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Old 9 September 2020, 07:23 PM   #61
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AD in my city has 3 Air King, i'm not sure it hard to get.
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Old 9 September 2020, 11:10 PM   #62
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This was actually my first Rolex mostly because of the lower price, gateway drug, before I dropped 6 figures on watches. The design is a mess, way too many fonts. However, it’s super cool because it doesn’t look like any other Rolex. Rolex rarely breaks tradition so that makes this a cool watch. The tall, thick case looks good too.
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Old 10 September 2020, 07:24 AM   #63
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Attraction definitely isn’t a choice!
Couldn't have been said better... Particularly from someone who, I'm assuming by your screen name, has a Milgauss!
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Old 10 September 2020, 07:30 AM   #64
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it's a polarizing watch for sure, and very unique by Rolex conservatives standards, haters gonna hate, but I really think it's unique in the way the 1655 Explorer II was unique. it's a great watch to look at in person. the internet does not do it justice.
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Old 10 September 2020, 10:23 AM   #65
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My favorite one is the 36 mm blue dial 3 6 9
Probably 34 mm, not 36.
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Old 13 September 2020, 11:18 PM   #66
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it's a polarizing watch for sure, and very unique by Rolex conservatives standards, haters gonna hate, but I really think it's unique in the way the 1655 Explorer II was unique. it's a great watch to look at in person. the internet does not do it justice.
^ This post is spot on!

I always loved the old 34mm Air-Kings, they are very classic and understated watches. In the picture is my wife's and mine. The 'Bloodhound' AK is a very different beast. I believe it has full potential for cult following as it is not a traditional Rolex. I am extremely happy with mine. It coexist with the 39mm Explorer and a DJ41 in the role my work watch.
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Old 14 September 2020, 03:37 AM   #67
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Lot of people like it and a lot don’t. A family member has one and I think a lot of people who hate on it haven’t actually seen it in person. It’s a very nice watch in the metal.
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Old 14 September 2020, 05:36 AM   #68
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I dont like the numbers and how busy the dial is :(
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Old 14 September 2020, 06:50 AM   #69
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My second Crown after the sub ceramic. I think its the ultimate OPs if you like the color. However, if you want a blue OP now its another story.
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Old 14 September 2020, 12:15 PM   #70
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It's a great watch, hope they don't discontinue soon but it doesn't seem to get much love over the last few years
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Old 16 September 2020, 10:37 PM   #71
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My lovely wife gave me the OK to purchase a Rolex for my 60th birthday. Currently all of my watches are divers, including a Black Bay Blue (rose dial) and a Black Bay Black In house. I was looking for a steel OP 41 as a change, but after trying one on it was just a little too plain for me. After seeing pictures of the Bloodhound Air King I was sold. I’m a lifelong car enthusiast and I love the connection to the clock in the Bloodhound SSC. I talked to every AD within 200 miles of my home in S.E. Pennsylvania. No one had one in stock, and several told me they were only allocated 2 for the year. I turned to the internet and located a trusted jeweler in Florida and purchased it online two days ago. I received it yesterday and it is even more stunning than in pictures. I wanted something a bit different. I had a 16610 sub for 20 years before giving it to my son for college graduation. The AK is definitely different, and I love it. My wife also thinks it’s a great looking watch. Dare to be different.
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Old 16 September 2020, 10:50 PM   #72
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Not a fan, especially the modern version. it's essentially the same as an OP (vintage) or an Explorer I (Modern). Don't really see how it has any relevance to Aviation, like the ability to track a different time zone like a GMT.

I suppose it's a good entry-level Rolex, for those who don't have the means to purchase a more expensive version. Just not my cup of tea.
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Old 16 September 2020, 11:07 PM   #73
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Not a fan, especially the modern version. it's essentially the same as an OP (vintage) or an Explorer I (Modern). Don't really see how it has any relevance to Aviation, like the ability to track a different time zone like a GMT.

