Rado Golden Horse Sport 11743 (1960-1969)

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This Rado Golden Horse Sport showcases classic vintage Rado styling, distinguished by its fluted bezel and striking red date display. Driven by a 30-jewel automatic movement, this timepiece presents a recognizable mid-century aesthetic, offering honest character and a heavily patinated dial that reflects its decades of wear. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Sport Reference Number: 11743 Movement: Automatic, 30 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices and red date display Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Fair vintage condition. Movement serviced on 29 June 2026. Timegrapher: -10-12s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial is heavily patinated, featuring significant localized dark staining and discoloration covering the left side between the seven and eleven o'clock positions. It displays applied faceted indices, the applied Rado anchor logo, and the signature seahorse emblem. A striking red date numeral display sits at three o'clock, accompanied by some minor spotting and edge wear across the surface. The silver-tone dauphine hands and sweep center seconds hand are aged, showing visible oxidation and spotting. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case is presented with a polished finish and retains a generally defined lug shape. It displays honest vintage wear, with moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with age. The fluted bezel shows some tarnish and wear in the recesses, though its edges remain reasonably defined. A signed Rado 'R' crown shows moderate surface wear and scratches. On the reverse, the caseback features the classic Rado seahorse medallion and patent numbers. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, exhibiting some light surface scratches but no major cracks or chips. Movement Inside is an automatic movement equipped with a gold-tone rotor, bearing the engravings RADO and 30 JEWELS. The caliber presents a generally clean appearance with some light surface marks on the rotor and no severe corrosion visible. Verified research indicates that Reference 11743 is powered by the Rado-signed Caliber 1700/01. The timegrapher records a rate of -10-12s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 29 June 2026. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It appears lightly used with minor creasing. Condition Fair vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 29 June 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. Visually, the watch displays significant honest wear. The dial is heavily patinated with prominent localized dark staining on the left side, and the hands exhibit visible oxidation. The stainless steel case shows moderate scratches and handling marks, while the fluted bezel displays tarnish in its recesses. The domed acrylic crystal bears light surface scratches. Dimensions 36 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Golden Horse Sport offers classic mid-century styling with its fluted bezel and red date display. It provides an opportunity to acquire a recognizable vintage Rado with strong mechanical performance following its recent service. History The Rado Golden Horse collection was introduced in 1957 and was one of the first collections to be marketed under the Rado brand name. Reference 11743 is powered by the Rado-signed Caliber 1700/01, an automatic movement featuring 30 jewels. 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-GHJ-0003