Reference 6034 was only the second Oyster cased chronograph to be manufactured by Rolex during the earlier half of 1950s. It was furthermore the first of the highly coveted series of chronograph models beginning with the 6000 reference numbers and the ancestor of the famous Daytona. Most of these chronographs were cased in stainless steel or 18k yellow gold with a small series in 14k gold, often with various dial configurations. One of the most attractive configurations of the steel model featured both a colorful red and blue tachymeter and telemeter scales respectively.

The present example features a blue telemeter scale and a black tachometer scale both indicated in miles. It remains in pleasing and original overall condition with a superbly aged dial having taken a warm vanilla-toned hue that further enhances the vintage appeal of this watch. With an elegant 36mm diameter, this watch sets out Rolex’s original blueprint of a sports chronograph that will soon become an icon.