135 Rolex An iconic and sought after, Daytona, chronograph wristwatch in steel, with silver 'Big Red' dial, reference 6265.
Estimate: € 50.000 – 100.000
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| model | Daytona |
|---|---|
| year | 1976 |
| reference | 6265 |
| case material | Stainless steel |
| case number | 4'138'326 |
| bracelet material | Stainless steel Rolex bracelet, approximate length 200mm |
| movement type | Manual, cal. 727, 17 jewels |
| dimension | 37mm Diameter |
| signed | Case, dial and movement |
Not merely a tool for the track, the 6265 has become a monument to the golden age of mechanical chronographs — a moment when Rolex, still firmly rooted in function-first thinking, created what would later become a design icon for the ages. This example is fitted with the unmistakable “Big Red” dial. The bold “Daytona” script arching above the lower subdial is an emblem of a specific era, when the Cosmograph was still chasing time on the wrists of racing legends. But beyond the moniker, what elevates this watch is its great preservation: the bezel retains crisp engravings, the screw-down pushers are sharp and functional, and the dial itself offers rich contrast between the sunburst silver base and deep black registers — a configuration that balances clarity with charisma. Inside, the manually-wound Caliber 727, the final, refined evolution of the famed Valjoux 72 that powered generations of Rolex chronographs. For the collector seeking a Daytona that embodies not just the spirit of motorsport, but also the soul of Rolex’s enduring craftsmanship, the present 6265 “Big Red” is a piece that resonates far beyond the world of watches.
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