Rolex Air-King Date 5700

The Rolex Air‑King Date ref. 5700 was produced from 1958 to 1989, offering a date complication within the Air‑King lineup—a feature uncommon among its counterparts. The watch featured a 34 mm stainless steel Oyster case with an acrylic crystal and Cyclops lens over the date window at 3 o’clock. This reference was most commonly fitted with the automatic Rolex Caliber 1520 or Rolex Caliber 1530 in earlier models, and the Rolex Caliber 1525 in later production years. It measured approximately 11–12 mm in thickness with a 42 mm lug-to-lug distance and a 19 mm lug width. Dial variations included silver, black, and champagne tones, often marked with ‘Precision’ or ‘Super Precision,’ and luminous baton markers or applied indices. The 5700 was primarily intended for markets like Canada and the U.K., making it relatively uncommon and highly collectible. Its unique position as a no-frills, date-equipped Rolex in a modestly sized case contributes to its enduring popularity among vintage enthusiasts.