Rado - Companion - No reserve price - 603.3185.2 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A quintessential 1970s Rado Companion featuring a beautifully textured vertically brushed champagne dial and a distinctive faceted case design. Brand: Rado Model: Companion Reference Number: 603.3185.2 Serial Number: 6021364 Movement: Automatic, 17 jewels Dial: Champagne with vertical brushing and applied indices Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -22-25s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The champagne dial is highly attractive and well-preserved, featuring distinct vertical brushing that catches the light beautifully. It is detailed with an applied Rado anchor logo against a red background and applied faceted indices with black inserts. The printed text remains crisp and intact. While minor dust particles are visible under macro inspection, the dial presents exceptionally clean overall. The baton hands feature black central stripes and display visible oxidation and tarnishing on their metal surfaces, showing expected age-related character that contrasts with the clean dial. The luminous plots remain intact but exhibit age-appropriate darkening. Case and Crystal The faceted gold-tone case design retains its original geometric lines, displaying honest wear consistent with age. There are noticeable surface scratches and scuffs throughout, alongside plating wear and tarnishing visible on the sharp edges and lug corners. The signed crown bears the Rado anchor logo and shows corresponding plating wear on its fluted edges. The stainless steel caseback is well preserved, retaining clear engravings. A slightly raised flat acrylic crystal with a beveled edge protects the dial, remaining generally clear with minor surface scratches. Movement The 17-jewel automatic movement presents a clean overall appearance with no obvious signs of corrosion. It features a gold-tone rotor finished with engine turning and engraved with "RADO", "17 JEWELS SWISS", and "R 5". The plates and bridges appear well preserved. The timegrapher records a rate of -22-25s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring yellow contrast stitching. It appears lightly used with minimal creasing and complements the warm tones of the dial nicely. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is excellently preserved with striking texture, while the hands show natural oxidation. The gold-tone case exhibits noticeable surface scratches, scuffs, and visible plating loss on the sharp edges, lugs, and crown, yet retains its bold faceted shape. The crystal has minor scratches, and the movement is remarkably clean. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Rado Companion is notable for its highly attractive brushed dial and classic 1970s faceted case geometry. The combination of its clean automatic movement and honest aesthetic wear makes it an appealing vintage timepiece with distinct character. History The Companion is a well-known vintage Rado model from the 1970s, recognized for its expressive design language and reliable automatic movements. During this era, Rado embraced bold case shapes, textured dials, and distinctive applied markers, establishing a unique aesthetic that remains highly recognizable today. The Companion series represents this period of Swiss watchmaking, offering robust performance alongside the signature rotating anchor logo that has become synonymous with the brand's mechanical heritage. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-CXX-0012