116900

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The Ref. 116900 marked the triumphant return of the Air-King after a brief hiatus, introduced at Baselworld 2016. This reference represented a complete redesign of the Air-King, transforming it from a simple dress watch into a distinctive aviation-inspired sports watch.

Key Characteristics:

• 40mm Oyster case - largest Air-King to date
• Unique dial design with 3, 6, 9 Arabic numerals
• Green "Air-King" text and minute markers
• Mercedes-style hands typical of Rolex sports watches
• Anti-magnetic resistance to 1,000 gauss

Technical Specifications:

• Caliber 3131 movement with anti-magnetic properties
• Enhanced shock resistance
• Chromalight luminescence on hands and markers
• Smooth bezel design for clean, tool-watch aesthetic

Design Philosophy: The 116900 drew inspiration from aircraft cockpit instruments, with its clear, legible dial layout and distinctive color scheme. The green accents pay homage to the original Milgauss design language.

Parts Availability: We stock authentic bracelet links and components for the 116900 Air-King. This reference's unique dial and movement components make genuine parts particularly valuable for collectors and service centers.