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entropydave · 7 October 2010, 09:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lorsban

Glad to see a little Air-King love. Here's mine:

aaaww just like my baby! I got blue markers on mine. It gains around 16 sec a month and I love it!
so elegant, understated and discrete. Only twice in 3 years has anyone spotted it.

entropydave · 7 October 2010, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by swisslivingame

Air-king respect, and you can buy a new dials too (as with any Rolex...). Here is my 'after picture, bought the watch in Switzerland where I live in 2008, changed the dial recently. I love the blue glowing markers !
Price to switch dials was 500 Swiss Francs (check out my posting on the matter) . cheers

grrr I wanted to put your pic in as that is exactly like my baby!
Saves me taking a pic
It is a beauty

It is so good to see such an extensive review of this magnificent timepiece.
thank you I have waited a long time to se a nice long review!

TJF55 · 30 October 2010, 04:45 PM

I would like to know more about the history of the Perpetual Air King prior to puchasing one. Can any one help with more information? Thanks!

unclesallie · 30 October 2010, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarastro

First post. I'll try to attach a pic.

I started this watch up when I got it, and wore it lots for a month. It lost about 5 seconds per WEEK (not per day!) Then it ran down and sat for a
few weeks. Ever since that time, it gains about 10 seconds per day now.
Anyone have any suggestions for what I might attempt to regain the former
accuracy?

Thanks!

take it for regulation to any reputable watchmaker who is trained on rolex! beautiful watch, by the way......

ac001 · 30 October 2010, 10:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TJF55

I would like to know more about the history of the Perpetual Air King prior to puchasing one. Can any one help with more information? Thanks!

Alan: Welcome to the Forum. You can start by reading this thread from the top. You can do a search on the Air King here (Rolex Watch Reviews), the Vintage section and also the General Discussion. There is a lot of information under some of those posts.

malgamis · 7 February 2011, 11:37 AM

rolex still produce it? i can't find in the website.

ayecarumba · 8 February 2011, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by malgamis

rolex still produce it? i can't find in the website.

Welcome to TRF!

Yes, still being produced (and hopefully always will!)...keep looking on the website or just google it if you get lazy.

--Paul

bmrowe · 9 February 2011, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ayecarumba

Welcome to TRF!

Yes, still being produced (and hopefully always will!)...keep looking on the website or just google it if you get lazy.

--Paul

I don't see the Air King on rolex's site. Is it only available in certain countries?

cedargrove · 9 February 2011, 01:07 PM

Wow! I'm glad this thread was recently bumped. Some beautiful watches.

My favourite three are the blue lume sticks, the white dial w/ black romans, and anything with the orange arabics.

I would have a very hard time deciding.

Oxnard · 24 March 2011, 02:59 AM

Great thread! Personally I might be getting a 14010m with a black dial soon. In general I liked the 14000 style better than the newer ones with the 3-6-9 explorer-style dial, but they are all fantastic. The white dial with the roman numerals looks really sharp too.

Expatbob · 24 March 2011, 12:25 PM

Only just discovered this forum whilst I was doing some research for my new Rolex - what a great source of information, and so many like-minded people!

My everyday watch is an Air-King 14000M (picture attached) and I've loved it since I bought it at Geneva airport in March 2007. Simple, elegant, classic. Can't ask for more.

That said, I'm getting an urge to purchase something "sportier" - The SubC LN is the likely choice, as will still look good for everyday use. Bit worried about going for something much bigger though - 34mm to 40mm, although reviews suggest it fits the wrist surprisingly well, even with new bigger lugs. My wrist is only 6.5", so Air-King has always been perfect... The Explorer (39mm) seems a good compromise, but bit too similar perhaps to Air-King... Better go and try a few on!

Great forum everyone!

EDIT: Photo hasn't come out that well, 800x600 resolution I guess - it's sapphire clear in real life!

oneillba · 24 March 2011, 12:32 PM

What's not to Like?

threemonkeys · 25 March 2011, 12:13 PM

air king (2) (800x600).jpg

Love my '97 Air King. Although I haven't warn it for a bit as I'm honeymooning with a GMTIIC. I put it on every day, though, and marvel at how classic and timeless it is.

jim jenkins · 5 April 2011, 06:30 AM

To find the Air Kings on the Rolex website, you have to click "Rolex Watches" in the upper left and then click "Oyster Perpetual" under "Special Features".

edbsbc78 · 10 April 2011, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gaijin

Well here you go then! I love the engine turned bezel too!

