Rolex

• cal. 727 manual winding movement, 17 jewels • black dial, applied baton indexes, silvered engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • Oyster case with screw-down crown, chronograph pushers and case back, bezel calibrated for tachometer • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp

The watch is numbered between the lugs 6265. The serial number is 5523133. The movement is running and the chronograph is operating, however the hands move slowly when the reset button is pressed and will require servicing. There is rust to the hands and some of the luminescent dots have disintegrated. There are scuffs throughout the case, the bracelet and on the glass. Important notice regarding importation of Rolex watches into the United States: Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the USA because US law restrict the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale.
"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."

The Rolex Daytona considered as the iconic chronograph on the international watch market was released in the 1970's with the reference 6263 and 6265 produced until the mid 1980's.

Reference 6263 was generally fitted with a black anti-reflective bezel whereas 6265 was fitted with a stainless steel engraved bezel as in the present example. As well as the bezels, particularly in the different style of printing the Daytona.