What's Selling Here - January 24, 2025

By Charlie Dunne

Rolex Paul Newman Black Dial Daytona Reference 6239

Among all vintage Rolex watches, Daytona chronographs with “exotic” dials meant for improved legibility during racing are arguably the most well-known and desirable. Nicknamed “Paul Newman” Daytonas after the legendary actor who wore a reference 6239 with white dial for many years, these transcend the world of watches and enter the rarified air of iconic objects. Paul Newman’s own Daytona sold for $17.8 million at auction in New York City in 2018 and remains the most expensive wristwatch ever sold.

This is a rare and extremely beautiful Rolex “Paul Newman” Daytona reference 6239 black dial example. I would rate it among the most attractive examples I have seen with a black dial. I understand that a previous owner placed the dial and hands into this case from an inferior case, but is in the correct serial range. and essentially no one would ever know that except for this disclosure. The serial number is 2.00M dating to circa 1969. The central seconds hand appears to be replaced as it has a longer triangular head than the earlier examples. The case has been lightly polished, but is extremely attractive. It measures 37mm in diameter. The bezel is correct for this reference and original. It is paired on a C&I rivet bracelet made for Rolex for the American market dating to 1973.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 3 bar. It features a new TrueDome D21 crystal that is gorgeous.

Overall, this is one of the most gorgeous Rolex Paul Newman Daytonas with black dials that we have ever held and a special opportunity for astute collectors.

Rolex Big Red Daytona Reference 6263 Unpolished Full Set

This Rolex Daytona Reference 6263 is an incredible example with a very nice dial. The dial is spectacular and the lume plots are fully intact, which is rare for vintage Daytonas. The hands and dial have a nice warm lume.

It features the correct Mark III screw-down pushers. It is paired on what appears to be the original 78350 Oyster bracelet with 571 end links. The case appears to be unpolished. It features what appears to be the original acrylic bezel, which is in great condition.

This watch has a 7.6M case serial number dating to circa 1983. It is powered by the manual-wind movement Caliber 727 made by Valjoux and is 37mm in diameter.

The comes with box or papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

It is one of the nicest 6263s we have seen - both an unpolished case and bracelet and a full set. It’s not easy to find them like this!

Patek Philippe Nautilus Reference 3900/1

This Patek Philippe Nautilus is a very special model in stainless steel. The case measures 32mm-33mm in diameter. It has been lightly polished in the past. Based on the movement number, we believe the watch was produced in the late 1980s to circa 1990. It is powered by a quartz movement.

It does not come with box or papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Heuer Autavia Jo Siffert Colors Manual Wind Reference 73463 Unpolished

This Heuer “Jo Siffert Colors” Autavia reference 73463 is a fantastic watch that is very similar to the reference 1163 famously worn by the automotive racer. It is in outstanding condition. The case appears to be unpolished. It features the manual-wind Valjoux 7734 movement.

This watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well. It has a contemporary Heuer buckle that is vintage inspired.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut 5167/1A-001 Unpolished Full Set w/ Bracelet

This Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference 5167/1A is a spectacular sports watch from the leading name in watchmaking. The case is in fantastic condition. It appears to be unpolished. It measures 40mm in diameter. The watch comes with the steel bracelet which it was born with and sold on. The strap and buckle are of course factory. It is in fantastic condition. It is powered by the calibre 26-330 S C.

This watch comes with box and papers. It comes from the original owner and was sold in 2022.

Rolex Stick Dial GMT-Master II Reference 16710 Full Set w/ RSC Papers

The GMT-Master originally was designed by Rolex in association with Pan Am for its pilots and remains one of the most iconic watches ever made by the company. The present watch is a GMT-Master II reference 16710 with the collectible “Stick Dial” variant. The has been polished. This watch is a Z serial dating to circa 2006-2007. It was sold in 2007. It is powered by the calibre 3186 movement instead of the traditional 16710 with calibre 3185! Rolex only made the 16710 with a 3186 for about a year with the final production batch, and a much smaller fraction had both the stick dial and upgraded movement which is fascinating history within the GMT-Master II.

