Rolex Daytona 6263

Cosmograph Daytona ‘Big Red’, Reference 6263 | A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1979 Rolex

PROPERTY OF THE ORIGINAL OWNER Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ‘Big Red’, Reference 6263 A stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with bracelet, Circa 1979 Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 727 mechanical, 17 jewels Case: stainless steel, screw down case back Case number: 5’503’672 Closure: Rolex Oyster bracelet and folding clasp Size: 37 mm diameter, bracelet circumference approximately 170 mm Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Rolex Guarantee, instruction manual and presentation box In 1971, Rolex refreshed their chronograph range with a series of upgrades which modernized the design and made the watch much more suitable for its intended use in sports. Famously, the Daytona line started out as a commercial failure, and subsequent efforts by the brand as well as popular culture influences really helped to propel 4 digit Daytona models into the stardom in which they exist today. A fuller and thicker Oyster case, screw-down pushers and larger Oyster crown, as well as an improved movement all contributed to making the new reference 6263/65 a watch that was meant to last, and indeed today these watches are more popular and relevant than perhaps they ever were. The present watch is presented in attractive condition and features the instantly recognisable and desirable silvered “Big Red” dial. What makes this lot even more special is the fact that it comes directly from the original owner who purchased this watch in Hong Kong almost 50 years ago. Preserved in excellent condition, this lot presents collectors with the opportunity to own an icon of vintage Rolex collecting and one of the most coveted Daytona configurations on the market. 勞力士 Cosmograph Daytona ‘Big Red’ 型號6263 精鋼計時鏈帶腕錶，約1979年製 附帶證書、說明書及盒子