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Lot 348

Lot 348

ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Air-King Superprecision bracelet watch. Circa 1963....

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Lot 348

Lot Description

ROLEX - a gentleman's Oyster Perpetual Air-King Superprecision bracelet watch. Circa 1963. Stainless steel case. Reference 5500, serial 977391. Signed automatic calibre 1530. Silvered dial with spearhead hour markers. Fitted to a signed stainless steel Oyster bracelet with Oysterclasp. 35mm.

360: Yes

Brand: Rolex

Model: Air King

Model no.: 5500

Postage: Auction Default

Serial number: 977391

Derivative: Oyster Perpetual

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

<li>Movement is currently functioning.

<li>Movement has scratches, marks and tarnishing commensurate with general wear visible to the naked eye. Signs of surface rust visible to some of the steel parts. One case screw missing, meaning movement is no longer secure in case.

<li>Dial appears to be in a poor condition with noticeable marks, scratches, tarnishing, some lifting of the laminate. Evidence of moisture ingress to the top part of the dial.

<li>Hands show marks and tarnishing. Luminous paint has discoloured and is missing in parts.

<li>Glass has scratches and marks.  

<li>Case shows scratches, marks and dints.

<li>Crown screws down and has scratches and marks.

<li>Bracelet has scratches and some signs of stretching to links.

<li>Clasp is currently functioning and shows visible scratches and marks.


<li>Bracelet measures approximately 17cm including case.<p>

<p>This lot comes with a replica box in used condition but no 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 the Watch Department on 0121 212 5506 or at watches@fellows.co.uk


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