Vintage Rolex “Pre-Daytona” Oyster Chronograph 6034

Watch Details
Brand: Rolex
Model: Daytona
Model Number: 6034
Year: Circa 1950
Condition: Vintage
Gender: Men’s
Box & Papers: No Box or Papers
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Crystal: Acrylic
Case Size: 36mm
Bezel: Stainless Steel Smooth
Dial: White with Index Hour Markers, Index Hands & Luminous Lume
Movement: Manual, Caliber Valjoux 72
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Type: Oyster Rivet
Clasp: Oysterclasp
Serial: 692XXX

Vintage Watch Condition Examination
This Rolex chronograph, reference 6034, is in excellent vintage condition, showcasing the watch’s natural wear over time. The stainless steel case appears unpolished, preserving its integrity. The smooth bezel displays light wear but remains sharp. The interior caseback is stamped with “6034,” and both the reference and serial numbers are clear and visible. The white dial has developed a charming patina, giving it a warm, vintage look. The lume has darkened and aged to a beige hue, with some slight degradation on the dial’s lume plots. The hands also show patina, with a slight loss of lume material. The watch is paired with a C&I USA stainless steel Oyster Rivet bracelet, featuring 11 links. The bracelet shows some wear, including a bit of stretch, and appears to have been rebuilt with closed rivets. It also comes with a brown leather strap and a stainless steel Rolex buckle for an alternative wear option.

Description: Rolex Daytona 6034
Introduced around 1950, the Rolex Daytona reference 6034 pre-dates the famous 6239 model and is part of the lineage that led to the iconic Daytona chronographs. Produced until 1961, this model is often recognized for its sleek design and connection to Rolex’s development of the chronograph line. The 6034 was available in various materials, including stainless steel, 14k, and 18k gold.

This particular example features a unique dial with the inscription “BROCK & CO.,” the name of a prestigious jewelry store known as the “Tiffany of the West.” Brock & Co. was founded in Los Angeles in 1903 and became renowned for its fine jewelry and watches. Retailer-signed Rolex models are rare, and those bearing the Brock & Co. signature are even more uncommon, making this piece an exceptional find. Additionally, the movement is stamped with “ROW,” the Rolex U.S. import code, confirming its sale through a U.S. retailer.

Retailer-signed watches have seen a resurgence in popularity among collectors, and this vintage Rolex Daytona with the Brock & Co. signature offers a unique opportunity to own a rare and highly collectible timepiece.