1969 UK Top Replica Rolex Paul Newman Daytona Ref. 6263 Mk 1.75 Panda Dial
On Tuesday, when Jacek from Tropical Watch posted a blurred out wristshot to his Instagram of what was clearly a Paul Newman best replica Rolex Daytona, I knew it had to be a crazy example. It takes a special watch to get someone like him excited enough to tease us like this. A day later, the watch was properly posted for sale and everything became clear – for sale is one of the best Paul Newmans you will ever see.
The panda Paul Newman reference 6263 is considered by many, including collectors like Ben Clymer, to be a perfect thing. That may seem like a vague description, but when you talk to enough cheap super clone watches people, you begin to understand that even the most universally loved watches have “flaws.” Comments like “yeah but I wish the case was a bit thinner” are commonplace. When it comes to something like a white-dialed 6263 Newman, there are no holes to poke.
Universally the ultimate Newman, the ref. 6263 stands out as the final iteration of the manually-wound UK high quality replica Rolex Daytona generation with an updated Valjoux 72-based movement, screw-down pushers, and a black bezel. Aesthetically, collectors have always been drawn to these later Newman dials as they are devoid of red accents, hence the panda nickname.
The example for sale here checks all the boxes. The case is strong with light wear, the dial is overall clean with all the right patina and a slight tropical note to the outer track, and the parts are original. Jacek should get props for noting the last sale of this watch at Christie’s Geneva in May of 2022, as many dealers would not. I remember viewing the UK perfect copy watches then and would never forget that dial, but being clear that this watch previously sold publicly isn’t a detractor – it is a plus.
Check out the full listing over on Tropical Watch. The price is a big number for a watch. If you’re with me and not want to pay that large money for, I found this cool old luxury fake Rolex on website as a consolation prize.