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Rolex
Estimate
100,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description
- Rolex
- A RARE STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELETREF 6241 CASE 1764815 'PAUL NEWMAN' COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA CIRCA 1967
- stainless steel
- diameter 37 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 175 mm
• cal. 722-1 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels • tri color white, black, and red dial, applied square indexes, black outer track with red calibrations, three engine turned black subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30 minute and 12 hour registers • brushed and polished Oyster case, screw down crown and case back, black acrylic bezel calibrated for tachometer scale • case, dial and movement signed • stainless steel riveted expansion Oyster bracelet dated 1967 with folding clasp
Condition
CASE
Case in overall very good condition with some light wear and surface scuffs throughout from very minimal use, extremely light polishing to the sides of the lugs. Expansion bracelet is tight and in good condition.
DIAL
Dial in excellent condition. Very light patina overall. Indexes have been relumed sympathetically, light halo from old lume present on dial, small wear to dial at 3 o'clock visible under a loupe next to the rehaut. Hour hand has been replaced. Overall the condition of the dial is excellent, clean and with even tones. Small drop of oil on the constant seconds hand.
MOVEMENT
The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Chronograph functions correctly. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
Please note the presentation box is worn from age.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a Rolex presentation box. The present lot is in excellent overall condition, with an exceptional ‘Paul Newman’ exotic dial. The printing on the dial is crisp and is complemented by defined numerals and indexes. Furthermore, this piece features an acrylic bezel with tachometer calibrated to 200 units, and an expandable riveted Oyster bracelet.
The Rolex Daytona reference 6241 was produced from the 1966 until 1969, with a slightly wider metal bezel and acrylic insert. Less than 3,000 reference 6241 wristwatches were made, and only a small fraction of them were made with a ‘Paul Newman’ dial. The ‘Paul Newman’ dial is distinguished by its square markers on the subsidiary dials. Originally called the ‘Exotic dial,’ this watch was later renamed ‘Paul Newman’ by collectors when the famous American actor was seen wearing it on a poster for one of his movies.
The Rolex Daytona reference 6241 was produced from the 1966 until 1969, with a slightly wider metal bezel and acrylic insert. Less than 3,000 reference 6241 wristwatches were made, and only a small fraction of them were made with a ‘Paul Newman’ dial. The ‘Paul Newman’ dial is distinguished by its square markers on the subsidiary dials. Originally called the ‘Exotic dial,’ this watch was later renamed ‘Paul Newman’ by collectors when the famous American actor was seen wearing it on a poster for one of his movies.