ROLEX | A FINE AND RARE STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELETREF 6239 CASE 1597607 COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA CIRCA 1967

• cal. 722 manual winding movement, 17 jewels • silvered dial, applied baton and luminous dot indexes, three engine-turned black subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • stainless steel case, bezel calibrated for 300 units, chronograph pushers, screw-down crown and case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex bracelet and folding clasp

The movement and all chronograph functions are in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The crystal with minor signs of wear at places. The chronograph hand with signs of oxidization throughout. The dial has been cleaned, the lumes are of beautiful shape and color and the lume at 6 o'clock has flattened. The bezel with very minor surface wear and dings at places particularly at 7 o'clock. The band with pinhead dings and surface wear throughout. The crown and pusher with signs of oxidization toward the end. Underneath the lugs with minor surface scratches from removing the bracelet. The case back with minor surface wear throughout, however the millings is sharp but with minor surface scratches toward the edges. Inside case back stamped "6239". The bracelet with with is slightly stretched and with minor surface wear and dents, it is also missing a link toward the folding clasp. The folding clasp is stamped "3.64" and the end links is stamped "45". * Please note that the movement has not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's expense. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

Accompanied by a Rolex additional Oyster bracelet with folding clasp and presentation box. The present Daytona, is known as the "Jumbo Logo Daytona", an early example of reference 6239. During the beginning of the Dayton's production, the brand experimented with various dial configurations. 

The earliest reference 6239's featured a small Daytona signature below the "Rolex Cosmograph" text however, Rolex also introduced a different dial which featured a slightly larger "Daytona" text, such as the present watch.  

This Daytona is preserved in excellent condition. Featuring full proportions to the lugs and the case itself is incredibly well preserved. The bezel, calibrated to 300 units, is correct for early examples, having been kept in excellent condition with all enamel present. The dial is also in wonderful condition featuring luminous that has aged with light patina, matching the original hands. Overall, a highly charismatic and original example.