Monday 21 July 2014 | 11:00 | Lots: 247

Monday 21 July 2014 | 11:00 | Lots: 247

Lot 252

Lot 252

ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Air-King Super Precision wrist watch. Circa 1956....

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Lot 252

Lot Description

ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Air-King Super Precision wrist watch. Circa 1956. Reference 5500, serial 572396. Signed automatic calibre 1530. Silvered dial with baton hour markers. Smooth bezel, stainless steel case fitted to a non-original brown leather strap with gold plated pin buckle. 34mm.

Brand: Rolex

Export issue: Yes

Model: Air King

Postage: Auction Default

Derivative: Oyster Perpetual

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li> Automatic movement is currently functioning.

<li> Movement appears in a good state, however it shows some discolouration and scratches in various places due to the age.

<li> Dial shows some very superficial scuffs when viewed under 10x loupe.

<li> There is some noticeable pitting to hour markers and Rolex crown to twelve.

<li> Hands appear tarnished and hour hand is discoloured.

<li> Glass is heavily scratched to the whole surface, some of these scratches appear really deep.

<li> Bezel and case also show general marks and scratches to the whole surface.

<li> Watch may benefit from a clean.

<li> Case shows some tiny chips to the edges in various places.

<li> Non-original leather strap appears in a pleasant state with some light signs of wear only.

<li> Pin buckle is scuffed. <p>

This lot does not come with box or papers. <p>

Fellows do not guarantee the working order or accuracy of any lots sold. <p>

Due to opening of the case back we recommend this watch is re-sealed by an authorised technician to ensure any stated water resistance is retained. <p>

Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for any additional considerations that may affect this lot. <p>

If you should have further queries regarding this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Conrad Cunningham on 0121 212 5506 or at conrad@fellows.co.uk

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