Rolex Air-King 14000

The Rolex Air‑King ref. 14000 was produced from 1989 to 2000 as a continuation of the brand’s classic time-only design in a compact 34 mm format. This reference introduced the updated Rolex Caliber 3000 automatic movement, known for improved accuracy and reliability. The stainless steel Oyster case featured a smooth bezel, domed acrylic crystal (early versions), and later transitioned to a sapphire crystal. The case measured approximately 11 mm in thickness, with a lug-to-lug length of 43 mm and a lug width of 19 mm. Dial options varied widely, including silver, black, blue, and salmon, with either Arabic numerals, baton markers, or Roman numerals depending on production year and region. The 14000 also marked the introduction of new dial fonts and the modernized Air‑King logo. It was eventually replaced by the ref. 14000M in 2000, but remains a popular entry point for collectors seeking an understated and historically rich Rolex model.