{"product_id":"rolex-airking-ref-5500-with-super-rare-dial","title":"Rolex Airking Ref 5500 With SUPER rare Dial","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"62\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eRolex Air-King ref. 5500 – Rare Vertical Brush Dial – 1969\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eA striking and uncommon example of the classic Rolex Air-King ref. 5500, featuring an exceptionally rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"213\"\u003edark grey \/ blue vertically brushed dial\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dials like this appear only occasionally and give the watch a completely different character compared to the more common sunburst or matte Air-King dials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eDepending on the light, the dial shifts between deep charcoal grey and a subtle steel-blue tone, while the vertical brushing creates a beautiful texture that plays with reflections across the surface. Combined with the warm patina of the applied hour markers, the result is a dial that feels both refined and distinctly vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eThe watch is fitted on a solid Oyster bracelet, giving the piece a slightly more modern and robust feel while keeping the classic Air-King proportions that collectors love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eThe ref. 5500 is one of Rolex’s longest-produced references and remains a favorite among enthusiasts for its clean design and pure time-only functionality. Its balanced case proportions and understated dial layout make it one of the most wearable vintage Rolex models ever made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eSerial \u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1173\"\u003e2264XXX\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating the watch to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e1969\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eA rare dial configuration that makes this Air-King stand out immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eTechnical background\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003eThe Rolex Air-King ref. 5500 was produced from the late 1950s through the late 1980s and represents one of the purest expressions of Rolex’s time-only Oyster watches. Most examples were powered by the reliable Rolex cal. 1520 automatic movement. With its 34mm Oyster case, acrylic crystal and simple dial layout, the 5500 became known as a durable everyday watch while maintaining the understated elegance typical of vintage Rolex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003eTech sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"2075\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eReference: 5500\u003cbr data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eYear: 1969\u003cbr data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003eSerial: 2264XXX\u003cbr data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1815\"\u003eCase size: 34 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eMovement: Rolex automatic, cal. 1520\u003cbr data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eDial: Dark grey \/ blue vertically brushed Air-King dial\u003cbr data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1931\"\u003eCrystal: Acrylic\u003cbr data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eLug width: 19 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1966\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eBracelet: Rolex solid Oyster bracelet\u003cbr data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003eCondition: Very good vintage condition\u003cbr data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2050\"\u003eWarranty: 2-year warranty\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Perpetual Watch Lover (PWL)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53978563739977,"sku":"1751","price":3000.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0238\/6352\/5456\/files\/DSF9578_64b4f190-c667-4d5c-8416-ec5b2e39b939.jpg?v=1772725094","url":"https:\/\/perpetualwatchlover.com\/products\/rolex-airking-ref-5500-with-super-rare-dial","provider":"Perpetual Watch Lover (PWL)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}