Rolex

• cal. 722-1 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance • gilt dial, three black subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute register, outer black chapter ring for chronograph tracking • black bezel calibrated for tachometer scale, two push down chronograph buttons to the band, screw-down crown, presentation engraving to the screw-down case back • case, dial and movement signed

Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Movement in good working order however may require service in the future. Dial in good condition. Case has minor scuffs on the case back, underneath the lugs, and to the rotating bezel. Case back is mongrammed with "All my Love 06-12-70 Sue". The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see Important Notices for further information.
"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."

For a note on the Paul Newman model, see lot 89.

The present lot is particularly rare as most Daytonas were made in stainless steel. Pieces in yellow gold, such as the present lot, are coveted by collectors of important vintage Rolex wristwatches.

A similar example is illustrated in Gobbi, P., I Cronografi Rolex: La Leggenda, p. 316-31319.