1961 Rolex Oyster Chronograph Ref: 6234 "Pre-Daytona"
1961 Rolex Oyster Chronograph Ref: 6234 "Pre-Daytona"
Inventory 1477
Brand Rolex
Style Oyster Chronograph
Model 6234
Serial 688,XXX
Dial Silver/Cream
Material Stainless Steel
Case (mm) 36
The watch was fully serviced in May 2019
Case
Very nice case that has previously been polished and has wear from use. Comes with a correct Valjoux 72B movement.
Bezel/Insert
Excellent condition Stainless Steel bezel with sharp edges and wear from use.
Dial
Nice silver/cream "Swiss Only" chronograph dial with arrow-head markers. The dial has some spotting and speckling from age. The lume dots are all partially intact and the lume has aged to a creamy orange patina.
Hands
Very nice Rolex alpha-hands with some aging. The lume in the hour hands has mostly flaked out.
Bracelet/Strap
Very nice newer 7205 Swiss Made rivet bracelet with 13 links and 60 end pieces. The bracelet has some stretch from use which is common for bracelets from this period.
The clasp is stamped: 2 69
Accessories
This watch comes with the watch as shown in the photos and service papers from Los Angeles Watchworks.