DAYTONA MODEL, REF. 6265, CASE NO. 2’788’279, CIRCA 1971

Attractive and early, the present Daytona reference 6265 was manufactured in the first year of production in 1971, and forgoes the red 'Daytona' text above 6 o'clock, a distinct feature of early models of this reference. It is further enhanced with a screw down crown and pushers, providing waterproofing to the case design. The present lot is preserved with even case proportions, its original early pushers, crown, bezel, and features a beautiful matte dial with silvered registers.

Reference 6265
Launched in the 1971, the reference 6265 is the sister reference of the 6263. Inheriting attributes of reference 6240, the standard version chronograph bears the 'Oyster' designation on the upper-half of its dial and is constructed with screw down pushers, a screwed caseback, and a screw-down crown. Manufactured over a period of approximately 17 years, the watch was available in stainless steel, 14k, and 18k gold. The reference 6265 chronograph was made with a slightly wider case, giving the wristwatch a more 'sporty' feel than earlier references. Produced until 1988, it represents the last of the manual-winding Daytona models.