Paid $6,200 for this Air King back in 2016. I fell in love with it the first time I laid my eyes on it. It's a love or hate it kind of watch. Just like what a "KING" should be.
LOVE MY 116900. So glad I got it last year. I've wanted one since I first laid eyes on it. And it's the only current Rolex I'd wanted for years. I was afraid of getting on a 'list' at an AD and have it go out of production while I waited. Paid about 600 over retail for it knowing that was pretty reasonable. So glad I did. I'm a car guy, so owning a Rolex with motorsports connection other than the illegible Daytona is awesome. The Milgauss-like magnetism resistance is an awesome asset to have. And I love corporate green and yellow on the dial. It's my first and likely only new (new to me) Rolex purchase. Future Rolex purchases will likely be vintage, as that's the aesthetic I love. The Air King 116900 was such an overlooked gem for so many years and so many reasons and now it might be on the way out. Crazy.
To be honest, Rolex kinda burned me out of the watch game. Wanted a Milgauss for my 40th birthday after almost 15 years of career as an hydroelectrical (dams) engineer. Impossible. The tool watch has become a fashion accessory worn by rappers and social influencers. I don't want to be seen wearing one now ;/
Rappers aren't buying Milgauss.There buying some blinged out and all gold daydate or Daytona. Milgauss is a beautiful watch that Flys under the radar and looks good dress up or down.Never pay attention to people are wearing and buy what you always wanted.
@Lee I can't at retail. Contacted several AD, presented myself, told my story to prove that the watch will be used as a tool in the field it was intended to be. Nobody cares, it's all about getting the big $$ on the secondary market. Listen to Rob, I think he's more excited about the future value of the AirKing then the actual watch.
I love this watch but I'm biased though since I own it. The yellow coronet with green Rolex text and second hand is the only Rolex with that. People will appreciate it once it's gone.
I just managed to get one of these at around $8265 USD .. I feel I got a pretty decent deal. Second hand .. but the full kit and not worn all that much. Great watch
i got this at the AD for the 6200 new and back then 2 years ago people were saying its a piece nobody would want,,i look on ebay today and some other spots and see used looking for the 12 to 15 grand wow ,i might just kick it out of the collection for 20 maybe even the triple zero too. i cant believe what people will pay for these things it is a nice watch
I got the call from my AD 3 weeks ago after 6 months on the list. It was my 3rd choice but I love the watch. I’ve seen this watch as high as 24k online.
Love this watch…the green and yellow are great. I also like all the numbers on the dial. The lume is perfect for this watch. Congrats on getting it Rob. If I were buying a Rolex today this would be the one. BTW, I grew up in Monroe probably not too far from you. I live in the Cleveland burbs now.
Don’t think they will hit 20? They were about 14 when all the places that have them pulled them. They pulled them cause they also think it’s gonna be the year it’s dropped. Shooting prices up to 18-22. Watch it happen
Love mine and I wear it doing everything bought it last year for £5900 and now over here some are on sights for £16,000 stupid money. Two years ago and still today people say it’s an ugly watch I turned down a milgauss for this.
Congrats on the AK. I'll say I'm jealous though I did have the chance to pick one up about a year ago and passed, still not upset about it. Would have just been too big for my wrist. What's next?
This is my dream Rolex and I’m finally at a place to afford one. Always available until now. So annoyed I can’t anymore because now anything steel is unobtainable not just subs.
Got to say I do not understand the watch. Air King was suppose to be a pilot watch but it is designed after Rolex designed instrument gauges in a failed to achieve land speed record car. Ironic. Hope you enjoy the watch, I just don't understand it.
Obviously classic and beautiful case and bracelet but the dial is a total mess. Clever/cynical way to use up the excess stock of the weird non-lumed 3, 6, 9 numerals from the MK1 214270 Explorer. Congrats on the investment however.
why the numerals aren't lumed is beyond me. Looks so stupid in the dark for a sports watch. Almost like an after thought. Used spare milgauss cases and left over explorer mk1 dials. gumbo watch.
It’s Nice Rob congratulations for your new Rolex it’s just suck I can’t afford one maybe for my 50 th birthday in 7 years if I’m lucky. I just buy a Citizen Corso model BM7100-59E it be nice to see you do a review of this model please. 😊
I've got this version. Can't wait for Rolex to roll out the new version this year crafted with left-over cases from the maxi-case Sub and expired 20 year old paint buried deep in their warehouse. It's gonna be a beaut!
No, watches are not investments, they are consumables. At the moment, this is a very speculative market (speculate is a fancy word for gambling, at least with Stocks and futures you can use some data etc to make the best decisions)
Congrats! This butterface Rolex all of sudden became popular. It is named “Air King” but this model represents nothing of “Air King”. My opinion don’t matter, if you enjoy that’s the most important. The lume shot was a bit embarrassing. All white numbers and 3-6-9 should glow but it is not.
@@RandomRobReviews Not at all what i was implying. You don't think that your channel opens up doors that help enable a purchase like that? I'm not criticizing at all, but it's obvious that it helps. You have a successful channel and that gets you perks.
