Rolex

* cal. 72B manual wind movement, 17 jewels * black dial, silvered subsidiary dials for 30-minute register, constant seconds and 12-hour register * bezel calibrated for tachometer scale, push chronograph pushers and screw-down crown, engraving to screw back * case, dial and movement signed * stainless steel Rolex buckle * guarantee, original bill of sale, service receipts, box

The movement is running, however it might need service soon. The chronograph is functioning. The dial is clean and overall in good condition considering the age. The case shows general wear and appears to have been polished over the years so it has lost some of the crisp lines to the lugs. There is pitting between the lugs. The outside of the back is engraved ' John L. Marvell From Mom and Dad'. The numbers between the lugs are 6239 and 1463696 and the number inside the back is 6239. Overall the watch looks nice and is very unusual to find with its original guarantee and receipt.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Rolex launched this model, Ref. 6239, in the early 1960s. The present model is from the second series of this reference as it features a tachometer scale calibrated for 200 units, rather than the earlier version that was calibrated for 300 units.

For a similar example of Ref. 6239, see Skeet, M. and Urul, N., Vintage Rolex Sports Models, p. 112.