Vintage Daytona 6239 in question

[Brian7708]

I have followed the board for info for the past few years, but need some help on this one. I have bought 2 rolexes from this establishment here in Atl but i worry about this potential purchase. I really wanted some of your thoughts on this if I take the plunge:

http://www.swisswatchexpo.com/watche...teel-6239-9301

Concern #1: they state the year is a 1962, but the serial number puts it at a 1967. They ought to know this, but they don't have papers

Concern #2: the dial shouldn't say Daytona on a 1967. Am I correct? So I'm worried about the value going forward if it's not an original dial

Concern #3: the bezel. Just like the dial, it doesn't appear to be original. Is it going to be very hard to resell? (assuming I could ever part with such an amazing timepiece)

Concern #4: could i ever find a good matching stainless oyster bracelet? For under $5K?

Just wanted to see what you pros thought

[marcello pisani]

the very best .. I don't see any red flag as :
1) dial is 100 % genuine but in my opinion is too early for a case in the 1.59 range ( produced around the middle of 1967 )
I would prefer to see a dial with the " large DAYTONA " ( see last pic for comparison ) ;
2) bezel is a genuine ( and rare ) mk1 for 6263/6240 not certainly the pristine for a 6239 ;
3) case and reference numbers between the lugs are correct and consistent to this batch of 6239 in the 1.59 range ;
4) movement and back look ok and pristine.
maybe next time it's better to check the watch before purchase .

[Brian7708]

Originally Posted by marcello pisani

check the watch before purchase .

Thank you very much. I haven't bought anything yet but this makes me feel a bit more confident I might be getting something worth the money