Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Rolex received a number of orders for issued timepieces. These tool watches were often delivered to the military and displayed certain modified specifications. The Peruvian Air Force ordered a number of Daytona watches during this period for high ranking members of the military.

This reference 6263 is one such special issued watch. The case back is engraved "Fuerza Aérea del Perú", along with the three digit code ‘553’ which is very lightly engraved on the bottom of the case back. Most “FAP” three digit codes have been rubbed out with general wear, yet this one remains crisp. There is a small hole on the outer case back, near the ‘teeth’. This hole was used to secure the case back while Rolex stamped the markings. Most importantly, the inside case back is stamped with a repeated case back number, another sign of a special order watch.

This remarkable military watch is accompanied by its original guarantee and fitted presentation box. Considering that it was supposed to be worn daily under extremely harsh conditions, it’s surprising and remarkable that the original owner painstakingly kept all the original accessories. The overall case condition is quite astounding. Featuring original Mk 2 pushers and Mk 1 bezel, it displays sharp edges and satin finishes to the top of the lugs.