ROLEX | PAUL NEWMAN DAYTONA, 6264STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET CIRCA 1970

Dial: black Calibre: cal. 722 manual winding, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw-down back Case number: 2'425'770 Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Dimensions: 37 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 185 mm  Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none

MVT: running at the time of cataloguing. Chronograph functioning. CASE: In good condition retaining polished and brushed surfaces. Potentially lightly polished. Inside case back stamped 6241. Service bezel. The bracelet in good condition with minor warping. Endlinks 271 clasp coded 371. DIAL: lume reacting to UV light, some of the plots remain illuminated after exposure while others dim rapidly and completely. Some likely lumed added on top during the servicing. Service hands. Dial itself in very good condition, some light discoloration to the outer-track and sight scratches by the arbour to the subsidiary seconds. Please note that this watch recently under went a full service at Rolex. Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band. Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.
"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 'Paul Newman' reference 6264 was only manufactured for a few short years in the early 1970's. It was the last Daytona to feature pump pushers. This example recently serviced at Rolex was fitted with a new acrylic bezel and crystal. The watch is still retaining its original bracelet and case with nice full proportions. The numbers between the lugs are very easy to read and the dial is in very attractive condition.

It is interesting to note this example is not powered by the new upgraded Valjoux movement at the launch of the reference 6264, the calibre 727 but the classic calibre 722.