ROLEX | STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELETREF 6265 CASE 7627868 COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA "BIG RED" CIRCA 1983

Movement: cal. 727 manual winding, 17 jewelsCase: stainless steel, screw-down case backBracelet/Clasp/Buckle: stainless steel Rolex bracelet and folding claspSize: 39 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximatively 170 mmSigned: case, dial and movement

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. The chronograph function is working properly. The dial with minor dirt above the signature, the luminous materials at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock with loss. The bezel with minor signs of wear at places. The band with minor wear at 9 o'clock. The case has been slightly polished during a servicing. The case back does not have a reference number stamped inside, which indicates a service replacement. The bracelet is in very good overall condition and has been polished. The end links is stamped "571, 78.20" and folding clasp is stamped "78350". * 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."

Among the entire lineage of the Rolex Paul Newman Daytona, the reference 6263 and 6265 were the last two references  manufactured by Rolex with a hand-wound movement and were produced from 1969-1988. In comparison to its predecessor reference 6239 and 6241, the reference 6263 and 6265 included the word “oyster” printed on the dial and screw-down chronograph pushers. The present watch features a dial known as “Big Red” by Rolex connoisseurs. This dial is currently amongst the  favourite non-exotic manual Daytona dials in the market today.