• cal. 72B manual winding nickel lever movement, 17 jewels, mono-metallic compensation balance, adjusted to three positions • silvered dial, applied dagger indexes, three engine-turned subsidiary dials indicating constant seconds, 30-minute and 12-hour registers • tonneau water-resistant-type case, smooth bezel, two round chronograph pushers in the band, screw-down crown, screw-down case back • case, dial and movement signed • with a stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet

The movement is running, however it may require service soon. The dial has a matte, gray-white finish, with some marks, mostly in and around the subisidiary dials. There is some residue or damage to the finish around the Rolex coronet. The 'Oyster Chronograph' printing seems to be slightly askew compared to the 'Rolex' signature. The case has scuffs throughout, with a ding to the edge of the bezel around 4:30, and more significant signs of wear to the case back. The numbers between the lugs are 6238 and 866211. The inside of the case back is numbered 6238.
"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.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
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."

For ﷺa note on the 'Pre-Daytona', see the previous lot.

The pr🅘꧃esent example is particularly rare as it does not feature a tachometer scale.

For extensive discussion and illustrations of Ref. 6238, the 'Pre-Daytona,' see Pergola, C., Mazzariol, S., and Dosso, G., Rolex Daytona: A Legend is Born, pp. 5-42.

For an similar example, also witghout tachometer scale, see Papaleo, P., I Cronografi Rolex: La Leggenda, p. 278. For further examples of Ref. 6238, 🍬;see pp. 278-289 of the same text.♛