1065 – Intentional hack ?

[CaveDweller]

One thing I’ve noticed since getting this 6605, is that although it is a non-hacking 1065 movement, if you’re careful, it is possible to freeze the second hand. Simply pull the crown out all the way, wind the hands round to where you want them, then turn the crown back just a fraction. The second hand stops in place. When you’re ready to release it, turn the crown forwards (or back) once more, and it runs as expected

I have often wondered if this was intentional by Rolex, or just an accidental quirk of the movement

The watch itself is an early Datejust, circa 1957. 18k, roulette date wheel