Rolex

• cal. 727 manual winding movement, 17 jewels • black dial, white engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour register, white calibrated outer chapter ring • Oyster case with screw-down crown, chronograph pushers and case back • case, dial and movement signed • stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp • guarantee, presentation case

The movement is running while cataloguing and all function appear fully operational however it may require a service in the near future in order to be well preserved. The dial is in good condition with nice tarnishing to the outer ring of chronograph registers due to ageing. The case is in good condition with a few light scuffs that can be easily polished. Overall this watch is in good condition. This is an extremely rare and unusual example of ref 6263. Ref n° between lugs 6263, inside case back 6239. Serial n° between lugs 2197870.
"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."

In addition to the rarity of its "Paul Newman" dial, the present watch is notable for its unusual signature featuring the Oyster on the third line after Rolex and Cosmograph. It is interesting to notice that the present example is completed by a presentation case and original guarantee. All these elements make the present watch one of the most exclusive examples of a stainless steel Daytona 'Paul Newman' with inverted lines ever to appear on the auction market. This is most certainly a unique opportunity to have the first fully complete version of Daytona 'Paul Newman' inverted lines. Following the enthusiasm of the 'Brown Dial' sold for a record price at Sotheby's, 14 November 2010, lot 104, Geneva, the present one will somehow be another great example recently rediscovered for all Rolex afficionados.