Rolex

• cal. 727 manual winding nickel-finished lever movement, 17 jewels • matte black dial, applied baton and luminescent dot numerals, three gilt engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute, and 12-hour registers • stainless steel brushed and polished Oyster case, black bezel calibrated to 200 units, screw-down crown, chronograph pushers, and back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Oyster bracelet

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its time keeping and therefore a service should be carried out in the near future at the buyer's expense. The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, however is may benefit from a service soon. Chronograph is functioning. Dial in very good condition. The hands are slightly scratched and don't glow anymore. The case and the bracelet with some scuffs throughout. General very good condition. The bracelet is numbered - 78350 19 571 The guarantee is blank and dated 1979. Rare and appealing watch to recommend.
"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 extremely interesting piece features a rarely seen combination of a stainless steel case and bracelet with a gold dial and hands.

The watch was bought in this configuration in 1979. It was kept and cherished until today by its first and only owner who confirmed the information. Furthermore, the watch, in beautiful condition, was carefully maintained by Rolex over the years and the manufacture has always accepted the watch and its combination as authentic and original.

Released circa 1972 the Daytona reference 6263 featuring an Oyster case with screw-down back, crown and chronograph buttons and fitted with a black acrylic calibrated bezel remained in production until circa 1987.