Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
Hong Kong, Mar 16, 2026
LOT 74
ROLEX, REF. 6241, DAYTONA PAUL NEWMAN, CHRONOGRAPH, STEEL
HKD 1,500,000 - 3,000,000
EUR 164,000 - 328,000 / CHF 150,000 - 300,000 / USD 192,000 - 384,000 / JPY 30,210,000 - 60,420,000
A fine, extremely rare and highly collectable, stainless steel, manual wind chronograph wristwatch with exotic black dial, white registers, red daytona
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: |
|
Case: 2-8 |
Very good Slightly scratched |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 2-01 |
Very good HANDS Original |
Brand Rolex
Model Daytona Paul Newman
Reference 6241
Year circa 1969
Case No. 2033344
Bracelet Rolex 7205 oyster riveted stainless steel bracelet with 71 endlinks, overall total length 180mm.
Diameter 36mm.
Caliber 722-1, 17 Jewels
Signature dial, case and movement
Notes
Since 1959, Rolex has championed motorsports, sponsoring the legendary 24 Hours of Daytona—now known as the Rolex 24. In 1963, the marque introduced its iconic Cosmograph Daytona, named for the famed Florida racing beach.
The Reference 6241, produced between 1966 and 1969 with an estimated 2,000 pieces only, represents the pinnacle of early Daytona design. Featuring a Valjoux 722-1 movement, black acrylic bezel, pump pushers, and 6mm crown, this manual-wind chronograph epitomizes Rolex’s golden age of horology.
The present example showcases the highly coveted “Paul Newman” dial—distinguished by bold Art Deco numerals, contrasting white sub-dials, and the red “Daytona” signature and is preserved in excellent condition with a strong case, beautifully original black dial, and accompanied by a Rolex 7205 Oyster riveted stainless steel bracelet with 71 endlinks, a combination that represents a true rarity among surviving examples.
The 6241 “Paul Newman” remains one of horology’s most legendary icons, representing the perfect synthesis of racing heritage, artistic design, and enduring collectibility—where steel meets soul.
The Reference 6241, produced between 1966 and 1969 with an estimated 2,000 pieces only, represents the pinnacle of early Daytona design. Featuring a Valjoux 722-1 movement, black acrylic bezel, pump pushers, and 6mm crown, this manual-wind chronograph epitomizes Rolex’s golden age of horology.
The present example showcases the highly coveted “Paul Newman” dial—distinguished by bold Art Deco numerals, contrasting white sub-dials, and the red “Daytona” signature and is preserved in excellent condition with a strong case, beautifully original black dial, and accompanied by a Rolex 7205 Oyster riveted stainless steel bracelet with 71 endlinks, a combination that represents a true rarity among surviving examples.
The 6241 “Paul Newman” remains one of horology’s most legendary icons, representing the perfect synthesis of racing heritage, artistic design, and enduring collectibility—where steel meets soul.
CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION FOR BUYERS.
The purchase price payable by a buyer will be the sum of the final bid price plus the buyer’s premium, together with any applicable sales or compensating use tax. In addition to the hammer price, the buyer’s premium is payable as follows: 26% of the hammer price on each lot.
Please look carefully at all the photos as they are an integral part of the description. Any defect not mentioned in the descriptions but visible on the photos will be considered as described and cannot lead to any claim. The dimensions are given as an indication and may slightly differ from the measures mentioned by the manufacturers especially for contemporary watches. The photos are not retouched. Colors may differ from reality. For timepieces, we guarantee neither the functioning nor the precision of the movement, nor the water-resistance of the case. In addition, please note that movements, parts of mechanisms or cases may be incomplete.
The lots are sold “as is”, described to the best of our knowledge and cannot be returned. Once the online bid is placed by the bidder, it cannot be cancelled.