HI Gaijin,
Great watch. I had the opportunity to buy the same watch but hesitated due to the fact that i thought other Rolex models will be "worth the money", regretted it big time.

The Air King will be my next Rolex.

Cheers

MrNYFC · 19 April 2011, 07:16 AM

First post--hi all.

I believe the Air-King to be one of the classiest pieces made by Rolex. It is simple and understated, yet quite unique and possessing character of its' own.

As a Breitling fanatic, I can genuinely appreciate the simplicity and class the Air-King exudes. In the market for a Daytona 16523, but the Air always makes me second guess that (albeit two different watches entirely).

Kudos to the brilliant photos.

J

Shermstead · 21 April 2011, 06:16 AM

Late to this thread, but seeing that it's still got legs here's my pic.

Bought this Air King for my dad on his 80th, a dozen years ago. After he died, I kept it and now my wife wears it. This size Rolex looks great on a women!

http://www.rolexforums.com/attachmen...1&d=1303330638

Bruno C · 22 April 2011, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David AP

I was sure I'd posted in here already - oh well, any excuse.

My lovely 1958 1030 calibre.
It's the only watch I need(apart from the Sub, obviously).....

airking by Dr Nookie, on Flickr

Beautiful watch!!!!

Justjosh · 23 April 2011, 08:01 AM

I had no idea so many folks wore/owned Air Kings.

Great watches guys!

superdelsol · 27 June 2011, 08:18 AM

The Air-King is my second Rolex, and I'm very happy with it. It's just so comfortable, and it fly's under the radar compared to some of the flashier models. It's a great combination of class, sophistication, sport, and understated elegance.

Here is my recently acquired Air-King:

The Air-King and my Wife's 31mm Date-Just Mid-Size:

Tony G · 1 July 2011, 04:22 PM

Just Beautiful !

1000km · 23 July 2011, 11:48 PM

The Air King is such a classic!

Patrick_CGN · 26 July 2011, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jon84gt

Here is mine.

Very nice, very classy!

jhamiltonwa · 19 August 2011, 01:14 AM

This is my first post here. Just wanted to say how nice it is to read nice comments about the Air-King. I have a Date model that I bought new in Jersey, Channel Islands back in 1988. Been everywhere with me ever since. Still have the box and papers. don't have a picture but it looks just like Czechman's.

I love how it looks understated and is tough as old boots. Goes with a dinner jacket and goes in the surf.

I was only young and couldn't afford it, but a good mechanical watch is a necessity not a luxury.

Cheers James from Australia.

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GradyPhilpott · 19 August 2011, 01:27 PM

I love the Air-King and the shots here are excellent.

I was at first interested in the Air-King, but it looked a little lost on my wrist and the Explorer right next to it looked just right, so I now own the 36mm Explorer.

Never had a bit of regret.

Later, I was going through some old watches that I had in a drawer and guess what. The watch that I wore some 14 years ago when I moved to Albuquerque was a 34mm and I never thought it looked small.

I guess it was just a matter of perception.

So, last year, to get a little closer to the look of the Air-King and still large enough for my wrist and my new sense of perspective, I bought a 36mm DJ.

Still no regrets, but I still admire the Air-King.

neebsta · 30 August 2011, 07:28 AM

Oyster Perpetual Super Precision

Here's mine

Joined the site in 2009, and this is my first post (forgot i'd joined :oD)

skimpydave · 31 August 2011, 01:14 PM

Here's my contribution:

http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/163/imag0248y.jpg/

Shoaib · 3 September 2011, 02:34 AM

Love this watch.

Shoaib · 3 September 2011, 05:32 AM

What are the various dial colors available for this watch?

Jfbhd4 · 7 September 2011, 05:48 AM

The blue air king is beautiful. Wish rolex made more blue dials.

24 March 2011, 12:32 PM	#132
oneillba "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Brian Location: Hamilton, MI USA Watch: My beloved TT DJ Posts: 3,831	What's not to Like? __________________ My Trusty TT DJ

27 June 2011, 08:18 AM	#140
superdelsol "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Scott Location: Arizona, USA Watch: your 6. Posts: 388	The Air-King is my second Rolex, and I'm very happy with it. It's just so comfortable, and it fly's under the radar compared to some of the flashier models. It's a great combination of class, sophistication, sport, and understated elegance. Here is my recently acquired Air-King: The Air-King and my Wife's 31mm Date-Just Mid-Size: __________________ "For a successful technology, reality must take precedence over public relations, for nature cannot be fooled." Dr. Richard P. Feynman, Rogers Commission Report, Appendix F, 9 June 1986

