Vintage ROLEX Oyster Perpetual Precision Air-King Mint Serviced [REF. 5500]

This 1987 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Precision Air-King [Ref. 5500] is in outstanding, near-mint condition. The watch has been recently serviced by us , including cleaning, oiling, and regulation. Of particular note is the extremely low stretch of the Oyster steel bracelet – a rare and valuable feature in Air-King models of this era.

With its timeless silver dial, robust steel case and legendary Rolex Calibre 1520, this Air-King is an absolute classic and an ideal piece for both collectors and everyday use.

Condition

Subjective assessment taking age into account:

• Case: Mint
• Bezel: Mint
• Glass: Mint
• Gait: Mint
• Work: Mint
• Bracelet: Mint
• Dial: Mint
• Case back: Mint

Work carried out

• Factory cleaned & oiled
• factory regulated
• Professionally cleaned and fully inspected
• Case polished to a high gloss
• professional case refinishing
• High-gloss polished bezel
• Oysterband refinished on high-gloss and satin surfaces
• Polished acrylic glass

Technical data

• Brand: Rolex
• Model: Oyster Perpetual Precision Air-King [REF. 5500]
• Year of manufacture: 1987
• Diameter: 34 mm
• Weight: 80 g
• Housing material: Stainless steel
• Dial color: Silver
• Original glass: Yes
• Glass: Acrylic glass
• Waterproof: No guarantee / not tested
• Bracelet length: 19.5 cm

clockwork

• Caliber: Rolex Cal. 1520
• Elevator: Automatic
• Power reserve: 42 hours
• Rate: +6 s/d
• Amplitude: 259°
• Beat Error: 0.6 ms

Scope of delivery

• The clock
• Transport box
• In-house certificate of authenticity

Conclusion

This Rolex Air-King 5500 is one of the brand's most popular entry-level vintage models – but examples in mint condition , freshly serviced and with a virtually stretch-free Oyster bracelet are extremely rare today. A perfect, value-retaining classic.