Rolex Daytona 6265

Ref. 6265A rare and impressively well-preserved stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with guarantee, tag and presentation box

Manufacturer: Rolex Year: Circa 1978 Reference No: 6265 Case No: 5'582'570 Model Name: Cosmograph Daytona Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, max length 185mm Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped K11 Dimensions: 37mm Diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and bracelet signed Accessories: Accompanied by Rolex Guarantee dated November 24, 1980, tags, presentation box and outer packaging.Launched in the late 1960s, references 6263 and 6265 replaced the first Oyster Cosmograph model, 6240. Reference 6265 was introduced to the market in 1969 precisely and ceased production in the late 1980s. Compared to the first generation of the Cosmograph Daytona, the model featured screw down pushers and thus carried the "Oyster" designation on the dial, offering water resistance. The model was offered in either stainless steel or gold and the movement was also upgraded from a Valjoux 722 movement to the more reliable Valjoux 727 movement. The present watch, offered in excellent and incredibly sharp condition is an impressive example. Displaying round luminous plots, the dial is crisp and free of visible flaws. Luminous dots usually fall off or degrade over time, yet the ones on this examples remain round and intact. Furthermore, the case is preserved in incredibly sharp condition with crisp edges and facets. As an even nicer touch, it is accompanied by its Rolex Guarantee dated November 24, 1980, tags, presentation box and outer packaging.