Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, May 12, 2019

LOT 500

ROLEX, REF. 6240, DAYTONA PAUL NEWMAN

CHF 200,000 - 400,000

HKD 1,600,000 - 3,200,000 / USD 200,000 - 400,000

Very fine and very rare, manual wind stainless steel, round button chronograph wristwatch.


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Grading System
Grade:
Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched
Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense
Dial: 2-02

Very good

HANDS Service hands

Brand Rolex

Model Daytona

Reference 6240

Year Circa 1966

Calibre  722

Case No. 1298XXX

Bracelet Stainless steel riveted Rolex oyster bracelet approx. overall length 190mm

Dimensions 37 mm

Signature Dial, Case and Movement.

Accessories Original rolex warranty and box

Notes

This watch probably remained unsold for some years in the official retailer store and equipped with an exotic dial in 1969 when it was finally sold. The Paul Newman dial is in mint condition showing no defects with all lume plots present.