Rolex

• cal. 727 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic balance • bi-colour gilt and black dial, applied gold baton indexes with luminous dots, luminous hands, subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers, outer minute and 1/5 seconds divisions • 18k yellow gold brushed and polished Oyster case, yellow gold bezel calibrated for 200 units, screw-down case back, chronograph pushers and crown • case, dial and movement signed • with an 18k yellow gold riveted Oyster bracelet

Please note that the movement has not been checked for timekeeping accuracy and Sotheby's will not be held responsible for any repairs should they be require. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the chronograph function appears operational. Dial in very good condition. Case in good condition with slight scuffs to the bracelet, visible hallmark to the base back.
"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."

This fine example of the reference 6265 features a very rare dial layout which displays an increased gap between the text below the Oyster signature and an oversized Cosmograph inscription. Such dials are also known for their colour change registers that turn to a chocolate brown colour over the years. In addition to the exceptional dial, this model is also particularly rare in gold. During the 20 years of the production of the references 6263 and 6265 approximately 24’000 pieces were made in stainless steel and less than 10% in gold.
A similar example is illustrated in Papaleo P., Ultimate Rolex Daytona, Pucci Papaleo Editore, p.369.