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MJ EXPLORER · 31 March 2022, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by GJ-PGMTII

Wait it has AR…? Rolex 1990 called they want their tech back

Fwiw no mention of AR on watch page: https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/...6900-0001.html

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Very true! A little late to the AR game for sure.

They actually do mention it on the Rolex web site though...

"The hands, the triangular hour marker at 12 o’clock, as well as the 3, 6 and 9 numerals contain an optimized luminescent material. The legibility of the display is further enhanced by a crystal with an anti-reflective coating."

RTG · 31 March 2022, 04:03 PM

I think it is a great update!

GJ-PGMTII · 31 March 2022, 04:27 PM

It’s about time. Hopefully it’ll spread to other models.

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drrd · 31 March 2022, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GJ-PGMTII

Wait it has AR…? Rolex 1990 called they want their tech back

Fwiw no mention of AR on watch page: https://www.rolex.com/en-us/watches/...6900-0001.html

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I missed this detail with the YM 42 YG too.

You have to look at the full page feature for each new model. The mention of AR is in there.

Andrews148 · 31 March 2022, 04:31 PM

It's better, but still ugly.

Willows · 31 March 2022, 09:20 PM

Long time Air-King fan here, checking in

We know it's not for everyone, but that's the wonderful world of watches - we all have different taste!

I have the new model on order, and I can't wait!

Alvar* · 31 March 2022, 09:36 PM

Air King looks very refined indeed. Any idea of the thickness?

harvey · 31 March 2022, 09:43 PM

…I don’t know where this love is coming from…especially for a reference that no one wanted before as it was hanging around every AD, I mean every AD!

Now people are desperate for any reference this is becoming the next darling. Ugh.

Just to add, I think it could be a case of a lower expection from Rolex each year.

jlovda · 31 March 2022, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 28mm

Still there.

Oops. Looked white in the picture I saw.

Alvar* · 31 March 2022, 10:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harvey

…I don’t know where this love is coming from…especially for a reference that no one wanted before as it was hanging around every AD, I mean every AD!

Now people are desperate for any reference this is becoming the next darling. Ugh.

Just to add, I think it could be a case of a lower expection from Rolex each year.

Well, the previous version was thick, unrefined and thus looked obese in my opinion. Based on the pictures, the new one looks sporty and refined. Dial is legible, fun and quirky. Whats not to love?

Willows · 31 March 2022, 10:58 PM

Some real life pics...

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...ing-new-design

jitdc · 31 March 2022, 11:00 PM

I think its a great looking watch. Never been a fan of the dial but the color and new crown guards actually work really well together.

IR201 · 1 April 2022, 03:06 AM

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Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

No proof yet! It just appears noticeably slimmer. If you find the number, please share.

11.59!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYLzCsctulo

MasonDixon · 1 April 2022, 03:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Willows

Some real life pics...

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...ing-new-design

Looks even better in the real life pics.

pavinc · 1 April 2022, 03:12 AM

I’ve always liked the Air King as well. Maybe I should try to get on a list on the new one

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Willows · 1 April 2022, 04:24 AM

Thickness = 11.59 mm, vs the old model at 13.2mm, nice!

Nikrnic · 1 April 2022, 04:30 AM

I like it a lot more now especially with the 05. I sold my AK in 18 for an Expll but I'd like a new one back now.

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Etschell · 1 April 2022, 04:32 AM

here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYLzCsctulo

HK_Expat · 1 April 2022, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MJ EXPLORER

No proof yet! It just appears noticeably slimmer. If you find the number, please share.

YouTube video

11b1p · 1 April 2022, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Xyza0722

YouTube video

From the side that’s a whole new watch.

thewatchidiot · 1 April 2022, 06:24 AM

I’ve always liked this watch and now that it’s slimmer, I’m sold. I did put my name on a list and they thought 2 years or so based on the list and their annual (?) allocation.

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garyk · 1 April 2022, 06:30 AM

I totally agree with you guys here, it’s a very cool watch. I would love to hear from pilots that like these and find the array of numbers around the dial useful.

Mifune · 1 April 2022, 06:39 AM

I wonder if it will weight less... did the Faraday cage go away?

glamorama · 1 April 2022, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willows

Thickness = 11.59 mm, vs the old model at 13.2mm, nice!

This is the big difference that makes this watch wearable food me now. Should be similar to an old ExpII in feeling but with more sturdy bracelet.

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31 March 2022, 11:00 PM	#42
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1 April 2022, 06:30 AM	#52
garyk 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Real Name: Gary Location: USA Watch: Daytona Posts: 11,919	I totally agree with you guys here, it’s a very cool watch. I would love to hear from pilots that like these and find the array of numbers around the dial useful. __________________

31 March 2022, 04:27 PM	#33
GJ-PGMTII "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Chicago Posts: 145	It’s about time. Hopefully it’ll spread to other models. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

31 March 2022, 09:20 PM	#36
Willows "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: N. Ireland Watch: SD4K, Sub, Airking Posts: 150	Long time Air-King fan here, checking in We know it's not for everyone, but that's the wonderful world of watches - we all have different taste! I have the new model on order, and I can't wait!

31 March 2022, 09:36 PM	#37
Alvar* "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Finland Watch: 16610 & 116400 Posts: 136	Air King looks very refined indeed. Any idea of the thickness?

31 March 2022, 09:43 PM	#38
harvey "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: rolexforums.com Posts: 5,465	…I don’t know where this love is coming from…especially for a reference that no one wanted before as it was hanging around every AD, I mean every AD! Now people are desperate for any reference this is becoming the next darling. Ugh. Just to add, I think it could be a case of a lower expection from Rolex each year.

31 March 2022, 10:58 PM	#41
Willows "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: N. Ireland Watch: SD4K, Sub, Airking Posts: 150	Some real life pics... https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...ing-new-design

1 April 2022, 03:12 AM	#45
pavinc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Baltimore, MD USA Watch: 116509 Posts: 152	I’ve always liked the Air King as well. Maybe I should try to get on a list on the new one Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

1 April 2022, 04:24 AM	#46
Willows "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: N. Ireland Watch: SD4K, Sub, Airking Posts: 150	Thickness = 11.59 mm, vs the old model at 13.2mm, nice!

1 April 2022, 04:30 AM	#47
Nikrnic "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2017 Real Name: Louis Nick Ric Location: Michigan, USA Watch: Blnr, Expll, Subs, Posts: 10,175	I like it a lot more now especially with the 05. I sold my AK in 18 for an Expll but I'd like a new one back now. Sent from my SM-G970U using Tapatalk

1 April 2022, 06:24 AM	#51
thewatchidiot "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Iowa Posts: 244	I’ve always liked this watch and now that it’s slimmer, I’m sold. I did put my name on a list and they thought 2 years or so based on the list and their annual (?) allocation. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

1 April 2022, 06:39 AM	#53
Mifune Banned Join Date: Apr 2020 Location: here AND there... Posts: 2,240	I wonder if it will weight less... did the Faraday cage go away?

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