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Lot Essay
The family of Dato Compax triple calendar chronographs is among the most complex vintage watch lines made by Rolex. It is also one of the lines of watches from the crowned house produced in fewer pieces. Scholars estimate that the total production of reference 6236, the present version, to be little more than 250 pieces, over a period 5 years: from 1958 to 1962. This is an incredibly low number for Rolex, which boasted at the time an annual production of already several thousand watches. The sporty appeal of this chronograph, distinguished by the iconic tonneau-shaped case, merges with the complexity and practicality of the triple calendar complication. The result is an everlasting classic which rose in the hearts of collectors so much that is nowadays the among the most sought-after Rolex vintage chronograph.
These watches are linked to a legendary personality: Jean-Claude Killy. Olympic skier and man of extremely refined taste, the name of Mr. Killy has been associated with Rolex for 40 years since he became an official Rolex Ambassador and began serving on the Rolex Board of Directors.
Uniting rarity, history and mechanical complexity, the present timepiece is a rare opportunity for the discerning collector of unique watches to add this legendary model to his or her collection.
These watches are linked to a legendary personality: Jean-Claude Killy. Olympic skier and man of extremely refined taste, the name of Mr. Killy has been associated with Rolex for 40 years since he became an official Rolex Ambassador and began serving on the Rolex Board of Directors.
Uniting rarity, history and mechanical complexity, the present timepiece is a rare opportunity for the discerning collector of unique watches to add this legendary model to his or her collection.