Rolex 6240

Rolex Ref. 6240 An early and well-preserved stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with espresso coloured "tropical" dial, "millerighe" pushers and bracelet

Manufacturer : Rolex Year : Circa 1965 Reference No : 6240 Case No : 1'269'446 Model Name : Cosmograph Daytona Material : Stainless steel Calibre : Manual, cal. 722, 17 jewels Bracelet/Strap : Stainless steel Rolex Oyster bracelet, max length 185 mm Clasp/Buckle : Stainless steel Rolex deployant clasp stamped 7.67 Dimensions : 37.5mm Diameter Reference 6240 is one of the most historical Daytona models. At the time of its launch in 1965, it was the first Daytona wristwatch to be fitted with water resistant screw down pushers. As such, the dials were now available with the script "Oyster" to reflect the model's new technical ability. Manufactured exclusively in stainless steel, the reference featured a bezel with black acrylic insert rather than the metal bezel found on its contemporary pump-pusher brethren ref. 6239. A 'foundational' watch for all intents and purposes, the model remained in production for only 4 years before evolving into the reference 6263 (and 6265). This reference 6240 is yet another variant of the diverse model. Instead of bearing the "Oyster" designation, the dial displays "Rolex Cosmograph" with "Daytona" below in a smaller size. Furthermore, the dial has toned down from black, to a beautiful and rich brown "espresso" tone. The case is preserved in equally impressive condition, with crisp finishes to the top of the lugs and very sharp numbers between the lugs. It furthermore retains all the correct attributes such as the Mk 1 bezel and early "Millerighe" pushers, which this reference is particularly known for.