The latest annual Air‑King model, 40 mm case. It features the distinctive Rolex‑signature green hands and green logo dial. Raised numeral hour markers with premium Swiss luminous coating, hidden crown logo at 6 o’clock. Powered by integrated 3230 movement,
offering excellent value for money.
The Air‑King pays tribute to the golden age of aviation in the 1930s. British aviator Charles Douglas Barnard, one of the pioneering pilots who set multiple flight records, commented on the Oyster watch: "This watch performs excellently and is especially
suitable for flying. I intend to wear it on all my future long‑distance flights."
This timepiece embodies the special connection between Rolex and aviation during that era. It was a period of rapid aircraft development, expanding routes and the arrival of long‑haul commercial flights.
The Air‑King comes with its characteristic black dial. Large Arabic numerals mark the 3‑, 6‑ and 9‑hour positions, while prominent minute scales allow clear time‑reading during flight. The "Air‑King" script font on the dial was created exclusively
for the original model back in the 1950s.
Honouring the generation of aviation pioneers, the Air‑King celebrates the important place of the Oyster watch within aviation history.
Crafted in 40 mm Oyster‑steel case, fitted with solid Oyster bracelet and iconic black dial, this Air‑King carries forward the legacy linking the Oyster watch to the world of flight.