I hate it. You can barely see the 3 6 and 9. The spacing between 55 12 and 5 looks horrible and unsymmetrical. Basically looks like it's been made from a spare parts bin. The older airkings are better looking.
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This is a watch you need to see in the flesh. It's so much nicer in person. I like mine much more than I ever expected to.
100% agree
@@RandomRobReviews X2. Much better in person and congrats on the new watch. Nice choice.
I've been waiting for mine forever. Most likely one more month of waiting.
"Signed Crown with the rolex Logo", this messes with me 😂
Love love love mine. Probably my most worn watch. Congrats my friend.
Paid $6,200 for this Air King back in 2016. I fell in love with it the first time I laid my eyes on it. It's a love or hate it kind of watch. Just like what a "KING" should be.
Fun fact: Lucido (pronounced Lou-chee-doh) means shiny in Italian. Great name for a jewelry store.
Enjoy that watch! Congrats, Rob!
LOVE MY 116900. So glad I got it last year. I've wanted one since I first laid eyes on it. And it's the only current Rolex I'd wanted for years. I was afraid of getting on a 'list' at an AD and have it go out of production while I waited. Paid about 600 over retail for it knowing that was pretty reasonable. So glad I did. I'm a car guy, so owning a Rolex with motorsports connection other than the illegible Daytona is awesome. The Milgauss-like magnetism resistance is an awesome asset to have. And I love corporate green and yellow on the dial. It's my first and likely only new (new to me) Rolex purchase. Future Rolex purchases will likely be vintage, as that's the aesthetic I love. The Air King 116900 was such an overlooked gem for so many years and so many reasons and now it might be on the way out. Crazy.
my exact sentiments . A man with taste and true design appreciation . well said .
To be honest, Rolex kinda burned me out of the watch game. Wanted a Milgauss for my 40th birthday after almost 15 years of career as an hydroelectrical (dams) engineer. Impossible. The tool watch has become a fashion accessory worn by rappers and social influencers. I don't want to be seen wearing one now ;/
Rappers aren't buying Milgauss.There buying some blinged out and all gold daydate or Daytona. Milgauss is a beautiful watch that Flys under the radar and looks good dress up or down.Never pay attention to people are wearing and buy what you always wanted.
@Lee I can't at retail. Contacted several AD, presented myself, told my story to prove that the watch will be used as a tool in the field it was intended to be. Nobody cares, it's all about getting the big $$ on the secondary market. Listen to Rob, I think he's more excited about the future value of the AirKing then the actual watch.
Always wanted one of these. Will make a more casual partner for my Submariner. Beautiful! Could be a one watch collection
This Rolex is a true future classic!!!
I love this watch but I'm biased though since I own it. The yellow coronet with green Rolex text and second hand is the only Rolex with that. People will appreciate it once it's gone.
Love the air-king!
I just managed to get one of these at around $8265 USD .. I feel I got a pretty decent deal. Second hand .. but the full kit and not worn all that much. Great watch
i got this at the AD for the 6200 new and back then 2 years ago people were saying its a piece nobody would want,,i look on ebay today and some other spots and see used looking for the 12 to 15 grand wow ,i might just kick it out of the collection for 20 maybe even the triple zero too. i cant believe what people will pay for these things it is a nice watch
Hold for 30k, it’s gonna happen.
I call it the Rolex John Deere, or The Cornpop. Because of the green & yellow.
John Deere lol yeah. I am into vintage tractors too. Farmall mostly
We have two identical watches! Air king for the win, sorry to all the haters of this watch. You need to see it in person. It’s a beauty
Best Rolex fun of a watch out there. Awesome review 💦💦💦💦💦💦💦💦💦💦💦💦
Love this watch. Just something about it. Will be my next Rolex.
Love Rolex no date 3 hander sports watches
My favorite watch in my collection. I’m a car guy so it’s very suiting 😄
Didn’t age well the prediction about discontinuing it! Great watch though. The new one is also great.
They did miss a trick with the lume, had fantastic lume potential
Yeah lume is awful… really not nice, but people don’t care… it’s a Rolex after all 😂
I used to think this was an ugly watch but the more I see it the more it appeals to me. Nice pick up and great vid.
Congratulations Rob!
I love my Air king.
Congratulations and just in time before an even bigger jump in price should it soon be discontinued… love mine , very underrated
This is growing on me
I got the call from my AD 3 weeks ago after 6 months on the list. It was my 3rd choice but I love the watch. I’ve seen this watch as high as 24k online.
Hate it.....but to each their own..... congratulations Rob
Best Rolex
Love this watch…the green and yellow are great. I also like all the numbers on the dial. The lume is perfect for this watch. Congrats on getting it Rob. If I were buying a Rolex today this would be the one. BTW, I grew up in Monroe probably not too far from you. I live in the Cleveland burbs now.
This watch is the quirkiest, sickest rolex!
That is a good looking watch.
Looks GOOD on your wrist Rob 👍🏽
Continue to wear it in Good Health.
I'm not a fan of the arabics but I love the green Rolex and 2nd hand. I also like the smooth bezel with the oyster bracelet. Congratulations!!👍
Hard pass for me but if you like it that's all that really matters ! Enjoyed the review as always.
