ROLEX | 'PAUL NEWMAN' DAYTONA, REF 6241STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET AND BROWN TROPICAL REGISTERSCIRCA 1968

Dial: whiteCalibre: cal. 72 manual winding, 17 jewelsCase: stainless steel, screw-down crown and backCase number: 1'767'358Closure: stainless steel Oyster bracelet with folding claspDimensions: 37.5mm, bracelet circumference approx. 190mmSigned: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

MVT: running at the time of cataloguing. The chronograph functioning. CASE: In very well preserved condition. The lugs retain their full proportions, the case back with a very crisp milled edge. The numbers between the lugs are very crisp. Minor ding to the corner of the top right hand lug. The bracelet slightly stretched and surface wear throughout, 571 endlinks. DIAL: overall in very good condition. The lumes have all aged consistently together and are now a nice yellow. All lumes react very well under UV. Slight loss to the lume plot at 3. The registers have aged from a black to deep choclate brown color. The bezel has been replaced during a service. The watch has not been tested to determine the accuracy of its timekeeping. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and that a service may be required at the buyer's discretion.
"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."

The Rolex Daytona, reference 6241 was introduced in 1966 and was in production until 1969. There were roughly 3000 pieces made and a very limited number fitted with a 'Paul Newman' dial.

The present watch is a wonderful example of a reference 6241 'Paul Newman'. The dial is further distinguished with dark brown tropical registers. The white graphics of the registers are still bright white and the luminous dots are nice and intact and react very well under UV. The case still retains very nice proportions and overall this example has been kept in very attractive condition.