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UKDan · 13 February 2019, 08:25 PM

Just been through Schipol and there is an SS air king in Gassan in the window...

Daveclock · 13 February 2019, 08:27 PM

Boring.....

Surely THE WORLD does not need another of those?

Plahe · 13 February 2019, 08:39 PM

I'm a frequent traveller through Schipol, and despite always checking and hoping to see a steel sports model, still no luck. Seems only the lucky few stumble upon them as they are delivered!!

Couldn't settle for an air king though!!

UKDan · 13 February 2019, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Plahe

I'm a frequent traveller through Schipol, and despite always checking and hoping to see a steel sports model, still no luck. Seems only the lucky few stumble upon them as they are delivered!!

Couldn't settle for an air king though!!

Same here, but given it’s the first SS model at all I have seen in an AD in months I thought I’d share

Old Expat Beast · 13 February 2019, 09:06 PM

Thanks Dan

G M Francis · 13 February 2019, 11:19 PM

Give the AK some love! I have one and I’m very pleased with it. Not I would admit a first choice Rolex purchase but if you’re lucky enough to have some other Rolex watches, a nice one to get out to change things up.

Nairn1980 · 14 February 2019, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Daveclock

Boring.....

Surely THE WORLD does not need another of those?

Paul_I · 14 February 2019, 03:22 AM

I have see AKs all over, they seem to immune from the demand. Maybe they will be collectible someday as a result.

Paul_I · 14 February 2019, 03:24 AM

Cue the masses explaining how it is inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign.

SeaDweller50 · 14 February 2019, 03:32 AM

The Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign

dhknola · 14 February 2019, 03:36 AM

The current AK is awful. Hopefully it gets discontinued.

Paul_I · 14 February 2019, 03:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeaDweller50

The Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign

Couldn't agree more.

Brian Page · 14 February 2019, 03:51 AM

This is what we've come to, an AK is a siting...

Strummer25 · 14 February 2019, 04:27 AM

Sorry if this offends anyone but I think new AK is fugly. The old one is kinda cool though

mistercoach32 · 14 February 2019, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian Page

This is what we've come to, an AK is a siting...

hulk1986 · 14 February 2019, 05:23 AM

I was at Schiphol yesterday as well... saw someone pick up a sea dweller around 3PM from the Gassan Rolex boutique.

After speaking with the sales person and the buyer, was told they received “almost all” professional models last Friday (Feb 8) and this was the last piece. Just regurgitating what was said... I only saw the sea dweller being sold.

Vice1391 · 14 February 2019, 07:23 AM

I like the AK...I’d buy one from an AD if a discount was offered

Nairn1980 · 14 February 2019, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Vice1391

I like the AK...I’d buy one from an AD if a discount was offered

.....most ADs have them or get them

Soultime · 14 February 2019, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vice1391

I like the AK...I’d buy one from an AD if a discount was offered

The thing is, the Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign.

Vice1391 · 14 February 2019, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Soultime

The thing is, the Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign.

All the more reason to offer me a discount!

Rrpdc · 14 February 2019, 08:58 AM

Sad state of affairs that we are getting excited about an ak. Wish the ad’s would bring the ss models from the safe but I guess they would not last long.

Paul_I · 14 February 2019, 09:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soultime

The thing is, the Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign.

Couldn't agree more.

Paul_I · 14 February 2019, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Vice1391

All the more reason to offer me a discount!

I think you might be able to haggle something.

Mwilsey103 · 14 February 2019, 11:24 AM

Many, including me, own and love the Air King.
Will the hate ever end ?

SoCal_Batman · 14 February 2019, 01:36 PM

OP is sharing what he saw passing through the airport and everyone is blasting the Air-King in this thread...

Is that really how bored you all are?

I for one would like to see more of these threads where we share what we are seeing on our travels with the rest of the TRF community in the hopes that the reference you're looking for is spotted in the wild.

Nairn1980 · 14 February 2019, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mwilsey103

Many, including me, own and love the Air King.
Will the hate ever end ?

I bought it because I liked it, but the novelty quickly wore off and I traded it against a GMT Pepsi.
It’s definitely a bargain, especially at tax free price, but there’s not much love.

alphasports · 14 February 2019, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Nairn1980

I bought it because I liked it, but the novelty quickly wore off and I traded it against a GMT Pepsi.
It’s definitely a bargain, especially at tax free price, but there’s not much love.

Me too, loved it for a week or so then the novelty wore off. Back to my Explorer & GMT.

