Rolex Daytona

About this reference

The Rolex Daytona reference 6264 was produced for a brief period between approximately 1969 and 1972, serving as a transitional model between the pump-pusher and screw-down pusher eras. In 18k yellow gold, the reference is significantly rarer than its steel counterparts, with production estimates suggesting only a few hundred units were manufactured. It features a 37mm Oyster case, a black acrylic tachymeter bezel, and the manual-wind Caliber 727 movement. Collectors value this reference for its short production window and the specific combination of the vintage pump-pusher aesthetic with the upgraded high-beat movement. On the secondary market, 18k gold examples typically command prices in the mid-to-high six-figure range. A notable variant is the "Paul Newman" dial configuration, which achieved a record result for the reference when a "John Player Special" 6264 sold for over $1.5 million at auction.