Rolex - Air-King - 5500 - Men - 1981

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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King reference 5500 from circa 1981, with automatic Calibre 1520 movement, a 34 mm stainless steel case, black dial, stainless steel bracelet 18.5 cm, original bracelet and clasp, in good condition with visible wear and 10 ATM water resistance not tested.

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Discover the ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Air-King Reference 5500, an iconic unisex piece from 1981, bearing Reference TOT-02327. Its automatic movement, housed in a 34mm steel case with a thickness of 11.3mm, embodies the perfect fusion of precision and timeless elegance. The original steel bracelet, Reference 78350 19, with a size of 18.5 cm and its clasp also original (Reference 78350), ensures impeccable comfort and style. With a water resistance of 10 ATM (not tested), this watch in good overall condition is a remarkable expression of Rolex watchmaking expertise, and is offered with a 12-month warranty.

Technical sheet

Basic data
Brand
ROLEX
Subtitle
Circa 1981 | Cal 1520 | Date
Model
Oyster Perpetual Air-King
Reference
5500
Ref. TOT
TOT-02327
Year
1981
Condition
Good
Gender
Unisex
Style
Dressy, Vintage
What’s included
Watch only

Movement
Type
Automatic
Caliber
Rolex 1520
Power reserve
42 h
Jewels
26
Frequency
19 800

Case
Material
Stainless steel
Diameter
34 mm
Height
39.3 mm
Thickness
11.3 mm
Water resistance
10 ATM
Bezel
Steel
Glass
Plexiglass

Dial
Color
Black
Indices
Batons

Bracelet
Material
Steel
Color
Steel
Size
18.5 cm
Original
Yes
Clasp
Fold-over
Clasp material
Steel
Original clasp
Yes

Service & Warranty
Warranty
12 months
Deviation
-10 s/day
Amplitude
265°
Water resistance tested
No

Discover the ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Air-King Reference 5500, an iconic unisex piece from 1981, bearing Reference TOT-02327. Its automatic movement, housed in a 34mm steel case with a thickness of 11.3mm, embodies the perfect fusion of precision and timeless elegance. The original steel bracelet, Reference 78350 19, with a size of 18.5 cm and its clasp also original (Reference 78350), ensures impeccable comfort and style. With a water resistance of 10 ATM (not tested), this watch in good overall condition is a remarkable expression of Rolex watchmaking expertise, and is offered with a 12-month warranty.

Technical sheet

Basic data
Brand
ROLEX
Subtitle
Circa 1981 | Cal 1520 | Date
Model
Oyster Perpetual Air-King
Reference
5500
Ref. TOT
TOT-02327
Year
1981
Condition
Good
Gender
Unisex
Style
Dressy, Vintage
What’s included
Watch only

Movement
Type
Automatic
Caliber
Rolex 1520
Power reserve
42 h
Jewels
26
Frequency
19 800

Case
Material
Stainless steel
Diameter
34 mm
Height
39.3 mm
Thickness
11.3 mm
Water resistance
10 ATM
Bezel
Steel
Glass
Plexiglass

Dial
Color
Black
Indices
Batons

Bracelet
Material
Steel
Color
Steel
Size
18.5 cm
Original
Yes
Clasp
Fold-over
Clasp material
Steel
Original clasp
Yes

Service & Warranty
Warranty
12 months
Deviation
-10 s/day
Amplitude
265°
Water resistance tested
No

Details

Brand
Rolex
Gender
Men
Model
Air-King
Reference number
5500
Band material
Steel
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1980-1989
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Black
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
1981
FranceVerified
204
Objects sold
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