SIGNED ROLEX, DAYTONA 'PAUL NEWMAN' MODEL, REF. 6239, CASE NO. 2'005'321, CIRCA 1969

Remarkably, the present lot was originally gifted to a Texas gentleman in 1969 for his graduation from his family. It remained in his possession until September 2022. Interestingly, the case number of the present timepiece is only four numbers apart from the iconic Rolex Daytona owned by Paul Newman.

Rolex reference 6239 'Paul Newman'
Icons in the world of vintage watch collecting and part of the most prized trophies, Rolex chronographs with 'Paul Newman' dials have become part of the most appreciated wristwatches amongst collectors.

A strong favorite for many and in very good overall condition, the present chronograph features a very coveted white 'Paul Newman' dial contrasting the black subsidiary registers.

Immediately recognizable through its dial and aesthetics, the present chronograph is part of the reference 6239, launched in the early 1960s and the first Rolex chronograph reference with an engraved tachymeter scale on its bezel. Manufactured with pump chronograph pushers and an attractive stainless steel case, later followed by gold versions, part of the most coveted examples of the reference feature exotic 'Paul Newman' dials.