Rolex Daytona 6262

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Paul Newman', Reference 6262 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1971

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 'Paul Newman', Reference 6262 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1971 Dial: white Calibre: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 2’733’522 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none Following the inception of the Rolex Cosmograph line in 1963, Rolex released their first Daytona with a striking exotic dial featuring contrasting subdials and outer minute tracks, Art Deco style numerals, and square-tipped indices. The exotic dial was not popular with clients at first, often deemed too eccentric, and was therefore only produced in low numbers. However, it gained popularity in the 1980s, as famed actor and racecar driver Paul Newman was pictured wearing the aforementioned dial design, with his name soon becoming synonymous with the exotic dial. Several references donning the Paul Newman dial were released in the subsequent years, with the reference 6262 being on the market from 1970 to 1971. Regarded as a transitional model, the present watch incorporated the design of the earliest models, featuring pump pushers, a stainless steel case and bezel, as well as a white dial with black contrasts and red accents. However, it was also the first Daytona to feature the calibre 727, a newly modified and enhanced movement that would be utilized in the Daytona line until 1987. Today, vintage Paul Newman Daytonas are one of the most discussed and sought-after collector’s items, a true cult classic in the world of watches. Furthermore, the reference 6262 might be one of the rarest and most intriguing vintage Daytona references ever produced by Rolex, as it served as a transitional model for only one year. This Paul Newman is a rare and beautiful icon, sure to impress in every collection, and is widely accepted as a grail among vintage Rolex watches.勞力士 Cosmograph Daytona 'Paul Newman' 型號6262 精鋼計時鏈帶腕錶，約1971年製