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24 February 2018, 09:03 AM | #1 |
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Air King "Explorer Dial" - is there such a thing?
Came across a seller claiming this is an Air King Reference 5504 "Explorer Dial".
I have never seen one of these so not sure if this is a legitimate piece or whether its a Franken? Shouldn't it include the text "Super Precision" on the face of the dial? Would love to hear your thoughts as I really can't make sense of it. |
25 February 2018, 12:23 AM | #2 |
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Here's a link to the seller's site.
No direct link possible, but if you look under Explore you can find it there. http://brevetwatches.com/ I'm pretty convinced this is a hybrid model but if anyone thinks otherwise, please let me know. |
25 February 2018, 12:35 AM | #3 |
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This is a 1960 Rolex Air-King Precision fitted with a refinished / after-market dial & hands.
It did not leave the Rolex factory like this. There was a Rolex Explorer ref. 5500 with black dial and Mercedes hands, but this is not one! |
3 March 2018, 08:08 PM | #4 |
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Rolex 5504 with Explorer Dial exist
But like Mike say it is pretty strange! Can we have a photo of the serial between the lugs? This is a 5504 from HQMilton The Dial is similar to the Rolex "Commando" but the reference is different. Credit: Mondani Books |
5 March 2018, 02:40 AM | #5 |
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I read the 5500 from inside the case back.
The 5504 is a 36mm case diameter. The 5500 is a 34mm case diameter. So a 5504 with 5500 case back should not be feasible... |
5 March 2018, 10:12 PM | #6 |
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The pictures in the link are the only ones that are there, so unfortunately nothing related to serial no between lugs.
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8 March 2018, 01:27 PM | #7 |
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If in doubt, stay away from these Air King Explorers.
Or consult experts like Eric! |
23 June 2018, 06:52 AM | #8 |
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any idea what this dial is? s/n says 1975
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