Collectie · 1945

Air-King

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Geïntroduceerd: 1945

The Rolex Air-King pays tribute to the pioneers of flight and the role of the Oyster watch in the epic story of aviation. Originally launched in 1945, the Air-King was part of Rolex's "Air" series, which included the Air-Tiger, Air-Lion, and Air-Giant models.

The Air-King has evolved significantly over its decades of production, from a simple time-only watch to a distinctive sports watch with aviation-inspired design elements. The modern Air-King features a unique dial design with a blend of Arabic numerals and hour markers, paying homage to the cockpit instruments of aircraft.

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Design Heritage:

  • Aviation-inspired dial layout with 3, 6, and 9 o'clock Arabic numerals
  • Distinctive minute track for enhanced legibility
  • Robust Oyster case construction
  • Self-winding mechanical movement

Modern Features:

  • Anti-magnetic resistance to 1,000 gauss
  • Chromalight display for enhanced visibility
  • Oyster bracelet with Oysterclasp
  • Water resistance to 100 meters

Historical Significance: The Air-King represents Rolex's longest-running model designation, with various interpretations spanning nearly 80 years of continuous production.

All references

126900
126900 Air-King 2022–Present
116900
116900 Air-King 2016–2022
114200
114200 Air-King 2000–2014
14010
14010 Air-King (Engine-Turned Bezel) 1989–2000
14000
14000 Air-King (Smooth Bezel) 1989–2000
5500
5500 Air-King 1957-1994
14000M
14000M Air-King 2000-2007

Common questions

When was the Air-King produced?
Production years for the Air-King span multiple generations; individual references on this page list their specific production windows.
What makes the Air-King special?
The Rolex Air-King pays tribute to the pioneers of flight and the role of the Oyster watch in the epic story of aviation. Originally launched in 1945, the Air-King was part of Rolex's "Air" series, which included the Air-Tiger, Air-Lion, and Air-Giant models. The Air-King has...
What parts and common issues should I know about?
Most Air-King service work concerns bracelet links and clasps (regular wear), dial restoration on vintage references, and movement parts at the standard service intervals. Our shop carries bracelet links, dials, bezels, crystals, and movement parts compatible with this collection.

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