拍品 127
  • 127

ROLEX | DAYTONA PAUL NEWMAN, REFERENCE 6239 STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET CIRCA 1966

估價
70,000 - 120,000 GBP
Log in to view results
招標截止

描述

  • DAYTONA PAUL NEWMAN, REFERENCE 6239 STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET CIRCA 1966
Dial: white Calibre: cal. 722 manual winding, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel Oyster, screw-down crown and back Case number: 1’520’041 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with integrated folding clasp Dimensions: 37mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 175mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

Condition

DIAL: with one very small black spot under the 1 o'clock index, another one on the right of the 3 of the hour register, one between 5 and 6, with multiple very small black specks around the luminescent material of indexes at 2, 3, 4 and 6 o'clock. Very discrete and minor shadow between 8 and 9. Hour and minute hands have been replaced. CASE: in overall good condition, with minor scratches throughout. Signs of previous polishing visible on the lugs. Bracelet stamped 3/62, 57 endlinks MOVEMENT: running at time of cataloguing, chronograph starts, stops and resets to zero Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

拍品資料及來源

The 6239 was introduced in 1963 in the United States which started the history of the most celebrated chronograph in the world. 
The most striking element of this lot is its Paul Newman dial, so named after he was said to have worn one in the 1969 while promoting the film, 'Winning'. 
In fact, the actor was pictured wearing a 6239 with a Paul Newman dial similar to the present lot.
The three-colour white dial is perfectly complemented by the black outer track with red graduation echoed by the red Daytona signature above the subsidiary dial at 6 o'clock. In well preserved condition, the dial is vibrant and catches the light nicely, giving the piece a strong and elegant presence on the wrist.
This lot is fitted with its original bezel graduated to 300 units and a 722-1 movement, characteristic of the latest upgrade on the 6239 before it was replaced at the end of the decade.