Rolex Chronograph "Pre-Daytona" 6238 Silver Dial 1960s when it was first presented

when it was first presented as a handy alternative to the steel bracelets of the now classic divers’ watches

- Serial 296xxxx dating to 1972

It is a rare sight to see a white gold Day-Date with wood dial and this example is in stunning condition with white gold details on the dial including the coronet

The bracelet is in good condition and would fit a wrist size up to 17

the 5504 retains the full 36mm case size

Rolex Chronograph "Pre-Daytona" 6238 Silver Dial 1960s when it was first presentedRolex reference 6238, produced between 1962 and 1968, is often dubbed the Pre Daytona. This transitional model bridged the gap between Rolexs earlier chronographslike references 6034 and 6234and what would ultimately become the iconic Daytona line up, first launched with reference 6239 in 1963. Over its six year production run, it's estimated that only around 2,000 to 2,500 examples were made, in both stainless steel and goldmaking the 6238 a rare and