Rado - Conway - No reserve price - 3030210 - Men - 1970-1979

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This Rado Conway is a brilliant representation of 1970s watchmaking, showcasing the bold and imaginative design language that defined the era. Rado has long been celebrated for its distinctive aesthetic choices and robust engineering, and this timepiece is a perfect testament to that legacy. The true centerpiece of this watch is its incredibly intricate dial, featuring a mesmerizing repeating anchor motif that plays beautifully with the light. Combined with its substantial steel case and signature rotating anchor logo, this Conway offers collectors a highly expressive and visually captivating vintage experience. Brand: Rado Model: Conway Reference Number: 3030210 Movement: Automatic 17 Jewels Dial: Silver textured repeating anchor motif with applied faceted indices, exceptionally clean with minimal aging Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition with honest case wear and a remarkably preserved dial Dial and Hands The dial is an absolute standout, featuring a striking silver base decorated with a deeply stamped, repeating Rado anchor pattern that provides immense visual texture and depth. The layout is anchored by oversized, highly faceted applied block indices at the six, nine, and twelve o'clock positions, paired with standard baton markers for the remaining hours. At the twelve o'clock position sits Rado’s signature rotating red anchor logo, a beloved mechanical novelty of the brand. A sharply framed date aperture is positioned at three o'clock. The black painted baton hands and central sweeping seconds hand offer excellent contrast against the bright dial. Under high magnification, the hands exhibit honest, age-consistent surface oxidation and minor texture, while the dial itself remains exceptionally clean, free of significant moisture damage, spotting, or discoloration. Case and Crystal The 37 millimeter stainless steel tonneau case embodies the robust, architectural styling of its decade. The case features a distinctive hooded lug profile with brushed upper surfaces that transition into polished flanks. The watch displays honest signs of wear, including hairline scratches and minor handling marks consistent with regular vintage use, yet it retains solid overall geometry without overly softened edges. The original Rado anchor-signed crown is present and well-defined. The domed acrylic crystal is clear and free of major distracting blemishes, offering an unobstructed view of the intricate dial. The screw-down caseback is sharply engraved with the Rado water seahorse medallion and the reference numerals. Movement Powering this Conway is a Swiss-made automatic movement, clearly marked with 17 jewels. The rotor is handsomely finished and signed with "RADO CONWAY SWISS 403" in gold-toned lettering. The movement presents cleanly, with the balance and escapement components showing good visual health. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher results reflect an impressive -3 to -5 seconds per day with strong amplitude. Strap The watch is fitted with a its original stainless steel folded-link bracelet that complements the tonneau case perfectly. The bracelet shows normal stretch and surface wear consistent with the case. The folding clasp is proudly stamped with the Rado anchor logo, securing the watch comfortably to the wrist. Condition This timepiece is presented in good vintage condition. The stainless steel case and bracelet show normal, honest wear with scattered superficial scratches and scuffs, but no severe impacts. The highly detailed textured dial is remarkably well-preserved, standing as the aesthetic highlight of the watch. The hands show moderate aging visible under close inspection, entirely appropriate for a piece of this vintage. Dimensions The watch measures 37 mm in diameter excluding the crown. Remarks Finding a Rado Conway with this specific repeating anchor dial configuration in such clean condition is a rare treat. The combination of the complex dial texture, the oversized faceted markers, and the signature rotating logo makes this a highly charismatic addition to any vintage collection. History Founded in Lengnau, Switzerland, Rado initially operated as the Schlup and Co. movement factory before launching watches under the Rado name in the 1950s. By the 1960s and 1970s, the brand had firmly established its identity as an aesthetic pioneer, frequently experimenting with unconventional case shapes, dynamic dial textures, and eventually scratch-resistant materials. The Conway line perfectly captures the adventurous spirit of Rado during the 1970s, offering robust mechanical reliability wrapped in an unmistakably confident design. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RCX-0032