Rocket launcher · 14 February 2019, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by alphasports

Me too, loved it for a week or so then the novelty wore off. Back to my Explorer & GMT.

Surely you are aware that:-
The Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign.....

Jones.nl · 14 February 2019, 11:54 PM

What was the price in euro's?

Paul_I · 14 February 2019, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Rocket launcher

Surely you are aware that:-
The Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign.....

Preach!

13 February 2019, 08:25 PM	#1
UKDan "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: London Posts: 15	Schipol SS AirKing Available Just been through Schipol and there is an SS air king in Gassan in the window...

13 February 2019, 09:06 PM	#5
Old Expat Beast TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Adam Location: Far East Watch: Golden Tuna Posts: 28,780	Thanks Dan __________________ _______________________

14 February 2019, 03:22 AM	#8
Paul_I "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,448	I have see AKs all over, they seem to immune from the demand. Maybe they will be collectible someday as a result. __________________

14 February 2019, 03:24 AM	#9
Paul_I "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2015 Location: USA Posts: 1,448	Cue the masses explaining how it is inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign. __________________

14 February 2019, 07:23 AM	#17
Vice1391 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: USA Posts: 184	I like the AK...I’d buy one from an AD if a discount was offered __________________ Rolex Submariner Date 116610LV Rolex GMT MASTER II 126710BLNR Rolex Submariner 114060 Omega Seamaster 300 2255.80.00

13 February 2019, 08:27 PM	#2
Daveclock "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Real Name: Dave Location: UK Watch: ing and waiting! Posts: 864	Boring..... Surely THE WORLD does not need another of those?

13 February 2019, 08:39 PM	#3
Plahe "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: North Yorkshire, Watch: Black bay 58! Posts: 16	I'm a frequent traveller through Schipol, and despite always checking and hoping to see a steel sports model, still no luck. Seems only the lucky few stumble upon them as they are delivered!! Couldn't settle for an air king though!!

13 February 2019, 11:19 PM	#6
G M Francis "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: UK Posts: 173	Give the AK some love! I have one and I’m very pleased with it. Not I would admit a first choice Rolex purchase but if you’re lucky enough to have some other Rolex watches, a nice one to get out to change things up.

14 February 2019, 03:32 AM	#10
SeaDweller50 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Sandy Location: England. Watch: 14060M 2 liner Posts: 3,204	The Air King was inspired by a speed record that never happened and a dial that was poorly inspired from the original and named after a classic pilot's watch instead of anything to do with motorsports, all wrapped inside a half-hearted marketing campaign

14 February 2019, 03:36 AM	#11
dhknola "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: New Orleans Posts: 1,174	The current AK is awful. Hopefully it gets discontinued.

14 February 2019, 03:51 AM	#13
Brian Page "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: USA Posts: 6,623	This is what we've come to, an AK is a siting...

14 February 2019, 04:27 AM	#14
Strummer25 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Real Name: Paul Location: London Calling Watch: SD4K Dj41 SubC YM Posts: 791	Sorry if this offends anyone but I think new AK is fugly. The old one is kinda cool though

14 February 2019, 05:23 AM	#16
hulk1986 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Toronto Posts: 2	I was at Schiphol yesterday as well... saw someone pick up a sea dweller around 3PM from the Gassan Rolex boutique. After speaking with the sales person and the buyer, was told they received “almost all” professional models last Friday (Feb 8) and this was the last piece. Just regurgitating what was said... I only saw the sea dweller being sold.

14 February 2019, 08:58 AM	#21
Rrpdc 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Dc Posts: 2,002	Sad state of affairs that we are getting excited about an ak. Wish the ad’s would bring the ss models from the safe but I guess they would not last long.

14 February 2019, 11:24 AM	#24
Mwilsey103 Banned Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: USA Watch: DJ41/BB58 Posts: 240	Another AK hater string ! Many, including me, own and love the Air King. Will the hate ever end ?

14 February 2019, 01:36 PM	#25
SoCal_Batman "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Real Name: C.R. Location: Los Angeles Watch: ♛ BLNR \| AK Posts: 1,029	OP is sharing what he saw passing through the airport and everyone is blasting the Air-King in this thread... Is that really how bored you all are? I for one would like to see more of these threads where we share what we are seeing on our travels with the rest of the TRF community in the hopes that the reference you're looking for is spotted in the wild. __________________ "The more I see, the less I know for sure." - John Lennon

14 February 2019, 11:54 PM	#29
Jones.nl 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Rolex planet Watch: Sub Posts: 115	What was the price in euro's?

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