ROLEX AIR KING DATE REF: 5701 REVIEW | Why is this vintage watch so special?

Hey guys! In today's video, I review my Rolex Air King Date. This is a vintage watch and although it looks like a typical Rolex, it is quite special and unique!
The first Air-King date was introduced in 1959. It was essentially an Air-King time-only watch available on the market at the time BUT with 2 major differences:
1. It had a yellow gold fluted bezel as opposed to smooth and silver in color like the original Air-King.
2. The new and improved watch also had a date function.
This is an Air-King Date from 1988. It is automatic, caliber 1520.
Rolex has discontinued the Air-King Date. But two-tone models like this one can be purchased on the pre-loved market. Prices begin at around $4500 USD for a Rolex Air-King Date on an oyster bracelet. Rolex Air-King Dates on leather straps are a little less expensive. Some can be found at the $3000 USD price point.
LINKS:
Air-King Date ref: 5701: www.chrono24.c...
Time Merchants (Best vintage watch boutique in Montreal!): www.timemercha... *Prices are in USD!*
For more information and a close-up of this beautiful timepiece, watch the video!
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