Thematic Auction in Geneva:The Evolut...
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Nov 16, 2002
LOT 506
Rolex, Oyster Perpetual "Air-King",Super Precision, Ref. 5504. Produced in the 1950's.Fine, center-seconds, self-winding, water-resistant, stainless steel gentleman's wristwatch with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet.
CHF 2,000 - 3,000
EUR 1,300 - 2,000
Sold: CHF 2,185
C. three-body, polished and brushed, screwed-down case back and crown. D. matte silver with applied steel bâton indexes. "Alpha" steel hands. M. Cal. 1530, rhodium-plated, 26 jewels, straight line lever escapement, monometallic balance, shock-absorber, self-compensating Breguet balance spring.Dial, case and movement signed.Diam. 35 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: A |
Good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3 |
Good |
Dial: 3 - 01 |
Notes
Approx. overall length : 190 mm.The "Air-King" was first introduced in 1953 in honor of the Royal Air Force pilots who flew in the battle of Britain. The event took place from July 10 to October 31, 1940.