{"product_id":"1969-rolex-daytona-ref-6239-black-paul-newman-dial","title":"1969 Rolex Daytona (Ref. 6239) Black \"Paul Newman\" Dial","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you ask most vintage watch collectors to name their ultimate grail, many would answer the Rolex “Paul Newman” Daytona without hesitation. Arguably the most important dial and reference combination in all of vintage Rolex collecting, the so-called “Paul Newman” Daytona stands as one of the most prestigious and coveted watches the brand has ever produced. Officially known as the exotic dial Daytona, the nickname stems from actor, racer, and philanthropist Paul Newman, who famously wore a ref. 6239 with a similar dial configuration to his personal watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts legendary status was cemented in 2017 when Newman’s own Daytona sold at auction for $17.75 million, becoming the most expensive Rolex wristwatch ever sold and forever solidifying the model as the crown jewel of vintage Rolex collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its market significance, the Paul Newman Daytona occupies a uniquely important place in horological history, widely credited with helping ignite the modern vintage Rolex market. What began as a slow-selling dial variant of Rolex’s manual-wind chronograph transformed into one of the most desirable watches in the world, with its meteoric rise mirroring that of vintage Rolex collecting itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eStock #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"2%\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"47%\"\u003eRLXDTPN6239-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRolex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaytona\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20XXXXX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMen's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack \/ White \/ Red \"Paul Newman\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMillimeters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRolex 7205 Oyster Rivet Bracelet W\/ 71 End Pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCASE \u0026amp; BRACELET\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strong case retains thick and symmetrical lugs, which exhibit minimal evidence of past polishing and gentle wear from use. The original stainless steel \"Units Per Hour\" bezel also remains in excellent condition, showing minimal wear and retaining all of the original factory black enamel. The case retains its original crown and pushers. The original Rolex 7205 Oyster rivet bracelet with 71 end pieces is stamped \"4\/71\" for the date code and retains 11 links that show light stretch. The bracelet will fit up to a 7-inch wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDIAL \u0026amp; HANDS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original black variant of the iconic exotic “Paul Newman” dial remains very well-preserved, with its signature red and white accents providing the striking contrast that defines the legendary design. The matte black main dial is exceptional, displaying no damage or notable age. The white outer minute track and sub-dials also remain in great condition, with minor aging present in the form of subtle darkening that is common to see in these dials. The original tritium lume present on both the dial and hands has aged to a varying degree of patina, from tan to dark grey, which is consistent with this dial variation and era. Under UV light inspection, all of the lume plots remain present on the dial, with only partial degradation present in several of the lume plots. The hands exhibit no degradation in the lume, and the sub-dial hands remain original to the watch as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eACCESSORIES \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone. The watch was recently serviced and is keeping time perfectly, backed by a 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rolex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45527734321261,"sku":"RLXDTPN6239-6","price":290000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1104\/9180\/files\/Img044314_23927d44-02c8-44d3-8ed7-ba7d462d7da0.jpg?v=1785458733","url":"https:\/\/www.craftandtailored.com\/products\/1969-rolex-daytona-ref-6239-black-paul-newman-dial","provider":"Craft + Tailored","version":"1.0","type":"link"}