Rolex. A Fine and Very Rare Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Bracelet
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Rolex. A Fine and Very Rare Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Bracelet

Signed Rolex., Chronograph, Ref. 6238, Case No. 1'101315, Circa 1964

Closed6 December 2018

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USD 27,500

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Rolex. A Fine and Very Rare Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch with Bracelet
Signed Rolex., Chronograph, Ref. 6238, Case No. 1'101315, Circa 1964
Movement: Manual, Cal. 72-1, 17 jewels
Dial: Silvered, baton numerals with luminous accents, luminous hands, three subsidiary dials
Case: Stainless steel, screw back, screw down crown, two round buttons in the band, inside case back stamped 6238, 36mm diam.
Bracelet/Clasp: Rolex Oyster bracelet and deployant clasp, stamped 1 66 and 557 to the endlinks, overall approximate length 7.5 inches

Property from a Private Collection

Specialist note

Amongst watch enthusiasts, reference 6238 is often referred to as a "Pre-Daytona" and enjoys today growing popularity within the community of Rolex collectors. Launched circa 1960, the reference 6238 was the company's last traditional chronograph wristwatch with a polished bezel. Clearly designed as a sport watch, the reference 6238 maintains, thanks to its case proportions, a very refined yet masculine look.

The present watch is a striking example with its very rare silver/grey dial which is preserved in excellent condition.