Rolex Oyster Chronograph, Ref 6234 in Stainless steel, Circa 1960

Stainless Steel Rolex Ref 6234 Chronograph made in 1960 Manufacturer:;Case No: 688785 ;Material: Stainless steel; Calibre,: Manual, cal. 72B, 17 jewels; Bracelet,/Strap: Leather; Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel pin buckle; Dimensions: 36mm. Diameter; signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed; Launched in 1955, reference 6234 is better known as the 'Godfather' of Daytonas whose case shape it inspired. In production for a very short time, Rolex ceased production in 1961 and replaced it with the reference 6238. During this period reference 6234 was made in a variety of case metals and dials ranging from those with a matte or lacquer finish, to various subsidiary register sizes, and even contrasting tachometer/telemeter colour combinations. These variations were used to gauge the market’s tastes for chronograph wristwatches.; Nevertheless, one feature the dials did have in common was a blue tachymeter scale on the outer track, and a telemeter scale printed in the inner track.; The present lot is part of the last models made before production ceased.