I suppose it's a good entry-level Rolex, for those who don't have the means to purchase a more expensive version. Just not my cup of tea.
I bought this quite recently in a quite expensive collection - think you’re view about only having it because is all someone could afford is wrong.

It’s a really nice watch the green is very nice on dial really stands out. Bargain if you ask me.
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Old 16 September 2020, 11:40 PM   #74
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For a quirky Rolex with a connection to aviation you might look into the Datejust turn-o-graph. It has a great history. Or you could just pick up a Speedmaster Pro. or Navitimer/Cosmonaute.
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Old 23 September 2020, 08:56 AM   #75
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AD in my city has 3 Air King, i'm not sure it hard to get.
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Old 23 September 2020, 09:13 AM   #76
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Bloodhound Air King on green Everest rubber
I’m not huge on rubber bracelets but that goes really nice with the green accents on the dial. Nicely done!
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Old 23 September 2020, 09:24 AM   #77
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I was able to get one in 2019...nowadays forget about it. I did see a SS back milly in store but that was 2k more for a similar watch. This model will be either discontinued or updated with the new movement in the next 12-24 months.
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Old 27 September 2020, 03:14 AM   #78
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price trend for the 116900 is mid to high 7k now...
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Old 27 September 2020, 04:13 AM   #79
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I think it's a fantastic looking watch. The hints of yellow and green on the dial look amazing!
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Old 27 September 2020, 04:19 AM   #80
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I like the older models better than the latest variant. I always wanted a blue dial.
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Old 27 September 2020, 04:25 AM   #81
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I own the new 40MM AK. Funky watch...yes a lot of haters out there but honesty its nice to get some yellow and green for once in a black dial.
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Old 27 September 2020, 04:26 AM   #82
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I'll be frank. The current one is hideous. From a design standpoint there are just so many things wrong with it. It's the second least attractive watch Rolex makes (after the YM2).

Luckily, there is the Explorer instead ;)

That’s what actually attracts me to the new one — it is such a ridiculous show from a design perspective, and so foolish, it’s gonna be the oddball over the next 20-30 years.
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Old 27 September 2020, 04:39 AM   #83
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Old 27 September 2020, 04:56 AM   #84
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Airking is great and would add a bit of fun to the collection.

Sidenote - how do you incorporate your signature on this site? or do you just past that in each time?
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Old 27 September 2020, 05:29 AM   #85
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Will be my next (4th) Rolex if I get it from AD.
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Old 27 September 2020, 05:30 AM   #86
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Old 27 September 2020, 05:35 AM   #87
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The AK is a fun watch...it just pops. Sure its not a "classic" design...if you want classic there is always the DJ 36 in TT.
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Old 27 September 2020, 06:05 AM   #88
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I saw a young corporate pilot wearing one. It looked fantastic on him! It fit the role perfectly.

I tried one on at my AD and I did not like the way it looked on my wrist. But, I don’t like how the outgoing Submariner looks on my wrist either. Regardless, if you think you can rock it, don’t hesitate. It’s a very unique watch.
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Old 27 September 2020, 06:27 AM   #89
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This one looks very good.
The new version looks like a designer’s nightmare.
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Old 27 September 2020, 02:19 PM   #90
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The dislike of the AK is honestly shocking to me. As a bit of background I just discovered watches last year (obviously I had owned basic watches including a Tag or two). I’m 44. I for one have never sought anything that could remotely be construed as blingy. I scoffed at fools that wore obnoxious rolexes as if they actually had money (or if they had money to display that wealth). Then I found then AK while vacationing with my family in Bermuda in may 2019. It was beautiful and it did not fit the Rolex stereotype. I bought it without hesitation. My frugal wife even said what’s the point in working so much if you’re never going to enjoy it. So bought it I did and haven’t thought twice about it. The disdain of some on here regarding others choices is amazing. Then of course I succumbed to this disease and bought a new ND Sub in November of last year. That watch is borderline too blingy for me though and I’ve considered selling for a more vintage sub.
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