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Lot Essay
The present watch is an outstanding and original example of a reference 6036 in steel, impressive by its beautiful full case and original dial and hands. Furthermore, both the reference and serial numbers finely engraved between the lugs are clearly legible and further proof of the life the watch has enjoyed without being damaged by restoration or careless polishing.
Taking into consideration other examples of reference 6036 in steel that have ever come to the market, this could be considered one of the finest and most original examples in steel known to exist. Treasures like the present example are rare trophies in today’s market and are appropriate for discerning collectors of extraordinary timepieces.
Reference 6036
Reference 6036 was the part of of the celebrated “Dato-Compax” or “Jean-Claude Killy” family of complete calendar chronograph models from Rolex. It incorporates one of the most sophisticated movements ever used by the company: the Valjoux 72C. Reference 6036 carries the “Oyster”designation as it has a water-resistant-type screw-down case back, as opposed to the reference 4768 that has a snap-on case back.
These “Dato-Compax” watches (references 4768, 5036, 6036, and 6236) are linked to the legendary Olympic gold medalist Jean-Claude Killy and this family of calendar chronograph wristwatches are often given his name in the same way that Paul Newman is associated with exotic Rolex Daytona dials. A champion skier and man of extremely refined taste, the name of Mr. Killy has been associated with Rolex for 40 years since he became an official Rolex Ambassador and began serving on the Rolex Board of Directors.
Reference 6036 was available with various dial layouts, cased in stainless steel, pink gold, and yellow gold.
Taking into consideration other examples of reference 6036 in steel that have ever come to the market, this could be considered one of the finest and most original examples in steel known to exist. Treasures like the present example are rare trophies in today’s market and are appropriate for discerning collectors of extraordinary timepieces.
Reference 6036
Reference 6036 was the part of of the celebrated “Dato-Compax” or “Jean-Claude Killy” family of complete calendar chronograph models from Rolex. It incorporates one of the most sophisticated movements ever used by the company: the Valjoux 72C. Reference 6036 carries the “Oyster”designation as it has a water-resistant-type screw-down case back, as opposed to the reference 4768 that has a snap-on case back.
These “Dato-Compax” watches (references 4768, 5036, 6036, and 6236) are linked to the legendary Olympic gold medalist Jean-Claude Killy and this family of calendar chronograph wristwatches are often given his name in the same way that Paul Newman is associated with exotic Rolex Daytona dials. A champion skier and man of extremely refined taste, the name of Mr. Killy has been associated with Rolex for 40 years since he became an official Rolex Ambassador and began serving on the Rolex Board of Directors.
Reference 6036 was available with various dial layouts, cased in stainless steel, pink gold, and yellow gold.