Rolex - 1996 Air-King 14010

WHAT WE LOVE:

The Rolex Air-King 14010 is one of the most understated and wearable references from Rolex’s mid-90s to early-2000s era. With its compact 34mm Oyster case, engine-turned bezel, and clean dial layout, it offers a timeless, no-fuss experience that embodies Rolex’s roots in practical luxury.

This particular reference stands out with its engine-turned bezel — a subtle but distinctive feature that adds texture and personality to the otherwise smooth Oyster case. Whether paired with a crisp white, black, or silver dial, the 14010 delivers vintage-leaning aesthetics with the benefits of sapphire crystal, solid end links, and a modern-feeling bracelet.

Often overlooked in favour of larger sport models, the Air-King 14010 is a sleeper classic — refined, unpretentious, and unmistakably Rolex. It wears comfortably on any wrist, and its clean proportions make it an excellent daily companion.

WHAT'S INSIDE:

Inside beats the Rolex Caliber 3000, a robust and reliable COSC-certified automatic movement used across Rolex’s professional and classic lines in the 1990s. It features hacking seconds, 28,800 bph, and Rolex’s signature attention to accuracy and reliability — even if it's hidden behind the solid Oyster caseback.

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