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15 September 2008, 01:09 PM
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Unknown model Rolex
Im having trouble identifying my Rolex. It was given to me by my Grandfather in his will. He was an avid collector. The serial number is 7 digits and the first three begin with 104. Can anyone tell me the make and model and the possible value of it. Much appreciation
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15 September 2008, 01:23 PM
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Early Daytona 1960's?
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15 September 2008, 01:24 PM
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It would appear you have a pre-Daytona, or possibly a prototype. Someone with more knowledge than me will give you a good answer, as I don't consider myself any kind of an authority on the Daytona line. What I will say is it looks like a great piece.
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15 September 2008, 01:28 PM
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possible ref. 6238? Around 1964, perhaps?
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15 September 2008, 01:28 PM
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ive seen similar daytonas but they had daytona written in red on the face. "cosmograph" on the face of my watch is also something that i haven't seen
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15 September 2008, 01:29 PM
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Ah, ref. 6240
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15 September 2008, 01:34 PM
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That one had a black dial and doesnt have the push buttons. Rolex verified the serial number but they cant tell me the make or model
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15 September 2008, 01:40 PM
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pre-daytona?
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15 September 2008, 01:43 PM
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Looks very rare and very high in value!
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15 September 2008, 09:59 PM
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These are the answers I've got from TRF experts, some time ago.
http://www.rolexforums.com/showthrea...178#post411178 Hope it will help. BTW, my watch was exactly like yours. Wish I had it now!!!  
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15 September 2008, 10:19 PM
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Very easy to find out simply remove bracelet if a genuine watch will have the mod ref number between lugs at the 12 O'Clock position.The 6239 & 6241 have non screw down pushers,later 1965 6240 Oyster Cosmograph with screw down and now with the calibre 722,quite a short run the 6240 around 4 years.Then changed slightly late 1969/70 to the 6263/5 main difference now uses the Cal 727, and slightly thicker min hand.And some very rare now had the daytona in black as well as the normal red
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15 September 2008, 10:36 PM
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You have a treasure there my friend, in more ways than one! Wow, what a nice gift! Hope to hear you keep and enjoy it.
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15 September 2008, 10:37 PM
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CONGRATS!!! You're A Lucky Guy!!! 
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16 September 2008, 12:40 AM
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Cheers. It is an heirloom.
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16 September 2008, 08:30 AM
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any idea on the value?
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16 September 2008, 08:34 AM
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would it help to identify it if the serial number is 7 digits long and the first three begin with 107? I called Rolex in New york and they told me that I had to bring it to New york for them to tell me
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16 September 2008, 08:35 AM
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Naw... it's worthless.... I'll give you 50 bucks for it though... cause I'm such a nice guy....  I don't have an idea on value, but it sure is a nice timepiece. I'd reccomend taking it to the RSC in Beverly Hills, they might be able to give you some info on it and while you'e there, get it serviced and keep it for yourself; it's a beautiful watch.
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16 September 2008, 08:55 AM
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Until someone with knowledge comes along, just know that it is worth MANY THOUSANDS of dollars.
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18 September 2008, 04:51 AM
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Getting married so im not going to be able to keep it
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18 September 2008, 05:11 AM
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try the vintage rolex forum.
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18 September 2008, 05:13 AM
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18 September 2008, 05:15 AM
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Sorry to hear that. (not that your getting married) but that you don't believe you can keep it. I could never sell/trade/give away anything my grandfather left to me in a will.
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18 September 2008, 05:20 AM
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To me it looks like a 6239 but they use to have Daytona written in red over the
middle subdial. The value is more than you can guess I believe. Take it to a Rolex dealer and let them look at it and open it to make sure it´s real. There is plenty of fake ones out the so don´t start singing yet. Good luck. Jocke
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18 September 2008, 05:22 AM
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  I'm sorry but that is not cool. Can't keep an heirloom becaus of marriage? I'm calling the flag on this one.
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18 September 2008, 03:41 PM
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im keeping the 6239 he also gave me
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18 September 2008, 07:13 PM
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are you near the sherman oaks area?
if so I have a friend who can look at the watch and tell you if its 100% authentic and he can give you the value on it as well. he would even buy it if it all checks out. let me know and I will pm you his number. |
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18 September 2008, 07:18 PM
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is somebody taking the micky here or am i completely missing something.....
do tell marke |
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19 September 2008, 10:23 AM
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what do you mean?? |
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19 September 2008, 11:49 AM
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19 September 2008, 11:59 AM
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Just left the RSC in Beverly Hills. Verified its authentic and because its authentic and a ventage Rolex they will not touch or sevice it for insurance reasons. Wouldnt even tell me the make
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