ROLEX. AN ICONIC STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET
ROLEX. AN ICONIC STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET
ROLEX. AN ICONIC STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET
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ROLEXDAYTONA REF. 6263
ROLEX. AN ICONIC STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET

DAYTONA MODEL, REF. 6263, CASE NO. 3'855'219, CIRCA 1974

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ROLEX. AN ICONIC STAINLESS STEEL CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH BRACELET
DAYTONA MODEL, REF. 6263, CASE NO. 3'855'219, CIRCA 1974
Movement: Manual
Dial: Black
Case: 37.5 mm. diam.
With: Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet and deployant clasp, overall length approximately 175 mm., presentation box

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Lot Essay

With its highly sought-after black dial and contrasting subsidiary registers, the present timepiece is an attractive example of the Daytona reference 6263.

Reference 6263
The reference 6263 is considered as one of the most coveted chronographs produced by Rolex. It replaced the previous Oyster chronograph reference 6240 and was manufactured alongside its sister reference 6265 when it was first introduced in 1969. The model was powered by the upgraded calibre 727, a high-performance manual-winding movement beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour.

A defining feature of the reference 6263 is the presence of screw-down chronograph pushers, which significantly improved water resistance and justified the addition of the word 'Oyster' on the dial. Additionally, the reference introduced the unique black acrylic bezel graduated to 200 units, a design feature that improved the watch's sportiness and legibility.

These technological advancements, along with the sturdy Oyster case, gave the reference 6263 a more robust, useful, and purposeful appearance, qualities that have come to symbolize the iconic Rolex Daytona and continue to define its timeless appeal.

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