Steel, automatic, plastic crystal, Oyster bracelet, folding clasp, circa 1958.
Caliber 1530, Movement no. 28314, Serial no. 374778, Reference no. 5500, Case no. 5500 / II.1958, Bracelet reference no. 4 / 66/57.
Bridge replaced with 1520, the caliber is fundamentally 1530. Replaced hands. Newer bracelet, ca 1966. Wear due to age and use. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, Bukowskis does not guarantee the future function of the movement. Please note that the movement has not been tested for timekeeping accuracy and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Watches have been opened to examine movements therefore no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. Potential buyers should inspect each watch to satisfy themselves as to condition. For more information, please read our Conditions of Purchase.
In 1957, Rolex introduced the Air-King 5500, officially releasing it to the public in 1958.