361.
Displaying a 10 ATM water resistance (not tested), this vintage watch continues to charm with its iconic design. A 12-month warranty certificate is included. The watch is sold alone.
Technical data
Base information
Brand
ROLEX
Title supplement
Circa 1973 | Cal 1520 | Linen dial
Model
Oyster Perpetual Air-King
Reference
5500
TOT reference
TOT-02303
Year
1973
Condition
Very good
Gender
Unisex
Style
Dressy, Vintage
Delivered contents
Watch alone
Movement
Type
Automatic winding
Calibre
Rolex 1520
Power reserve
42 h
Number of jewels
26
Frequency
19 800
Case
Material
Steel
Diameter
34 mm
Height
39.1 mm
Thickness
12.1 mm
Water resistance
10 ATM
Bezel
Steel
Crystal
Plexiglass
Dial
Color
Champagne
Markers
Batons
Bracelet
Material
Steel
Color
Steel
Size
17.5 cm
Original
Yes
Clasp
Folding
Clasp material
Steel
Original clasp
Yes
Service & Warranty
Warranty
12 months
Deviation
-7 s/day
Amplitude
196°
Waterproof test
No
Discover the timeless elegance of this ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Air-King, commercial reference 5500, a unisex model dating from 1973. This mythical timepiece, with its reference TOT-02303, is offered in very good condition.
Its 34mm steel case (diameter) and 12.1mm thickness houses an automatic winding movement, a guarantee of precision. It is complemented by its original 17.5 cm steel bracelet (reference 7835 19), securely held by a folding clasp, also original. The end links are reference 361.
Displaying a 10 ATM water resistance (not tested), this vintage watch continues to charm with its iconic design. A 12-month warranty certificate is included. The watch is sold alone.
Technical data
Base information
Brand
ROLEX
Title supplement
Circa 1973 | Cal 1520 | Linen dial
Model
Oyster Perpetual Air-King
Reference
5500
TOT reference
TOT-02303
Year
1973
Condition
Very good
Gender
Unisex
Style
Dressy, Vintage
Delivered contents
Watch alone
Movement
Type
Automatic winding
Calibre
Rolex 1520
Power reserve
42 h
Number of jewels
26
Frequency
19 800
Case
Material
Steel
Diameter
34 mm
Height
39.1 mm
Thickness
12.1 mm
Water resistance
10 ATM
Bezel
Steel
Crystal
Plexiglass
Dial
Color
Champagne
Markers
Batons
Bracelet
Material
Steel
Color
Steel
Size
17.5 cm
Original
Yes
Clasp
Folding
Clasp material
Steel
Original clasp
Yes
Service & Warranty
Warranty
12 months
Deviation
-7 s/day
Amplitude
196°
Waterproof test
No
Details
Brand
Rolex
Gender
Men
Model
Air-King
Reference number
5500
Band material
Steel
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Short (160–180 mm)
Period
1970-1979
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Champagne
Case material
Stainless steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Original warranty included
No
Case diameter
34 mm
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
Year
1973
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