Rolex Air-King 34mm - Ref. 5500/7

We are pleased to offer for sale a Rolex Air-King Ref. 5500/7 in solid 14k yellow gold, featuring a silver linen dial and an original Rolex B&S brick bracelet. A beautiful and rare configuration, bringing together two details you don’t often see on an Air-King.

This example is accompanied by an original Rolex box and a Rolex service guarantee card dated 2003.

Case and Bezel
The 34mm yellow gold case keeps the classic, understated proportions of the vintage Air-King. Its smooth bezel and simple design make it an easy watch to wear, while the solid 14k gold gives this example an elevated feel from the more familiar steel versions.

Dial
The silver linen dial is a lovely feature of this example. Its fine woven texture gives it more depth than a plain silver dial, changing subtly with the light. Gold baton markers and matching hands keep the layout simple and pair beautifully with the yellow gold case.

Bracelet
The original Rolex B&S brick bracelet is what really sets this watch apart. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, its closely arranged links have a distinctive look that works particularly well with the texture of the linen dial. It’s an unusual bracelet to find on an Air-King and gives this example much of its charm.

Movement
The watch is powered by a Rolex automatic movement, which winds through the movement of the wrist. Its straightforward time-only display keeps the dial clean and balanced, in keeping with the simple appeal of the Air-King.

Together, the silver linen dial and gold brick bracelet make this a particularly interesting take on a familiar Rolex design, in a configuration you rarely come across.

Included with the Watch
Original Box: Yes
Original Papers: No
Rolex Service Card: Yes, dated 2003

Technical Data
Model: Ref. 5500/7
Year: 1972
Case Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Case Diameter: 34mm
Bezel: Smooth
Bracelet: Original Rolex B&S Brick Bracelet
Bracelet Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Dial: Silver Linen