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shirazi_r · 17 November 2011, 07:07 PM

I've been bitten by the vintage bug and now the 6263 is on my radar. Problem is, I haven't been able to have a look at one in person so I'm feeling a bit apprehensive.

My biggest concern is perhaps the size. I've seen the watch referenced as 37-38mm but I'm wondering how it wears in relation to it's modern counterparts.

Just for reference, I've been wearing a 42mm Omega Planet Ocean and an Audemars Piguet Diver for the last little while.

Thanks in advance :)

eparisini · 17 November 2011, 09:15 PM

1) buy and study the book http://www.hoepli.it/libro/rolex-day...6001644931.asp

2) go to a well reputated reseller and look at as many 6263 as you can... only experiece dreives you on the right way...

3) ask to someone more experienced to go with you to buy yours Grail

Good Luck

MonBK · 17 November 2011, 09:19 PM

You really need to try it on to make sure you're comfortable with the size.

Wouldn't surprise me if you find it wears too small.

Welcome to the forum.

johnbeth · 17 November 2011, 09:22 PM

Both excellent advise!

I will add be patient!

Yazo · 18 November 2011, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by johnbeth

Both excellent advise!

I will add be patient!

definitely... took me over a year to find the right 6263!

cruvon · 18 November 2011, 10:14 AM

Well, you will surely have to try it out especially if you plan on wearing it often and size is a big issue for you. Offcourse there are the vintage DRSD's and subs at 40mm if you must go bigger:).

shirazi_r · 18 November 2011, 10:39 AM

Thanks for the warm welcome and the advice chaps!

I've been in touch with my mate (who happens to be a dealer of vintage watches) and he hasn't had a 6263 in for a while now, so I've been struggling to find one to try on.

I've heard that (despite being larger) it wears a trifle smaller than a modern Datejust. I think it was that statement that's got me a little worried.

skyedog · 18 November 2011, 11:37 AM

Patient is the hardest!

Andad · 18 November 2011, 05:57 PM

I have tried on a few 6263's over the years and didn't think they wore much differently to my modern one.

17 November 2011, 07:07 PM	#1
shirazi_r "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 2	6263 - Should I Go For It? I've been bitten by the vintage bug and now the 6263 is on my radar. Problem is, I haven't been able to have a look at one in person so I'm feeling a bit apprehensive. My biggest concern is perhaps the size. I've seen the watch referenced as 37-38mm but I'm wondering how it wears in relation to it's modern counterparts. Just for reference, I've been wearing a 42mm Omega Planet Ocean and an Audemars Piguet Diver for the last little while. Thanks in advance :)

17 November 2011, 09:15 PM	#2
eparisini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Emanuele Location: Italy Watch: 6263 FAP Posts: 795	1) buy and study the book http://www.hoepli.it/libro/rolex-day...6001644931.asp 2) go to a well reputated reseller and look at as many 6263 as you can... only experiece dreives you on the right way... 3) ask to someone more experienced to go with you to buy yours Grail Good Luck __________________ EAT, DRINK AND BE MAUI

18 November 2011, 10:14 AM	#6
cruvon "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Australia Posts: 4,687	Well, you will surely have to try it out especially if you plan on wearing it often and size is a big issue for you. Offcourse there are the vintage DRSD's and subs at 40mm if you must go bigger:). __________________ Last thing I remember, I was Running outta sight I had to find the passage back,To the place I was before. ’Relax,’ said this Rolex place,We are programmed to receive. You can checkout any time you like, But you can never leave!

18 November 2011, 05:57 PM	#9
Andad 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Real Name: Eddie Location: Australia Watch: A few. Posts: 36,791	I have tried on a few 6263's over the years and didn't think they wore much differently to my modern one. __________________ E

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17 November 2011, 09:19 PM	#3
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,281	You really need to try it on to make sure you're comfortable with the size. Wouldn't surprise me if you find it wears too small. Welcome to the forum.

17 November 2011, 09:22 PM	#4
johnbeth "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: John Location: Australia Watch: Depends on mood. Posts: 9,536	Both excellent advise! I will add be patient!

18 November 2011, 10:39 AM	#7
shirazi_r "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Toronto Posts: 2	Thanks for the warm welcome and the advice chaps! I've been in touch with my mate (who happens to be a dealer of vintage watches) and he hasn't had a 6263 in for a while now, so I've been struggling to find one to try on. I've heard that (despite being larger) it wears a trifle smaller than a modern Datejust. I think it was that statement that's got me a little worried.

18 November 2011, 11:37 AM	#8
skyedog "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Joey Location: around the Bay Watch: ing TRF Posts: 1,942	Patient is the hardest!

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