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WEARING THE WATCH
FOR THE FIRST TIME
Before being worn for the first time, or if it has
stopped, a Rolex watch must be wound manuallyin order to function correctly and precisely.
To wind the watch manually, unscrew the winding
crown completely, then turn it several times
clockwise. (Turning in the other direction has
no effect.) A minimum of 25 turns is required foradequate partial winding. The watch will thenbe wound automatically as long as it is worn onthe wrist. Carefully screw the crown back down
against the case to ensure waterproofness.

The green seal accompanying yourRolex watch is a symbol of its status
as a Superlative Chronometer. This
exclusive designation attests that it
has successfully undergone a series ofspecific final controls by Rolex in its ownlaboratories in addition to the official
COSC certification of its movement.
This unique testing of its chronometricprecision, waterproofness, self-winding
and reliability pushes back theboundaries of performance and makes
Rolex a benchmark for excellencein mechanical watches. For further
information, please visit rolex.com.

		
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AIR-KING
The Oyster Perpetual Air-King celebrates
the aeronautical heritage of the original
Oyster. It features a distinctive dial with acombination of large 3, 6 and 9 numerals
marking the hours, and a prominent
minutes scale for optimal navigationaltime readings. The Air-King’s 40 mm
Oyster case, guaranteed waterproof toa depth of 100 metres (330 feet), is aparagon of robustness. The winding
crown is protected by a crown guardthat is an integral part of the middlecase. The sapphire crystal is virtuallyscratchproof and benefits from an antireflective coating.

The Oyster Perpetual Air-King isequipped with a self-winding mechanicalmovement entirely manufactured byRolex.
It features an Oyster bracelet with an
Oysterlock safety clasp and the Easylink
comfort extension link.

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Hour hand
Minute hand
Seconds handTwinlock winding crown withdouble waterproofness systemROLEX
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Screwed-down position (position 0)
The crown is completely screwed down
against the case. When the crownis in this position, the Oyster Perpetual
Air-King is guaranteed waterproof
to a depth of 100 metres (330 feet).
Manual winding (position 1)
The crown is unscrewed. To windthe watch manually, turn the crownclockwise; turning in the other direction
has no effect. When setting the watch
for the first time or after the watch
has stopped, complete a minimumof 25 turns for partial winding.

Setting the time (position 2)
The crown is unscrewed and pulled out
to the first notch. The seconds handis stopped, allowing you to set thetime to the precise second. To set thehour and minute, turn the crown ineither direction.

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Initial winding and setting
A. Wind the watch manually (position 1).
B. Set the time (position 2).

Unscrew and then pull out

After every use, carefully screw the crownback down against the case to guarantee thewaterproofness. Return the crown to position 1and apply light pressure on it while screwing
it down clockwise against the case. The crownshould never be unscrewed underwater.

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10EASYLINK COMFORTEXTENSION LINKTo ensure optimal comfort when wearing
your watch, Rolex created the Easylink
comfort extension link. Its exclusive
design comprises a link that is pulledout or folded back on itself to adjust thelength of the bracelet by approximately
5 mm, without the need for tools.

Adjusting from the short position
to the long position

Adjusting from the long position
to the short position

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12CARING FOR
YOUR ROLEX
Thanks to Rolex expertise, your watch
will require very little day-to-day care.

You can help preserve its lustre bycleaning it occasionally with a microfibre
cloth. You can also wash the case andbracelet from time to time using soapy
water and a soft brush. After wearingyour watch in the sea, it is important torinse it with fresh water to remove any
salt and sand deposits.

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Before cleaning your watch, always
ensure that the crown is screwed down
properly against the case to guarantee
waterproofness.

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AFTER-SALESSERVICE
Rolex watch servicing ensures thatyour timepiece will continue toperform optimally and meet Rolex’s
stringent requirements in terms ofprecision, reliability and waterproofness
throughout its life.
The timekeeping accuracy of your watchis largely dependent on high-performance
lubricants specially developed by Rolex
to minimize friction and prevent wearof components. To guarantee continued
accuracy and waterproofness, Rolex
recommends that you periodically return
your watch to an Official Rolex Retailer orService Centre for professional servicing,which will always be carried out by a
Rolex-approved watchmaker.
During a complete service, the watch isdismantled and all of its components– the case, bracelet and movement – areclosely examined.
The movement is entirely disassembled
and all the parts are carefully inspected.
Those that no longer meet Rolex
requirements are systematically replacedby new components. The movement
is lubricated on reassembly. The case

15and bracelet are re-polished or satinfinished according to their original finish,
restoring their shine and lustre whileremoving any marks or scratches.
At the end of the process, your Rolex
watch undergoes a series of tests toverify its functions, waterproofness andpower reserve, as well as the precisionof its movement.
After a complete Rolex service, yourwatch is covered by a service guarantee.

THE HEART OF THE
AIR-KING MODELUSINGYOUR WATCHROLEXSERVICEWORLDWIDE SERVICENETWORKThe network of Official Rolex Retailers
and Service Centres covers more than
100 countries around the world anddraws on the expertise of highly skilled
watchmakers, carefully selected andtrained by Rolex.
Official Rolex Retailers can advise you on
all the technical aspects of your watch’sfunctions. Whether your bracelet needs
sizing or it is time for a complete service,highly qualified Rolex watchmakers areon hand worldwide to meet all of yourservice needs.

For a list of Official Rolex Retailers andService Centres, please visit rolex.com.

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We invite you to visit rolex.com,
a privileged place to learn more about
the functions of your Rolex watch
and about the quality, know-how andfundamental values of the brand.
Welcome to the world of Rolex.

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