The Rolex Air-King, which is also known as the "Warrior Watch," pays homage to the pioneers of flight and the Oyster’s roles in the marvelous story of aviation. The Rolex Air-King's history is deeply related to the legacy of the British Royal Air Force.With its case in Oyster stainless steel, solid-link Oyster bracelet with Oyster clasp, and a distinctive black dial, the Air-King perpetuates the aeronautical heritage of the original Rolex Oyster.
Rolex created a collection of Air-King watches to provide RAF (Royal Air Force) pilots with reliable tools that could be easily read and withstand the rigors of combat. The Air-King, Rolex’s most popular Air model, was one of Rolex’s most extended continuously manufactured models, as it was the most straightforward and least expensive Rolex. This watch has every significant feature that makes a Rolex a Rolex; it has no date, a 100 m water-resistant case, a chronometer certification, and a screw-down crown. Thus it was always highly praised by collectors and fans of the brand alike for its elegant simplicity and its battle-proven toughness.