Name: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 6265
Brand: Rolex
SKU: WPS-270899
Price: 68850.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued

Description

Case: The 37mm case is excellent, showing a bright sleeve-polished finish and some light wear from use. The stainless bezel is also in excellent condition, showing only light wear from use. The back is stamped with a 6262 caseback which is correct for this early 6265 reference. Dial: The matte black Mark 1 dial is excellent, showing little if any wear for its age. All the lume plots are present and intact. The lume has aged to a warm, creamy hue, and the hands match perfectly. Bracelet: The 12-link Oyster bracelet is excellent, showing only very light stretch for its age. The clasp is stamped with a 1982 date code. Accessories: None. Notes: After a long battle on the track, the two-driver team of Pedro Rodriguez and Jackie Oliver, in a Gulf-liveried Porsche 917K, beat Tony Adamowicz and Ronnie Bucknum in their Ferrari 512M to take first place in the 1971 24 Hours of Daytona race.

⌚ Watch Specifications

Reference data · AI-verified specifications

Movement

Type: Manual wind

Caliber: Valjoux 72

Power Reserve: 45 hours

Case

Material: Stainless steel

Diameter: 37 mm

Water Resist.: 50m

Crystal: Acrylic

Bezel: Fixed tachymeter

Dial & Strap

Dial: White

Strap: Steel bracelet

Production: 1969-1987

📖 About This Reference

The Rolex Daytona reference 6265 is a manual-wind chronograph produced during a significant period for the model line. It is distinguished by its screw-down pushers, which contribute to its water resistance, and its metal bezel with an engraved tachymeter scale. This reference represents a key evolution in the Daytona series, moving towards enhanced robustness compared to earlier non-Oyster versions. This particular reference features a 37 mm stainless steel Oyster case, providing a robust housing for its manual-wind movement. The watch is powered by the Valjoux 72 caliber, a reliable column-wheel chronograph movement, offering a power reserve of approximately 45 hours. An acrylic crystal protects the dial, and the watch was rated for 50 meters of water resistance, suitable for daily wear. For collectors, the 6265 is notable for its place in the transition of the Daytona line. It appeals to those seeking a vintage manual-wind Daytona with the added functionality of screw-down pushers. The reference was available with various dial configurations, including both white and black dials, often referred to as 'Panda' or 'Reverse Panda' depending on the sub-dial coloration, further adding to its collectibility.