Rado - Golden Horse AS Caliber 1789 - No reserve price - 11675 - Men - 1960-1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage The Rado Golden Horse stands as a quintessential mid-century dress watch, celebrated for its distinctive branding and robust Swiss engineering. This classic timepiece perfectly captures the charm of 1960s horology, featuring the brand's signature rotating anchor logo and twin seahorse motifs. With its elegant proportions and high-jewel automatic caliber, this Golden Horse offers collectors an authentic slice of Rado's rich heritage, presented with an honest and highly charismatic vintage aesthetic. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Reference Number: 11675 Movement: Automatic, AS Caliber 1789, 30 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst dial with applied indices, showing visible age-related spotting and patina Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and attractive character Dial and Hands The silver dial features a classic sunburst finish that plays beautifully with the light. It is adorned with applied, faceted hour indices featuring black central ridges that enhance legibility. At 12 o'clock, the iconic applied Rado anchor logo sits against a striking red-pink background, while the signature silver-tone twin seahorses are applied above the 6 o'clock position. A framed date aperture at 3 o'clock displays the date in a vibrant red typography. The dauphine hands exhibit age-consistent oxidation and patina. The dial surface itself shows clear, honest vintage character with visible spotting, minor surface marks, and an even distribution of patina that speaks to its decades of history, providing a truly authentic collector's aesthetic without compromising readability. Case and Crystal The 35mm stainless steel case features a classic mid-century profile with gently sweeping lugs and a polished bezel. The case displays normal signs of wear, including superficial scratches, handling marks, and softened lug chamfers consistent with age and careful use over the decades. The winding crown is correctly signed with the Rado anchor emblem. On the reverse, the screw-down stainless steel caseback is deeply stamped with the iconic Rado twin seahorse medallion, "Water-Sealed" script, reference 11675, and corresponding patent numbers. The engravings remain highly legible despite typical vintage wear. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal that presents clearly, offering a distortion-free view of the dial beneath. Movement Inside beats a 30-jewel automatic movement, based on the reliable Swiss AS Caliber 1789. The movement is handsomely finished, highlighted by a gold-tone rotor proudly engraved with "RADO 30 JEWELS" and the brand's anchor logo. Close visual inspection reveals the AS shield and 1789 caliber stamp clearly visible beneath the balance wheel. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. The timegrapher results indicate a performance of -20 to -27 seconds per day. Strap The watch is paired with a period-correct brown leather strap featuring a classic embossed crocodile grain and tonal stitching. It is secured with a standard stainless steel tang buckle, complementing the vintage presence of the timepiece beautifully. Condition This Rado is in good vintage condition overall. The case retains strong visual appeal with expected surface wear and minor scratches throughout. The dial shows clear and honest signs of aging, including noticeable spotting and an even patina, which provide an authentic vintage presence rather than detracting from its charm. The hands show matching oxidation. The caseback engravings remain sharp and deeply defined, and the movement is clean and fully operational. Dimensions Case size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Golden Horse is a delightful representation of Rado's mid-century watchmaking, offering distinctive branding elements like the free-spinning anchor and seahorse motifs that collectors adore. Its honest, unpolished aesthetic and robust high-jewel movement make it an appealing and highly wearable choice for enthusiasts of classic Swiss horology. History Introduced in the late 1950s, the Golden Horse was one of Rado's earliest breakthrough models, establishing the brand's reputation for durable, water-resistant automatic watches. The introduction of the rotating anchor logo, which cleverly indicated when the watch needed servicing if it stopped spinning, alongside the seahorse caseback medallion, became enduring symbols of Rado's commitment to quality and distinct design. The Golden Horse remains a significant pillar in the brand's rich heritage, representing a golden era of mechanical watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RGH-0017