Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6265 18k gold
Catalog example: Rolex 6265 18k gold. Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. Photo source: windvintage.com

Daytona reference

Rolex 6265

18k gold

18k goldCollector notes

The metal-bezel counterpart to the 6263, retaining screw-down pushers and manual-wind calibre 727. The bezel is the clearest distinction between the two references. This catalog entry records dial: 18k gold.

Dealer range
$140,000 to $275,000
Auction range
$134,000 to $180,000
Evidence
3 source links

A closer look

Notable examples

Explore the dial, bezel and case details through distinct examples, each linked to its original source.

Compare Rolex 6265 configurations

Same-reference variants appear first, followed by nearby configurations in the same model family. These are catalog comparisons, not matched sales. Blank specifications remain unrecorded rather than inferred from neighboring references.

Recorded specifications by configuration
Reference / configurationDialEvidence links
6265 · 18k gold18k gold0 reference; 0 price
6265 · 14k gold14k gold0 reference; 0 price
6265 · Big EyesBig Eyes0 reference; 0 price
6265 · Big RedBig Red0 reference; 0 price
6265 · BlackBlack0 reference; 0 price
6265 · Floating Big RedFloating Big Red0 reference; 0 price

Questions to identify this configuration

  • Dial: 18k gold. Ask which reference document or item-specific photograph supports this recorded detail, and whether the offered watch differs.
  • Request clear reference and serial markings, a service history and disclosure of replaced components. Compare those documents with the exact configuration above before treating another example as equivalent.

Reference sources and price evidence

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Collector Notes

Christie's Nov 2024 178,376 and 133,782; Christie's NY Dec 2024 163,800. Six live 2026 dealer asks push the ceiling well past the old 205,000

Pricing Ranges

Dealer range
$140,000 to $275,000
Auction range
$134,000 to $180,000
Basis
3 auction 2024, 6 dealer
Links

Reference Details

Reference
6265
Collection
Daytona
Family
Daytona
Dial
18k gold
Data
Comparable-driven
Photo set
3 images
Workbook source
Daytona row 65

Reference Photos

Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6265 18k gold, photo 1
Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. windvintage.com
Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6265 18k gold, photo 2
Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. amsterdamvintagewatches.com
Catalog example attributed to Rolex 6265 18k gold, photo 3
Sourced example; exact configuration not independently verified. bobswatches.com

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Ref. 6265

1971–1988

The metal-bezel counterpart to the 6263, retaining screw-down pushers and manual-wind calibre 727. The bezel is the clearest distinction between the two references.

Image Sources