Rolex

• cal. 722-1 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels • tri-color black, white, and red dial, applied square indexes with luminescent dots, Obélisque hands, engine turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30 minute, and 12 hour registers, outer minute and 1/5 second divisions • stainless steel Oyster case, black acrylic bezel calibrated for tachometer scale, screw down crown and solid case back • case, dial, and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp

CASE Case in very well preserved condition with light wear and surface scuffing consistent with age and use. Left and right side case band with light surface marks and superficial nicks. Face of upper right lug with some small dot markings and scuffs. Normal wear to lugs overall. Surface scuffs to the case back as normal with wear and use. Bezel with some small nicks under close observation. Acrylic insert with surface wear. Fractures between 75 and 80 (or 9 o'clock) and above 200 (between 3 and 4 o'clock). Small marking at 12 o'clock. Bracelet with light wear. Face of clasp with a small scuff and light surface scratches. Bracelet is numbered 78350. Inside case back engraved C.R.S. 6241. DIAL Dial is very well preserved with soft even matte black coloring. Red Daytona is a softer, even color. Lume dots with some signs of wear. Some light dark markings/debris to the minute track. A small darker marking to the left of "30" inside the 30 minute counter. Rolex signature and painted numbers are well delineated and clean. MOVEMENT Chronograph movement working properly. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Accompanied by a Rolex Full One Year Service Guarantee dated December 6, 2000, a service and replacement valuation receipt, sales receipt, and a service box.  Ref 6241 was produced in the late 60's from approximately 1966-1969 in relatively small quantities.  It is nearly identical to its predecessors, except for its introduction of the acrylic bezel.  Collectors at the time of production preferred more classic Daytona models, thus the production of the Paul Newman dial was extremely limited.  This has only increased contemporary interest from Rolex connoisseurs, as these dials are much more rare than those on other Cosmograph Daytona models.  The present lot, with its well preserved original exotic dial, is a truly exceptional collector’s piece.