Bold, distinctive, and unmistakably Rolex, the Rolex Air-King Ref. 116900 combines the brand’s aviation heritage with one of the most recognizable dial designs in the modern Rolex collection.

Introduced in its redesigned 40mm form in 2016, the Air-King 116900 features a striking black dial with oversized 3, 6, and 9 hour markers and a prominent minute scale, creating its signature aviation-instrument aesthetic. A green seconds hand and green Rolex signature, contrasted by the yellow Rolex crown, give this reference a character unlike any other Rolex.

The 40mm Oyster case is crafted from corrosion-resistant Oystersteel and paired with a smooth bezel and classic three-piece Oyster bracelet. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and screw-down Twinlock crown complete its robust construction, with 100m / 330ft of water resistance.

Inside is the Rolex Calibre 3131, an automatic self-winding mechanical movement protected by a magnetic shield and equipped with Rolex’s paramagnetic blue Parachrom hairspring. It delivers approximately 48 hours of power reserve and carries Rolex Superlative Chronometer certification, with precision rated to -2/+2 seconds per day after casing.

This Air-King is offered in great pre-owned condition. The case, bezel, and bracelet show scratches consistent with normal previous wear, while the black dial remains in excellent condition. Please review the detailed photographs for its exact cosmetic condition.

Watch Details

• Brand: Rolex
• Collection: Air-King
• Reference: 116900
• Year: 2018
• Condition: Great Pre-Owned Condition
• Case Size: 40mm
• Case Material: Oystersteel
• Bezel: Smooth Oystersteel
• Dial: Black
• Dial Details: Oversized 3, 6 & 9 Hour Markers with Prominent Minute Scale
• Luminescence: Chromalight with Long-Lasting Blue Luminescence
• Crystal: Scratch-Resistant Sapphire
• Crown: Screw-Down Twinlock Double Waterproofness System
• Movement: Rolex Calibre 3131, Automatic Self-Winding
• Precision: -2/+2 Seconds Per Day After Casing
• Power Reserve: Approximately 48 Hours
• Oscillator: Paramagnetic Blue Parachrom Hairspring
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds & Stop-Seconds
• Bracelet: Oyster, Flat Three-Piece Links
• Bracelet Material: Oystersteel
• Clasp: Folding Oysterclasp with Easylink 5mm Comfort Extension
• Water Resistance: 100m / 330ft
• Certification: Rolex Superlative Chronometer

Why This Rolex Air-King?

The Rolex Air-King 116900 stands apart from more traditional Rolex designs. Its combination of oversized hour numerals, prominent minute scale, green seconds hand, green Rolex signature, and yellow crown gives the watch an unmistakable identity.

The 116900 represents a distinctive generation of the Air-King. Introduced in 2016, it established the modern 40mm Air-King before Rolex updated the collection with the Ref. 126900, Calibre 3230, and redesigned case with crown guards.

For someone searching for a Rolex Air-King 116900, this example delivers the distinctive 40mm design, Rolex Calibre 3131 movement, and one of the most unconventional and recognizable black dials in the modern Rolex catalog.

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Ref. 116900. 40mm. Black dial. One available.