Rolex Daytona “Paul Newman” 6263
In the 1960s and 70s, Rolex’s “exotic” Daytona dials (with Art Deco numerals and contrasting sub-dial tracks) sold so poorly that dealers discounted them. Then Paul Newman was photographed wearing one, and decades later collectors made the name a legend. Newman’s own 6239 sold at auction in 2017 for $17.8 million. The 6263 combines the exotic dial with screw-down pushers and a black acrylic bezel.
Who it’s for
Advanced vintage collectors working with specialist dealers and auction houses.
Buying tips
- Redials and assembled watches are the biggest risk. Authenticity of the dial, case, pushers and movement must be checked by recognized vintage experts.
- Condition, provenance and dial variant (“panda”, black, rare “Oyster Sotto”) change value by multiples.
- Auction results from Phillips, Christie’s and Sotheby’s are the primary price data here.
| Brand | Rolex |
|---|---|
| Reference | 6263 (exotic "Paul Newman" dial) |
| Case size | 37 mm |
| Case material | Stainless steel (gold versions exist) |
| Movement | Hand-wound chronograph, Rolex calibre 727 (Valjoux 72 base) |
| Water resistance | 50 m (screw-down pushers) |
| Crystal | Acrylic |
| Production | About 1970 – 1987 (model) |
| Typical market price | around $300,000 (estimate; see tracked prices) |
Rolex Daytona “Paul Newman” 6263 price history
How we measure: eBay figures are the median of matching US listings after removing accessories, parts and statistical outliers. "Asking" means listed prices; "sold" means completed sales. Retailer prices are spot checks. Prices change constantly; confirm on the retailer's site.
