Rado - Marco Polo - No reserve price - 11838 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic 1970s Rado Marco Polo featuring a distinctive 6 o'clock day-date display and a striking cushion case. This timepiece highlights the bold, geometric design language that defined the era, anchored by a beautifully textured dial and the brand's signature rotating logo. Brand: Rado Model: Marco Polo Reference Number: 11838 Movement: Automatic, 25 jewels Dial: Silver with vertical brushed finish, applied faceted square indices, and day-date display at 6 o'clock Case Size: 36mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -26-31s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The silver dial is well-preserved, featuring a pronounced vertical brushed finish that interacts beautifully with the light. It is detailed with applied faceted square indices and an unusual, highly characteristic day and date window positioned at 6 o'clock. The signature rotating Rado anchor logo sits prominently at 9 o'clock. The dial surface remains clean, with no significant spotting or damage visible. The matching baton hands feature black central stripes, presenting a clean finish with no visible oxidation or damage. Case and Crystal The cushion-shaped stainless steel case features a polished finish and an integrated bezel design. It displays honest wear consistent with age, showing moderate scratches and handling marks visible on the flanks and bezel area, though the case edges remain relatively well-defined. The watch retains its signed crown featuring the Rado anchor logo, which shows light wear on the knurling. The domed acrylic crystal exhibits some light surface scratches visible under direct light. Movement Inside is a 25-jewel automatic movement with a gold-tone finish, featuring crisp "RADO" and "SWISS" engravings. Visually, there is heavy spotting, discoloration, and corrosion visible across the entire rotor, though the underlying plates appear relatively clean by comparison. The timegrapher records a rate of -26-31s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a period correct stainless steel mesh bracelet that perfectly suits the 1970s aesthetic of the watch. The bracelet shows light wear consistent with the case, with no visible signature on the clasp, and will accommodate a maximum wrist size of up to 20cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are excellently preserved, providing a sharp and clean display. The polished cushion case presents honest wear with moderate scratching, and the movement's rotor shows heavy spotting and corrosion. The timegrapher confirms the watch is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Dimensions The case measures 36mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Rado Marco Polo is a highly characteristic example of 1970s styling. With its distinctive vertical brushed dial, unusual 6 o'clock calendar layout, and rotating anchor logo, it offers a strong vintage aesthetic and a compelling presence on the wrist. History The Rado Marco Polo is a recognized vintage model that encapsulates the brand's adventurous 1970s design approach. During this era, Rado became famous for its unconventional case shapes, distinctive dial layouts, and the iconic rotating anchor logo, creating highly individual mechanical timepieces for the global market. Today, these models are appreciated by collectors for their distinctive character and clear mid-century aesthetic identity. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-MPX-0004