Love this watch
I got my early 2021! Did Rolex change the lume from the 2020 models, I got mine Jan 2021. Might be my screen
Great review on an iconic Rolex hoping to join the Air King club soon. Thanks Rob!
Congrats! Love the AK!!
Wonderful pickup wear it in good health
Why the emphasis on the seconds rather than the hours? Why aren't the hour markers loomed?
Great reviews and your enthusiasm is infectious, but potentially going up to 20 grand? Tulips and Amsterdam spring to mind.
Don’t think they will hit 20? They were about 14 when all the places that have them pulled them. They pulled them cause they also think it’s gonna be the year it’s dropped. Shooting prices up to 18-22. Watch it happen
@@aa-kh9ex oh I wouldn’t sell it, I just think it’s crazy they go up like they do.
Sup man! Big fan! Talked with Seba! She was great but unfortunately she couldn’t help me out cause I’m not local! Thanks for the tip though!
If the AK really gonna discontinue, will the price goes up or down?
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Awesome watch I love mine and prefer it to my Sub and DJ41 👍🏻
love it!!
Haters gonna hate. Congrats!!🎉🍾
Great review. Congrats again!
Congratulations
Oh man congrats!
Congratulations 🍾 Rob! I love my Rolex-doesn’t matter what model as long as you love it 😊!
Just wow💍
Love it.
Hideous.
Really nice.
Only people who like this watch are the people who own one.
But with that said, congrats man. And good for you getting it at retail price!
nice watch
I like it better than the milgaus
Love mine and I wear it doing everything bought it last year for £5900 and now over here some are on sights for £16,000 stupid money. Two years ago and still today people say it’s an ugly watch I turned down a milgauss for this.
You had an air king before, is this a rebuy?
I just wish it had a 0 before the 5. I think the dial would have better symmetry that way. Great watch nonetheless.
Upvoted!!!!
Congrats on the AK. I'll say I'm jealous though I did have the chance to pick one up about a year ago and passed, still not upset about it. Would have just been too big for my wrist. What's next?
Palm Fronds or bust!
Really nice! Thats the best looking "ugly duckling" I've ever seen. 😊
This is my dream Rolex and I’m finally at a place to afford one. Always available until now. So annoyed I can’t anymore because now anything steel is unobtainable not just subs.
Got to say I do not understand the watch. Air King was suppose to be a pilot watch but it is designed after Rolex designed instrument gauges in a failed to achieve land speed record car. Ironic. Hope you enjoy the watch, I just don't understand it.
Quiet thick indeed. Unsure if I would be happy with it.
Obviously classic and beautiful case and bracelet but the dial is a total mess.
Clever/cynical way to use up the excess stock of the weird non-lumed 3, 6, 9 numerals from the MK1 214270 Explorer.
Congrats on the investment however.
Another own i and love✈️✈️🚉
Im surprised at how interested you've become in acquiring Rolexes. They're just not a value proposition (unless you're flipping them).
why the numerals aren't lumed is beyond me. Looks so stupid in the dark for a sports watch. Almost like an after thought. Used spare milgauss cases and left over explorer mk1 dials. gumbo watch.
After all these years looking at this watch dial design, I am still confused by it. But if you like it, then all is well.
It’s Nice Rob congratulations for your new Rolex it’s just suck I can’t afford one maybe for my 50 th birthday in 7 years if I’m lucky. I just buy a Citizen Corso model BM7100-59E it be nice to see you do a review of this model please. 😊
Sorry its rank. Its like a 8 year-old designed it
I've got this version. Can't wait for Rolex to roll out the new version this year crafted with left-over cases from the maxi-case Sub and expired 20 year old paint buried deep in their warehouse. It's gonna be a beaut!
Comprato a 6150€ ora ne vale in doppio
Only i dont have a rolex here? 😀
No, watches are not investments, they are consumables.
At the moment, this is a very speculative market (speculate is a fancy word for gambling, at least with Stocks and futures you can use some data etc to make the best decisions)
Don’t lend it to bruce
Lol harsh
Congrats! This butterface Rolex all of sudden became popular. It is named “Air King” but this model represents nothing of “Air King”. My opinion don’t matter, if you enjoy that’s the most important. The lume shot was a bit embarrassing. All white numbers and 3-6-9 should glow but it is not.
Not jealous.😭
Make it happen bro. You got this
@@RandomRobReviews Will continue to persist.
The new 126900 is much better than the old.
Going upscale again! The advantages of owning a TH-cam watch channel...
Yup, just go start a channel and it rains Rolex. Lol
@@RandomRobReviews Not at all what i was implying. You don't think that your channel opens up doors that help enable a purchase like that? I'm not criticizing at all, but it's obvious that it helps. You have a successful channel and that gets you perks.
I hate it. You can barely see the 3 6 and 9. The spacing between 55 12 and 5 looks horrible and unsymmetrical. Basically looks like it's been made from a spare parts bin. The older airkings are better looking.
This is an ugly watch imo and if it didnt say Rolex on it nobody would say otherwise.