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Rolex Chronograph Ref 6238
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| Watch ID: | rolex-6238TheOne-429 |
| Brand: | Rolex |
| Model: | Chronograph |
| Model Number: | 6238 |
| Type: | Mens vintage watch |
| Circa: | 1963 |
| Movement: | Manual |
| Material: | Stainless steel |
| Function: | Chronograph |
| Shape: | Round |
| Size: | 35mm |
| Condition: | Excellent |
Matthew's Notes
This is a great example of the Rolex Chronograph reference 6238 known as the pre-Daytona. What is incredible is its provenance. This is the actual watch worn by George Lazenby as James Bond in the 1969 film On Her Majestys Secret Service. This is a very rare opportunity to own a piece of both James Bond history and horological importance. There are some different features on this 6238 which include the black hour and minute hand and the red seconds hand. I am not sure why this was done this way. There is clear provenance on this watch as it was the actual watch that was in a 2003 London Christies Entertainment and Film auction.
Read an article about this James Bond Rolex pre-Daytona Watch over at Hodinkee.com.
An article about this watch also appears on The James Bond Watches Blog.
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