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Rolex Daytona Chronograph Reference 6239

Partially verified

This stainless steel wristwatch is a Rolex Daytona reference 6239. It features a black dial with three silver-colored, grooved-texture chronograph sub-dials. A distinctive feature is the red-colored 'Daytona' text positioned above the six o'clock sub-dial, a dial variation referred to as 'Cherry'. The watch includes a steel bezel engraved with a tachymeter scale, pump-style chronograph pushers, and a winding crown on the side of the case. The dial displays applied baton markers, metal hands, and tritium luminous details. The watch is presented on a steel link bracelet. Introduced in 1963, the reference 6239 marked the inception of the Daytona line and was the first model to shift the tachymeter scale from the inner dial periphery to the external bezel. The watch shows evidence of wear, including minor marks on the case, bezel, caseback, and bracelet.

Rolex Daytona reference 6239 with 'Cherry' dial configuration, featuring the red Daytona script above the sub-dial at six o'clock.
Rolex Daytona reference 6239 with 'Cherry' dial configuration, featuring the red Daytona script above the sub-dial at six o'clock. — Zamanito. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
Rolex
Reference
6239
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
1960s
Source-reported place
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The timepiece features a stainless steel case fitted with a steel bezel engraved with a tachymeter scale. This configuration, which moves the scale from the internal dial to the outer bezel, was a hallmark of the reference 6239 design introduced in 1963.

The dial is black with three silver-toned, grooved sub-dials. A key design element is the red-printed 'DAYTONA' text situated above the sub-dial at the six o'clock position, identifying this as a 'Cherry' dial variant. The dial features applied baton markers, metal hands, and tritium-based luminous material.

Evidence for this section
  • “قاب این ساعت از جنس فولاد ضدزنگ ساخته شده و به یک بزل فولادی مجهز است که مقیاس تاکی‌متر روی آن حکاکی شده است.”
  • “وجه تمایز این نسخه، درج واژه Daytona با رنگ قرمز آلبالویی در بالای شمارنده فرعی ساعت ۶ است”
  • “در این مدل برای نخستین بار مقیاس تاکی‌متر از حاشیه داخلی صفحه به روی بزل فولادی بیرونی انتقال یافت.”

Historical Context

The reference 6239 is documented as the original model in the Rolex Daytona line. It was launched in 1963, establishing the design language for subsequent iterations.

The 'Cherry' dial is identified as an early use of the red-printed name,

Evidence for this section
  • “معرفی رفرنس 6239 در سال ۱۹۶۳ میلادی نقطه آغاز و تولد رسمی خط تولید مدل Daytona محسوب می‌شود.”
  • “صفحات موسوم به «Cherry» نخستین نمونه‌هایی بودند که از نوشته قرمز‌رنگ Daytona بهره بردند”

Condition

The auction description reports that the watch shows signs of natural use consistent with its age. Minor marks are visible on the steel case, bezel, and the caseback.

The attached steel link bracelet also exhibits standard signs of wear. There is no information available regarding the internal movement, service history, or the status of individual components.

Evidence for this section
  • “ساعت دارای علائم جزئی استفاده طبیعی روی بدنه، بزل و درپوش پشتی است”
  • “بند فلزی متصل به آن نیز علائم سایش عادی را نشان می‌دهد.”
  • “وضعیت عملکردی و سوابق دقیق سرویس یا دست‌نخورده بودن قطعات بیان نشده”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber installed in this example?
  • What is the production date associated with the serial number on this specific case?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Rolex Daytona Chronograph Reference 6239
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerRolex“برند: Rolex”
Reference6239“شماره رفرنس: 6239”
Dial TypeCherry“پیکربندی صفحه موسوم به «Cherry»”
TachymeterExternal bezel“در این مدل برای نخستین بار مقیاس تاکی‌متر از حاشیه داخلی صفحه به روی بزل فولادی بیرونی انتقال یافت.”
MaterialStainless steel“قاب این ساعت از جنس فولاد ضدزنگ ساخته شده”
Chronograph layoutThree sub-dials“چیدمان سه شمارنده فرعی کرنوگراف با رنگ نقره‌ای و بافت شیاردار”
Dating1960s“Period: دهه ۱۹۶۰”

Visible details

  • Red-colored 'DAYTONA' text above the 6 o'clock sub-dial
  • External steel bezel with tachymeter scale
  • Three silver-colored grooved sub-dials on a black background
  • Pump-style chronograph pushers

Research qualifications

  • No information provided regarding the movement caliber or internal condition
  • Authenticity and originality of components have not been independently verified

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

ساعت مچی کرنوگراف Rolex Daytona رفرنس 6239 با صفحه Cherry Red از جنس فولاد

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record e48e49ee33

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