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Lot Essay
This "Dato Compax" is a wonderful example in extremly well preserved condition. The sharp reference and serial numbers between the lugs and to the outer case back, the crisp gold mark underneath the lug and the sharp calendar correctors in the band further underline the beauty and honesty of the present watch.
The original silvered dial stands out by its rare grained-finish surface, as opposed to the better known shiny lacquer version, which over time has taken a most appealing, uniform ivory patina. Without a doubt the Dato-Compax offered here for sale presents all the criteria indispensable for the coveted collector's watch with private provenance and very original overall condition.
Following the references 4767 and 5036 the presented reference 6036 is the third generation of the celebrated Dato Compax Oyster triple calendar chronograph model ever presented by Geneva's crowned watch manufacturer. Available with various dial layouts, the chronograph was cased in gold, pink gold or in stainless steel.
“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 alpine 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, serving on the Rolex Board of Directors.
Various examples of reference 6036 are described and illustrated in I Cronografi Rolex - La Leggenda, Pucci Papaleo Editore, pp. 380 - 401.
The original silvered dial stands out by its rare grained-finish surface, as opposed to the better known shiny lacquer version, which over time has taken a most appealing, uniform ivory patina. Without a doubt the Dato-Compax offered here for sale presents all the criteria indispensable for the coveted collector's watch with private provenance and very original overall condition.
Following the references 4767 and 5036 the presented reference 6036 is the third generation of the celebrated Dato Compax Oyster triple calendar chronograph model ever presented by Geneva's crowned watch manufacturer. Available with various dial layouts, the chronograph was cased in gold, pink gold or in stainless steel.
“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 alpine 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, serving on the Rolex Board of Directors.
Various examples of reference 6036 are described and illustrated in I Cronografi Rolex - La Leggenda, Pucci Papaleo Editore, pp. 380 - 401.