The Paul Newman Daytona, a trophy watch to vintage watch connoisseurs can be easily noticeable for its exotic dial that is distinguished by the art deco styled fonts and lollipop hashmark. However, at the t.mes when it was first released it was not as popular as it is today. The Paul Newman Daytona such as the present model only first became sought after as Italian collects ors started noticing Mr. Paul Newman himself wearing the watch in magazines and pictures, hence its nickname.

Although there are a number of Daytonas from the period that is referred to as the Paul Newman, the present watch reference 6263 “Panda Paul Newman” featuring an acrylic bezel and screw down crown that would enhance the visual appearance and athletic ambiance of the watch in comparison to similar models such as 6239 and 6265, is one of the most desired and beautiful examples ever made.

The present watch is a terrific example with a striking "Mark II" dial based on the configuration and print of the Rolex signature. The dial is very clean and complete with all luminous plots. All lumes react well under UV and the dial is in very well preserved condition overall. The numbers between the lugs are very crisp, the bracelet is stamped for the third quarter of 72 and the insert and pushers are also from the same period. Consigned by an important collects or, this Panda is a great example in very crisp, appealing and original condition.