Rado Golden Horse 49940918 (1960-1969)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic vintage Rado with a stunningly preserved dial. This Golden Horse stands out through its exceptionally clean champagne sunburst face, complete with crisp applied indices and the brand's signature seahorse emblem, paired with an attractive grid-pattern engraved movement rotor. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Reference Number: 49940918 Movement: Automatic, caliber 2797 Dial: Champagne sunburst with applied indices and crisp logos Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone with stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +24+26s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The champagne sunburst dial is exceptionally well-preserved, displaying a strong finish and remaining very clean with minimal signs of aging. The applied indices and the distinctive Rado seahorse logo are crisp and bright, providing excellent contrast. All printed text is fully intact, and the date window frame is clean. The Dauphine hands are similarly clean and bright, showing minimal oxidation or spotting, perfectly matching the dial's excellent condition. Case and Crystal The 35mm gold-tone case retains honest wear consistent with age, maintaining a good overall shape. It shows moderate surface scratches and handling wear, with some plating wear visible on the lug edges and case flanks. The smooth gold-tone bezel exhibits light scratches and minor wear. The stainless steel caseback features clear engravings and shows light scratches. Signed with the Rado anchor logo, the gold-tone crown displays light wear to the knurling. The domed acrylic crystal shows light surface scratches, while the internal cyclops magnifier over the date remains clear. Movement Powering the watch is the automatic caliber 2797. The movement appears generally clean with some light surface marks and no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or damage. The rotor features a highly distinct and attractive grid pattern engraving, adding excellent visual character to the caliber. Clear engravings note 25 jewels and Swiss origin. The timegrapher records +24+26s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a dark brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap shows moderate creasing and wear from use, presenting as a worn but serviceable complement to the vintage case. Condition Good vintage condition. The exceptionally well-preserved dial and bright hands stand out beautifully against the aged case. The gold-tone case shows moderate surface scratches, handling wear, and visible plating loss on the lug edges and flanks, yet retains good overall geometry. The crystal and bezel show light scratches, and the leather strap exhibits moderate wear. Supported by the timegrapher results, the movement is running strong and steady. Dimensions Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Remarks A classic vintage Rado with a stunningly preserved dial. The exceptionally clean champagne sunburst finish, the signed anchor crown, and the attractive grid-pattern engraved movement rotor make this Golden Horse a compelling find for enthusiasts of mid-century design. History Introduced in the mid-century era, the Golden Horse line became one of Rado's most recognized and successful collections. Known for its distinct styling and the signature seahorse logo, the model helped establish Rado's reputation for producing robust and distinctive automatic wristwatches. This 1960s example represents the classic era of the brand, offering a handsome aesthetic that remains appreciated by collectors of vintage Swiss timepieces today. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-GHX-0032