Fine Watches
Fine Watches
Rolex
Daytona, Ref. 6240 Stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet Circa 1966
Lot Closed
June 24, 12:12 PM GMT
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 CHF
Lot Details
Description
Rolex
Daytona, Ref. 6240
Stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet
Circa 1966
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 722-1 manual winding, 17 jewels
Case: stainless steel, screw-down back
Case number: 1'439'038
Closure: stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp
Dimensions: 37 mm, bracelet circumference approx. 195 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: no
Accessories: Rolex presentation case with outer packaging
The reference 6240 was the first Daytona to incorporate screw-down pushers. Manufactured solely in stainless steel, the chronograph also features an acrylic tachometer bezel. In production from 1965 through 1969, approximately 1,700 pieces were made.