Bought a Blue 3-6-9 air king 114000m from 2003 for my Father who will be turning 50 next year and it is even more gorgeous in person. If you’re on the mid to smaller wrist size the 34mm doesn’t look that much different from a 36 and I’ve compared it side to side to my 36mm explorer 114270. I can’t wait to give it to him to thank him for all the years he’s supported me throughout my life. He never had much money and never really cared much for materialistic things so this will be his first Rolex. he truly is a king amongst men and since I can’t rightfully put a crown on his head, I at least can put a crown on his wrist. Cheers!
A fantastic watch and a fabulous gift! I concur with the size - quite similar in the wearing to a 36mm, and even when held side by side. Sometimes I feel the 19mm lug width is the only thing to really give it away. The blue dial on these Air-Kings is really great, we just had one come to stock and the blue just draws you in. I'm sure your father will love it and thanks for sharing!
I have the one on your left, from 1999, it's my birth watch and I love it, I seem to wear it way more that my Black bay 54 and any other watch in my collection, the Air-king seems to be speaking to me the most, I would strongly recommend this watch if you are looking for a budget Rolex, or even your first luxury watch, one big recommendation don't buy from random listings but get it from reputable dealers that can offer a 1 or 2 years warranty, it will definitely give you a peace of mind.
Bought a Blue 3-6-9 air king 114000m from 2003 for my Father who will be turning 50 next year and it is even more gorgeous in person. If you’re on the mid to smaller wrist size the 34mm doesn’t look that much different from a 36 and I’ve compared it side to side to my 36mm explorer 114270. I can’t wait to give it to him to thank him for all the years he’s supported me throughout my life. He never had much money and never really cared much for materialistic things so this will be his first Rolex. he truly is a king amongst men and since I can’t rightfully put a crown on his head, I at least can put a crown on his wrist. Cheers!
A fantastic watch and a fabulous gift! I concur with the size - quite similar in the wearing to a 36mm, and even when held side by side. Sometimes I feel the 19mm lug width is the only thing to really give it away. The blue dial on these Air-Kings is really great, we just had one come to stock and the blue just draws you in. I'm sure your father will love it and thanks for sharing!
I have the one on your left, from 1999, it's my birth watch and I love it, I seem to wear it way more that my Black bay 54 and any other watch in my collection, the Air-king seems to be speaking to me the most, I would strongly recommend this watch if you are looking for a budget Rolex, or even your first luxury watch, one big recommendation don't buy from random listings but get it from reputable dealers that can offer a 1 or 2 years warranty, it will definitely give you a peace of mind.
@@Gearsandco a great grab and go wearer that’s super comfortable and fits with anything for sure! Thanks for the comment ☺️
I think the blue dial 3-6-9 is spectacular. But I have 8” wrist & just not sure if it’ll look weird at 34mm
@@EdmundPorter-ju8kd it’s a really striking dial for sure! You should try one on and see for yourself. Super comfortable, versitile & under the radar.