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ROLEX DAYTONA REF. 6239 STAINLESS STEEL EXOTIC DIAL SO CALLED «PAUL NEWMAN»
Very fine and very rare stainless steel, manual winding chronograph.
Brand Rolex
Model Daytona
Reference 6239
Year Circa 1969
Calibre 722-1
Case No. 1781639
Bracelet Rolex stainless steel riveted bracelet (7205/71), approx. overall length 175 mm
Diameter 37 mm
Signature Dial, Case and Movement
CHF 100,000 - 150,000
HKD 800,000 - 1,200,000 / USD 100,000 - 150,000
Sold: CHF 218,750
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: Exceptional |
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Case: 3-8 |
Good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Notes
The reference 6239 was the first reference to feature the so-called Paul Newman dial. The bridge stamped with 5 lines appeared in the caliber 722 and would become the standard until the end of the manual Daytona production. The stainless steel bezel used on references 6239, 6262 and 6265 were engraved and filled with black paint.