Rolex Daytona 6263

Reference 6263 'Sigma Dial' Daytona | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1973

Dial: black Caliber: cal. Valjoux 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 3’986’179 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet with folding clasp Size: 37.5 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Box: no Papers: no Accessories: Rolex service paper dated December 3rd, 2007, service pouch, and an additional Rolex Oyster braceletReference 6263 'Sigma Dial' Daytona | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1973 Fine Watches N11526_CYR4G_JF_01 N11526_CYR4G_glam N11526_CYR4G_JF_02 N11526_CYR4G_JF_03 N11526_CYR4G_JF_04 N11526_CYR4G_T2_BP N11526_CYR4G_CS Case: The case is in good condition with light signs of use and previous signs of polishing. Some nicks to the bezel especially between 12-3 o'clock. The bezel insert with some loss at 12 o'clock. The acrylic with minor loss at 1 and between 7-8 o'clock. The upper right lug is slightly bent inward and there is a visible nick to the top of the lug. The bracelet and folding clasp have signs of visible scratches and scuffing. The inner case back is stamped ‘6239’, the bracelet is stamped ‘78350 19’, and the end links are stamped ‘571’. The clasp is etched '3986179'. Watchmaker’s marks are present on the inner case back. The additional bracelet is stamped '78350 19’, the end links are stamped ‘571’, and the folding clasp is stamped '78350’ and ‘CL5'. Dial: The dial is in good condition with some light signs of age throughout. The luminous plots have aged evenly throughout to an attractive warmer hue. Luminous material missing at 6 and 9 o'clock. There are some signs of oxidation around the hands. The luminous material in the hands have darkened. Movement: 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.