ROLEX | REF 6239 'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA, A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, CIRCA 1967 | 勞力士 |6239型號「'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA」精鋼計時鍊帶腕錶，年份約1967
ROLEX
勞力士
REF 6239 'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA
A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET
CIRCA 1967
6239型號「'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA」精鋼計時鍊帶腕錶，年份約1967
Dial: black 'Paul Newman'
Caliber: cal. Valjoux 722-1 manual winding movement, 17 jewels
Case: stainless steel
Case number: 1695645
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp
Size: diameter 37.5 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 205 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Rolex service boxROLEX | REF 6239 'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA, A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, CIRCA 1967 | 勞力士 |6239型號「'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA」精鋼計時鍊帶腕錶，年份約1967 ROLEX | REF 6239 'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA, A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET, CIRCA 1967 | 勞力士 |6239型號「'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA」精鋼計時鍊帶腕錶，年份約1967
Estimate:
120,000 - 180,000 USD Lot sold:
137,500
USD ROLEX
勞力士
REF 6239 'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA
A STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET
CIRCA 1967
6239型號「'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA」精鋼計時鍊帶腕錶，年份約1967
Dial: black 'Paul Newman'
Caliber: cal. Valjoux 722-1 manual winding movement, 17 jewels
Case: stainless steel
Case number: 1695645
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp
Size: diameter 37.5 mm, bracelet circumference approximately 205 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Rolex service box Condition report
CASE
The case is in very good overall condition, with light polishing visible. The lugs retain excellent proportions, and has some light surface scratching visible throughout. The bracelet is in comparable condition.
DIAL
The dial is in good overall condition, with a large stain surrounding the center arbor and a light scratch, consistent with a hand being removed from the dial. In our view, the hands have possibly been relumed.
MOVEMENT
The chronograph function is operating properly. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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 iconic reference 6239 ‘Daytona’ was introduced in the United States in 1963, and available in the US and Europe until 1969. The reference was the first to have the ‘Cosmograph’ dial designation and was produced with several dial configurations. Some with or without ‘Daytona’ print, whilst others were offered with an ‘exotic’ dial, manufactured by Singer and with either a 2-colored dial in white or black or a 3-colored dial in white or black with red accents.
This exotic dial later became known as 'Paul Newman' dial, after the actor. It is characterized by its square markers in the chronograph scale and subsidiary dials, as well as the alternating patterning of the coloration. At the time, these exotic dialed variants proved unpopular, and so they were sold in significantly fewer numbers than those with non-exotic dials.
