Speedy 321 and these 1960s Daytonas are fabulous, much like the 5513 or 1960s Omega Seamasters. The Golden Age of sports watches ... In my book, one notch above the 1970s Nautilus / Royal Oak line-up.
Hi Brummyred, I had a ball with this review. The watch is a stunner in person, and I'm a fan of the Daytona, Paul Newman, and endurance sports car racing, so the personal enthusiasm factor was *high.* If you haven't seen the movement shots on our website, be sure to check them out. The details of the Rolex modifications to the Valjoux 72 are worth the trip to our website, and our studio shots are far more becoming than my iPhone work. Best, Tim
It looks like the dial on this watch has been replaced? I have come to believe that the seconds track for the chronograph on reference 6239 and 6241 are suppose to be red, not white. The "panda" dial was only exclusive to the 6263 and 6265 references.
DDWGG1 I'm far from a Daytona expert, but I know the vast majority of authentic Paul Newman dials are not on the original watch they came on and many of these are on the wrong reference number. In the case of vintage Daytonas, you are really just buying the dial in most cases.
That the dial of a vintage Rolex amounts to 50-90% of its value is the biggest heresy i've heard lately! If you look at stella 1803, those numbers are right, or any very limited oman, tiffany, etc dials. However on a normal 6263, 1803, 1675, 1803 etc 80% of the value comes from the condition of the case, and then the movement. Dial is less important.
Hi Paolo, Thanks for participating on our channel! 50-90% needs to be taken in the context of this watch and comparable pieces. In the major leagues of vintage Rolex, especially among Daytonas, 50-90%: believe it. I'm not speaking of triple six Sea-Dwellers or old Thunderbirds in this video. "Normal" 6263, 1803, and 1675 aren't evaluated on the same criteria as investment-grade pieces like this Newman, 6062 star dials, cloisonné mid-century pieces, or bespoke royal coat-of-arms pieces. For general "old Rolex," case, bezel, movement condition are important factors. For late models, accessory kits and complete boxed sets are significant. But pieces that set the market and grace the covers of auction catalogs are judged on a different scale. Best, Tim
watchuwantinc I agree! I was pointing out that the statement that "the dial is something like 50-90% of the value of a vintage rolex" is wrong. Talking about specific pieces you listed: yes. But generally: no! As you said it needs to be taken in context of what type of vintage rolexes you were talking about. If not it might mislead viewers ;). Anyways, congratulations on the great piece. Condition seems stunning! Looking forward in seeing more vintage rolexes on the channel. Best. Paolo
Hi Richard, This color combination is a particular standout. The "panda" dials are striking on almost any chronograph, but there's a reason this one's a legend. Its proportions are perfect, the history is engrossing, and the condition is five-star. Regrettably, one feature that doesn't come across in the video is the stepped minute track. It adds meaningful depth and a visual hook to the dial without disrupting the symmetry or color balance of the whole. Best, Tim
