Launched in 1969, references 6263 and 6265 replaced the first Oyster Cosmograph model 6240. The current example is considered a second generation 6265, as its serial number falls within the range of 3 million and roughly 4.3 million.

It has been asserted that since as early as 1960, the Peruvian Air Force commissioned Rolex with a supply of watches for their high-ranking officials and personnel. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona models given to them were delivered with engravings on the outside of their casebacks reading "Fuerza Aérea del Perú". Unlike the consumer versions of these watches, those designed for the Peruvian Air Force not only had the serial number engraved in-between the lugs at 12 o’clock, but also inside the caseback along with the reference number – consistent with other “issued” Rolex watches of the era.

This 6265 comes correctly equipped with the newer-style steel pushers, often referred to by collectors as Mark II, with ridges that are more triangular and wider than its predecessor. As we can assume these watches were used and worn often by the recipients in military environments, the present example is preserved in overall excellent condition, making it a worthy example for the discerning Daytona collector.