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Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979

Name: Historical Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Big Red 6263 steel 1979
Brand: Rolex
Price: 147290.84 USD
Availability: InStock

About the Item

First launched in 1963 and created specifically for the world of automotive racing, the Rolex Daytona collection is arguably one of the most popular and universally respected lines of timepieces from the brand’s entire catalog. And among the numerous references that make up this iconic collection of chronograph watches, the “Big Red” Rolex Daytona reference 6263 is easily one of the most famous, collectible, and instantly recognizable. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona holds a special place within the vintage watch collecting world. Arguably more than any other line of Rolex watches, the Daytona has a remarkable way of exciting collectors and attaining stratospheric prices at auction. While a number of vintage Rolex watches (particularly those from the Daytona collection) have attained legendary levels of collectability, the reference 6263 “Big Red” is considered by many to be one of the most desirable vintage Rolex Daytona models of all time. Although the reference 6263 Daytona watches fitted with exotic Paul Newman dials receive the lion’s share of the press attention and sell for truly astronomical prices whenever they manage to surface at auction, the “Big Red” is another dial variation of the iconic reference 6263 Daytona that is frequently sought-after by vintage Rolex collectors. Offered in either black or silver with contrasting colors for the sub-dials/chronograph registers, the reference 6263 “Big Red” gets its name from the bright red “Daytona” name that appears in an extra-large font, right in the center of the dial above the sub-dial at 6 o’clock. Big Red Daytona 6263 Key Features: Reference Number: 6263 Production Years: 1971 – 1987(Approx.) Case Size: 37mm Materials: Stainless Steel Functions: Time w/ Running Seconds, 12-Hour Chronograph Dial: Black or Silver w/ Luminous Hour Markers Bezel: Fixed, Black Acrylic w/ Tachymeter Scale Crystal: Acrylic (Box Shaped) Movement: Valjoux 727 (Manual Wind) Water Resistance: 100 Meters / 330 Feet Strap/Bracelet: Oyster Bracelet PRADERA is a second generation of a family run business jewelers of reference in Spain, with a large track record being official distributers of prime European jewelry brands like Chanel, Baccarat, Pomellato, Mattioli, Chantecler, Valente, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, Fabergé ... they have a large experience from working and observing best European craftsmenship, and they have curated jewelry collections for high net worth individuals in Europe. IRAMA PRADERA the creative director of design and estate department has a "Multinational Management degree for Wharton Business School" at the University of Pennsylvania and a "Diamond and Colored gem Grading" form the GIA in NY, she has worked for main auction houses in Jewelry department in Christie´s in NY, and in Real State and Interior Design division for Sotheby´s Int. Realty in Madrid and Marbella. All PRADERA jewels are guaranteed and come from sustainable and reliable sources and owners. We are 360º company with passion for jewelry and the value of time, gold and precious stones, PRADERA is dedicated to bring sparks of unique lives and tell stories of the beautiful things made with love and lived with joy.

Creator:

Rolex

Design:

Cosmograph Daytona Watch

Case Material:

Steel

Case Shape:

Round

Movement:

Case Dimensions:

Diameter: 1.58 in (40 mm)

Style:

Modern

Place of Origin:

Switzerland

Period:

21st Century

Date of Manufacture:

1979

Condition:

Replacements made: bezel, crystal and pushers are replaced by Rolex Official dealer in 2018.

Seller Location:

Bilbao, ES

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU1204321629472

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While the rise in popularity of vintage Rolex watches is of no surprise to aficionados, collectors and industry experts, when it comes to contemporary luxury wristwatches, Rolex is also often the first brand that springs to mind. Not only is the company revered for its precision timekeeping and impeccable craftsmanship, but its name was designed to be memorable.

Rolex's enviable worldwide recognition can be credited in part to the genius of company founder Hans Wilsdorf. When the German-born watch dealer and his brother-in-law, Alfred Davis, set up their London enterprise, in 1905, they called it Wilsdorf & Davis, according to the traditional formula.

But Wilsdorf was determined to come up with another name that was short, would look good on a watch dial and was easy to say and remember in several languages. In 1908, he trademarked the name Rolex, and by 1920, he had moved the company to Geneva and redubbed it as Montres Rolex S.A.

But the main reasons for the brand’s success are its aforementioned commitment to precision and unflagging pursuit of innovation. In 1926, the company introduced the aptly named Oyster model. With a screw-down crown and case back, both fitted with rubber gaskets, this was the first truly waterproof watch.

Five years later, Rolex upped the ante with the Oyster Perpetual. That model’s patented Perpetual movement contained a rotor mechanism enabling it to self-wind. In another trendsetting move, in 1945, the brand debuted the Datejust, with a date window prominently displayed on the dial.

The company’s two most iconic models are sports watches. Although the Submariner, which debuted in 1953, was developed as a dive watch, its waterproof case, solid construction and good looks made it a favorite of adventurers and urbanites alike, including James Bond, who wore it in classics like Dr. No and Goldfinger. The Daytona, the racing chronograph made famous by Paul Newman, is especially sought after by collectors. Newman’s personal Daytona, which hit the auction block in 2017, sold for $17.8 million.

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