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Rolex 5504 “Big Air King”

  1. vibe Feb 3, 2023

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    I saw a 5504 years ago and fell in love. It had a dial that was creamy and the dauphine hands and furniture had a slight gold patina. It has been on my grail list since then and I was finally able to pick one up. It wasn’t running and it had a fake crown, but it is serviced and correct now. I am really happy with this one from 1959! it even has the original butterfly rotor on the 1530.

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  2. Dan S Feb 3, 2023

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    It must feel very satisfying to finally have it on your wrist. :thumbsup:
     
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  3. Watch my Whisky Feb 4, 2023

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    Love these. Wear it and enjoy it!
     
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  4. jantjewgm Feb 4, 2023

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    Nice one! Enjoy
     
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  5. JwRosenthal Feb 4, 2023

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    I never knew there was a big Airking! Great, now I have something else to look for :cautious:
     
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  6. vibe Feb 4, 2023

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    There were also an Everest model (Canada) and an Explorer in the same reference. I think the 5504 was only made 1958-1960, so short run and quite rare. I image that a lot of the Air Kings got aftermarket explorer dials. The blue steel second just pops on this reference.

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  7. thelinendial Feb 4, 2023

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    Great pickup and it looks great on your wrist!
     
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