19 August 2011, 01:27 PM	#145
GradyPhilpott 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New Mexico Watch: 116710 BLNR Posts: 34,343	I love the Air-King and the shots here are excellent. I was at first interested in the Air-King, but it looked a little lost on my wrist and the Explorer right next to it looked just right, so I now own the 36mm Explorer. Never had a bit of regret. Later, I was going through some old watches that I had in a drawer and guess what. The watch that I wore some 14 years ago when I moved to Albuquerque was a 34mm and I never thought it looked small. I guess it was just a matter of perception. So, last year, to get a little closer to the look of the Air-King and still large enough for my wrist and my new sense of perspective, I bought a 36mm DJ. Still no regrets, but I still admire the Air-King. __________________ JJ Inaugural TRF $50 Watch Challenge Winner

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30 October 2010, 04:45 PM	#123
TJF55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Australia Watch: Perpetual Datejust Posts: 1	I would like to know more about the history of the Perpetual Air King prior to puchasing one. Can any one help with more information? Thanks!

7 February 2011, 11:37 AM	#126
malgamis "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: rio Posts: 22	rolex still produce it? i can't find in the website.

9 February 2011, 01:07 PM	#129
cedargrove "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Rich Location: Canada Watch: Milgauss, GMT IIc Posts: 3,012	Wow! I'm glad this thread was recently bumped. Some beautiful watches. My favourite three are the blue lume sticks, the white dial w/ black romans, and anything with the orange arabics. I would have a very hard time deciding.

24 March 2011, 02:59 AM	#130
Oxnard "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8	Great thread! Personally I might be getting a 14010m with a black dial soon. In general I liked the 14000 style better than the newer ones with the 3-6-9 explorer-style dial, but they are all fantastic. The white dial with the roman numerals looks really sharp too.

25 March 2011, 12:13 PM	#133
threemonkeys "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Craig Location: Seattle-ish, USA Watch: GMTIIc, AK, LVc Posts: 7,022	air king (2) (800x600).jpg Love my '97 Air King. Although I haven't warn it for a bit as I'm honeymooning with a GMTIIC. I put it on every day, though, and marvel at how classic and timeless it is.

5 April 2011, 06:30 AM	#134
jim jenkins "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: US Posts: 1	To find the Air Kings on the Rolex website, you have to click "Rolex Watches" in the upper left and then click "Oyster Perpetual" under "Special Features".

19 April 2011, 07:16 AM	#136
MrNYFC "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NYC Watch: B Posts: 2	First post--hi all. I believe the Air-King to be one of the classiest pieces made by Rolex. It is simple and understated, yet quite unique and possessing character of its' own. As a Breitling fanatic, I can genuinely appreciate the simplicity and class the Air-King exudes. In the market for a Daytona 16523, but the Air always makes me second guess that (albeit two different watches entirely). Kudos to the brilliant photos. J

23 April 2011, 08:01 AM	#139
Justjosh "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Josh Location: WI Watch: This Posts: 856	I had no idea so many folks wore/owned Air Kings. Great watches guys!

1 July 2011, 04:22 PM	#141
Tony G "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NYC Watch: GMT Posts: 235	Just Beautiful !

23 July 2011, 11:48 PM	#142
1000km Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: NYC Posts: 19	The Air King is such a classic!

19 August 2011, 01:14 AM	#144
jhamiltonwa "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Perth, Australia Watch: '87 Air King Date Posts: 154	This is my first post here. Just wanted to say how nice it is to read nice comments about the Air-King. I have a Date model that I bought new in Jersey, Channel Islands back in 1988. Been everywhere with me ever since. Still have the box and papers. don't have a picture but it looks just like Czechman's. I love how it looks understated and is tough as old boots. Goes with a dinner jacket and goes in the surf. I was only young and couldn't afford it, but a good mechanical watch is a necessity not a luxury. Cheers James from Australia. --- I am here: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=-31.930196,115.872237 - Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

31 August 2011, 01:14 PM	#147
skimpydave Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: David Location: vancouver Watch: 11Exp1AirKinSpeedy Posts: 15	Here's my contribution: http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/163/imag0248y.jpg/

3 September 2011, 02:34 AM	#148
Shoaib "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Posts: 11	Love this watch.

3 September 2011, 05:32 AM	#149
Shoaib "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Posts: 11	What are the various dial colors available for this watch?

7 September 2011, 05:48 AM	#150
Jfbhd4 "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: St louis Posts: 347	The blue air king is beautiful. Wish rolex made more blue dials.

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