ROLEX | DAYTONA "PAUL NEWMAN", REFERENCE 6262 A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH EXOTIC DIAL AND BRACELET, CIRCA 1970

Dial: white exotic Calibre: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewelsCase: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 2'475'251 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 36 mm diameter, bracelet length approximately 175 mm Signed: case, dial and movement

The movement is in working condition at the time of cataloguing. All functions are working properly. The present watch is fresh to the market and is consigned by the original owner. The dial is in beautiful condition with all lume plots consistent in size and aged in the same way throughout. There is just some very minor discolouration under some of the lumes around the dial. All lumes react very well under UV light. The bezel is nice and fat and still retains almost all of its black enamel with only a minor loss at 200. The case is in very crisp condition with lugs that retain their full proportion with only light surface wear throughout. The bracelet is stamped 1.71. All wear to the case and bracelet is minor and more than consistent with the age of the watch. The number between the lugs are very crisp and easy to read without a loupe. The case back with very crisp milled edges. Inside the case back is stamped 6263 and overall a terrific example of a Paul Newman 6262. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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 reference 6262, as well as its cousin 6264, had the shortest production period and were available only for approximately two years, between the very end of the 1960's and 1972. The reference 6262 can be considered as the bridge between the early and the late vintage Rolex Daytona models. Indeed, it combines the pump pushers such as the 6239, the first Daytona, and the 727 Valjoux calibre, the final evolution of the movement which was also housed in the 6263 and 6265 models. 

The present watch is in wonderful condition, retaining strong proportions and complimented further by a crisp, clean bezel and dial complete with all lume plots that react great under UV light. 

Consigned by the original owner, this example is in exceptional original condition, with lovely pumpkin lume plots that are all matching in size and is fresh to the market. The present watch is a terrific example.