• cal. 722 manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, adjusted to three positions • black dial, applied square and luminescent indexes, red tracking to the outer white chapter ring, three engine-turned white subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 12-hour and 30-minute registers • tonneau water-resistant-type case, black bezel engraved calibrated for tachometer scale, two round chronograph pushers to the band, screw-down crown, screw-down case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and deployant clasp

The movement is running and chronograph appears to function properly, however we recommend service soon. The dial is stepped and is in overall nice condition. The subsidiary registers have aged slightly and yellowed. The luminescent dots have also discolored to a dark brown. The case shows general wear and surface scuffs throughout. Overall this is a nice watch in good condition. The numbers between the lugs are 6239 and 1958606 and the number inside the back is 6239.
"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."

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Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Ref. 6239 wa🧸s the first Daytona model to be fitted with the Paul Newman dial. Many of the dials on early models were the three-coꦿlor examples, seen on the present lot, with black and white patterned dials and red outer tracking. Today, these dials are seen as more exotic than standard Paul Newman dials and command a higher premium.

For a note on the Pa♔ul Newman model, see the following lot.