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Business man Howard Schultz spotted wearing Rolex

Howard Schultz, the American entrepreneur and former CEO of the famed Starbucks coffee chain, is known for his love of vintage watches. Among his prized possession is a vintage "Pre-Daytona" Rolex Cosmograph ref.6238, which is highly coveted by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

What sets this reference apart from others is that it was the last chronograph made by Rolex to feature a tachometer scale within the dial. This watch was produced a few years before the famous Daytona model and only around 3600 exemplars are believed to have been made, making it a highly desirable and rare piece.

The most desired versions of this watch are those with a black dial, also known as the "Dark Knight", a pulsometric scale, or those commissioned by the FAP (Fuerza Aerea del Perù), the Peruvian Air Force. The chronograph counters of this model are recessed, and they feature circular graining in the center and a smooth finish towards the outer part, similar to the famed "Musketeer" Paul Newman Daytonas.

All these unique features make the Pre-Daytona Rolex Cosmograph ref.6238 a must-have for Rolex collectors and enthusiasts. The current market price of this model stands at €140.000, making it a highly valued timepiece for any discerning collector.