The watch comes with box and papers. It comes with Rolex Service Center papers dating to 2022.

To learn more about the Rolex GMT-Master you can watch the ‘Reference Points: Understanding The Rolex GMT-Master' video and the corresponding article I produced.

Universal Genève Polerouter De Luxe 10234-3 in 18K Unpolished

This is an incredible Universal Genève Polerouter De Luxe reference 10234-3. The 18K yellow gold case appears unpolished, It measures 36mm in diameter by 43mm lug to lug. The dial is an incredible gilt example with the gold exterior. It is non-luminous and extremely elegant on the wrist.

It comes with a box and does not come with papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Girard-Perregaux Submarine 2800 Chronograph Unpolished

This is a very cool and uncommon Girard-Perregaux chronograph. The case measures 38mm in diameter. The case has been polished. The dial is very attractive. The case back is engraved with a special commemoration of 25 years of service dating to 1972.

It comes with a box and does not come with papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

OMEGA Broad Arrow Speedmaster Reference 2915-2 w/ Extract

The Speedmaster is one of the most iconic and important watches ever made. This particular example is an OMEGA Speedmaster reference 2915-2 with the highly collectible “Broad Arrow” hands. The case has been lightly polished. It an aftermarket “Base 1000” bezel. The lume on the dial and hands appear to be original and is in good shape for these early examples. The watch measures 39mm in diameter.

To learn more about the OMEGA Speedmaster, you can watch my ‘Reference Points: Understanding The OMEGA Speedmaster’ video and read the corresponding article.

This watch does not come with original box and papers. It comes with the Extract From The Archives. The watch dates to October 17, 1958 and was sold in Austria. The watch was recently serviced and is running well.

OMEGA Railmaster Reference 2914-2 SC

This OMEGA Ralimaster reference 2914-2 SC is an awesome watch. It has very beautiful lume. The case has been polished. The case measures 38mm by 47mm lug to lug. The watch dates to circa 1956 with a 15M movement number. It features the Naiad crown, and is paired on a 7077 OMEGA bracelet with double stretch links. One end link is aftermarket.

This watch does not come with box and papers. The watch was recently serviced and is running well.

OMEGA Seamaster 300 Reference 2913-2 SC w/ Box

This is a really spectacular OMEGA Seamaster 300 reference CK 2913. The case is lightly polished. The lume is very attractive. The watch dates to circa 1959. It is paired on what appears to be the original bracelet dating to 2nd quarter of 1959. It features the Naiad crown, and is paired on a 7077 OMEGA bracelet with double stretch links. It features the very rare and original early count down bezel.

The watch does not come with and papers. It does come with the original box which is very rare. The watch was recently serviced and is running well.

Tavannes Rectangular Chronograph Unpolished

This is a super cool rectangular chronograph model from the 1930s made by Tavannes. These watches are extremely cool chronographs and similar models to the Rolex reference 3529. Finding rectangular chronographs from this era is very uncommon and these are very special for those that love the history of chronograph wristwatches.

The case appears to be unpolished. It measures 27mm in diameter (34mm lug to lug). It is paired on a modern Private Eyes bracelet.

This watch does not come with original box and papers. The watch was recently serviced and is running well.

Parker Rectangular Chronograph Unpolished

This is a super cool rectangular chronograph model from the 1930s made by Parker. These watches are extremely cool chronographs and similar models to the Rolex reference 3529. Finding rectangular chronographs from this era is very uncommon and these are very special for those that love the history of chronograph wristwatches. It features a very cool hooded lug design.

The case appears to be unpolished. It measures 26mm in diameter (34mm lug to lug). It is paired on a modern Private Eyes bracelet.

This watch does not come with original box and papers. The watch was recently serviced and is running well.

