Rado - Golden Horse - No reserve price - 11675 - Men - 1960-1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This Rado Golden Horse represents a compelling era of mid-century Swiss watchmaking, characterized by distinctive design elements and robust mechanical engineering. The Golden Horse line was a cornerstone of Rado's mid-century catalog, offering a blend of elegant aesthetics and reliable everyday performance. This particular example showcases a striking silver sunburst dial, the iconic rotating anchor logo, and a highly capable 30-jewel automatic movement, making it a highly attractive proposition for collectors seeking a quintessential vintage Rado. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Reference Number: 11675 Movement: Automatic 30 Jewels, Caliber AS 1789 Dial: Silver sunburst dial with applied faceted indices, showing light age-consistent patina and minor spotting Case Size: 35 mm Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and a beautifully preserved movement Dial and Hands The silver dial features a prominent sunburst texture that catches the light beautifully, radiating from the center. It is adorned with applied, faceted steel indices that provide a strong visual contrast. The dial exhibits honest, age-consistent patina, including some minor, scattered spotting and light surface wear visible under close inspection, which adds to its authentic vintage character without detracting from its overall legibility or charm. The iconic Rado rotating anchor logo is positioned below 12 o'clock, set within a purple background, while the applied twin seahorse "Golden Horse" emblem sits proudly above 6 o'clock. The date window at 3 o'clock features a silver-toned frame and displays alternating red numerals. The steel dauphine hands show light oxidation consistent with the age of the dial, maintaining their sharp, classic profile. Case and Crystal The 35mm stainless steel case presents a classic, elegant profile with sweeping lugs. The case exhibits normal signs of vintage wear, including light surface scratches and handling marks on the polished flanks and bezel, consistent with its age and use. The lug profiles remain well-defined, and the transition between the case surfaces is maintained. The original Rado-signed crown is present, showing clear branding and crisp knurling. The domed acrylic crystal is in good condition, offering a clear view of the dial beneath with only minor, superficial marks typical of vintage acrylic. The screw-down caseback features the deeply engraved Rado twin seahorse logo and "Water Sealed" text, remaining highly legible alongside the reference number 11675. Movement Powering this Golden Horse is a robust Rado-signed automatic movement, based on the reliable AS 1789 caliber. The movement features 30 jewels and is finished with a striking gold-toned rotor engraved with the Rado name and logo. The movement components appear clean and well-preserved, showing excellent mechanical health. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher records a deviation of +4 to +6 seconds per day with strong amplitude. Strap The watch is fitted with a contemporary black leather strap featuring contrasting white stitching, which complements the vintage aesthetic of the dial and case. The strap is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of wear, and is secured with a standard steel pin buckle. Condition This Rado Golden Horse is presented in good vintage condition. The case shows honest, age-appropriate wear with light scratches, while retaining its overall structural integrity and classic lines. The dial displays an attractive, even patina with minor spotting that confirms its vintage authenticity. The movement is remarkably clean and running with exceptional precision. Dimensions Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Golden Horse is a fantastic example of Rado's mid-century design language, combining the distinctive rotating anchor logo and twin seahorse emblems with a high-jewel automatic movement. Its well-preserved mechanical state and honest vintage aesthetic make it a versatile and historically interesting addition to any collection. History Introduced in the late 1950s, the Golden Horse was one of Rado's most successful and enduring model lines, helping to establish the brand's reputation for producing durable, water-resistant automatic watches. The introduction of the rotating anchor logo in 1962 became a defining characteristic of Rado's automatic models, serving as a clever visual indicator of the watch's mechanical nature. The Golden Horse series laid the groundwork for Rado's future innovations in materials and design, making these early models highly significant in the brand's history. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RGH-0012