108 Rolex Sought after and Important, Daytona Chronograph, Wristwatch in Steel, With Cherry-Red Logo and Ghost Swiss, Reference 6239, Published in Pucci Papaleo’s Book “Ultimate Rolex Daytona”

Estimate: €120,000 –⁠ 240,000

Model: Daytona
Reference: 6239
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Year: 1964
Movement: Manual
Caliber: 72B
Case N°: 1048873
Dimensions: 37 mm
Signed: Dial, Case and Movement
Literature: This specific watch is published in Pucci Papaleo’s Book "Ultimate Rolex Daytona" at Page 116-119

The Rolex Daytona is nowadays one of the most, if not the most, sought after wristwatch by collectors and neophytes all over the world. Officially launched in 1963, Rolex’s reference 6239 influenced and inspired generations of collectors across the globe. The present example from circa 1964 is particularly interesting for few of its peculiarities. Manufactured in steel, first of all, it showcases a Mark II bezel—recognizable from the bezel scaling up still to 300 units, however, without the 275 hash marks between 300 and 250: this batch of bezels was produced just up to 1967. Throughout the years scholars and collectors have been able to categorize the reference in batches, each one with small variations from the previous and the latter. With a case preserved in truly remarkable conditions, still presenting nice bevels and deep black scale on the bezel, the watch also comes with an Oyster riveted bracelet. The present watch most notably displays an attractive “Cherry Logo” dial referring to the red “Daytona” inscription placed on top of the 6 o’clock subdial. This very lot represents one of the first prototypes showing the red signature that will later become one of the most sought after by passionate and collectors. Further preciousness is the fact that the dial is the appreciated and rare “grenè” finish. The Grenè dial is called so because the silvered dial has a slightly grainy matte finish as opposed to the vibrant soleil (sunburst) finish that can be found on the other examples. It is estimated that not many “Cherry” dials were produced and the present reference was the first ever model to showcase this particular red Daytona inscription. Particularly rare, the present reference 6239 with “Cherry Logo” dial and Mark II bezel is a true testament to how Rolex delivered exceptional and reliable tools made to withstand the test of time and ever-changing fashions. Moreover, this specific watch is published in Pucci Papaleo’s Book “Ultimate Rolex Daytona” at Page 116–119.