Mathey-Tissot Rectangular Chronograph Unpolished

This is a super cool rectangular chronograph model from the 1930s made by Mathey-Tissot. These watches are extremely cool chronographs and similar models to the Rolex reference 3529. Finding rectangular chronographs from this era is very uncommon and these are very special for those that love the history of chronograph wristwatches. It features a very cool hooded lug design.

The case appears to be unpolished. It measures 26mm in diameter (34mm lug to lug). It is paired on a modern Bamboo bracelet.

This watch does not come with original box and papers. The watch was recently serviced and is running well.

Abercrombie & Fitch by Movado Gilt Dial Sub-Sea Unpolished

This is an incredibly cool and uncommon Abercrombie & Fitch by Movado Sub-Sea model. These watches are some of the coolest 1950s watches and the gilt, retailer-signed dial is so amazing. There is an advertisement from the late 1950s featuring this model.

The case appears to be unpolished. It measures approximately 34 in diameter. It is paired on an incredible Hermes strap. I’ve never seen a nicer example.

This watch does not come with original box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Patek Philippe Nautilus 5740/1G-001 Unpolished Full Set

The Patek Philippe Nautilus is perhaps the most desired watch on the planet. The introduction of the model marked the first true sports watch from the manufacturer in 1976. Along with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, it ushered in the world of integrated sports watches which are adored by watch enthusiasts today. This particular model is a reference 5740/1G perpetual calendar. It features a beautiful blue dial variant. It is powered by the calibre 240 Q. The white gold case is unpolished. For those looking for an incredible complicated Nautilus, this is a fantastic choice! These are some of the best Patek Philippe watches being produced and they are certainly the most desired!

The watch comes with the original box and papers from the original owner. It includes the factory watch winder box also. It was sold in 2019. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Patek Philippe Aquanaut Reference 5168G-010 Unpolished Full Set

This Patek Philippe Aquanaut reference 5168G-010 is a spectacular complicated sports watch from the leading name in watchmaking. This version if the highly desirable khaki green model. The watch is powered by the 324 S C. The white gold case is in fantastic condition. The case is unpolished.

It includes an extra green strap.

This watch comes “full set” with box and papers from the original owner. It was purchased in 2020.

Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A-011 Full Set Unpolished

The Patek Philippe Nautilus is perhaps the most desired watch on the planet. The introduction of the model marked the first true sports watch from the manufacturer in 1976. Along with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, it ushered in the world of integrated stainless steel watches which are adored by watch enthusiasts today. This particular Nautilus reference 5711/1A-011 with white dial. The watch dates to 2019. The case is unpolished. It is an outstanding example.

The watch comes with the original box and papers. It comes from the original owner. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

TUDOR Submariner 7016/0 Unpolished

This TUDOR Submariner reference is an incredible example. The watch was made in circa 1970 with a 741,XXX serial. It is in excellent condition. The case appears to be unpolished. it is paired on a 9315 folded link bracelet with 380 end links which is correct. The luminous plots and hands are extremely attractive.

It does not with a box or papers. It was recently serviced and is running well. It recently passed a water resistance test of 5 bar.

Longines Super Solo

This Longines Super Solo is a very special timepiece dating to the 1930s. This very example is featured in the famous Longines Watches book by John Goldberger on page 52. The design is very attractive and an uncommon rectangular model for the era. The watch is powered by the calibre 9.32. The case has been lightly polished. It measures 20mm by 38mm.

The watch does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.

Lépine Pocket Watch in Yellow Gold

Jean Antoine Lépine is a prestigious watchmaker who founded the watchmaking company Lépine. Lépine was a watchmaker to royals. Lépine is also known for his influence on Abraham-Louis Breguet. These pocket watches are incredibly beautiful and among the best quality for the era. The dial has a fully decorated guilloché. The case measures approximately 41mm in diameter and appears unpolished. The case back is also fully decorated with a burlwood engine-turned guilloché

It does not come with box and papers. We do not know the service history, but it is running well.