ROLEX | DAYTONA REF 6265A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND BRACELET CIRCA 1970

Dial: blackCaliber: cal. Valjoux 727 mechanical movement, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back, inside case back stamped 6262 Case number:  2788279 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp stamped 78350, end links stamped 557 Dimensions: 36 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 195 mm Signed: case, dial and movement

Case: The case is in very good overall condition, and in our view, may have seen a very light sympathetic polishing once in its past. The lugs remain thick and well proportioned to the case. The case has some surface scratching throughout from wear. The bracelet is in very good overall condition, with minor surface scratching visible throughout. The inner caseback is stamped 6262. Dial: The dial is superb. The luminous hour markers have aged to an appealing shade of creamy beige, and are all intact. The silvered subsidiary dials have a very attractive shine to them, and are absolutely fascinating to look at. Movement: The movement is in very good overall condition. The movement is running at time of cataloguing, 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. 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."

The present watch is an early, well preserved example from 1970, which omits the commonly seen red 'Daytona' signature above the 6 o'clock register.