Rado - Green Horse - No reserve price - 11657 - Men - 1960-1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage Classic vintage Rado styling defines this charming Green Horse, distinguished by its exceptionally well-preserved silver sunburst dial and distinctive red date display. Featuring the signature rotating anchor logo and the classic seahorse caseback medallion, this timepiece offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire an honest and highly attractive example from the 1960s. Brand: Rado Model: Rado Green Horse 28416 Reference Number: 11657 Movement: Automatic, caliber 1700/01, 30 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices and red date display Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -34s-40s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and attractive, remaining very well preserved. The printing is crisp and intact, complemented by bright applied indices with minimal oxidation. The dial features the distinctive red date display and the signature rotating anchor logo, which is present and intact. The dauphine style hands provide an aged character with visible patina; they show noticeable surface oxidation and spotting under macro inspection, though their shape remains intact without bending. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case presents honest vintage wear, with polished surfaces showing moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with age. The lugs retain generally good shape but show signs of previous polishing, and no major deep dents are visible. The smooth integrated bezel exhibits surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The reverse features the classic seahorse caseback medallion. The watch retains a Rado 'R' signed crown, which shows moderate wear to the knurling. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, displaying light surface scratches and scuffs typical of the material, with no major cracks or deep chips visible. Movement Inside beats the caliber 1700/01, a 30-jewel automatic movement. The movement appears generally clean, featuring a gold-plated rotor that shows some surface patina and minor wear. The caliber stamp 1700/01 is clearly visible near the balance wheel, alongside engravings for Rado, 30 Jewels, Green Horse, and Swiss. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady, recording -34s-40s/day on the timegrapher. Strap The watch is fitted with a period correct bracelet in a classic vintage beads of rice style. The bracelet shows moderate stretch and surface scratches consistent with the wear on the case. The clasp exterior is unsigned. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist size of up to 17.5cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch presents honest vintage wear throughout its exterior. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and attractive, while the dauphine hands display noticeable surface oxidation and spotting. The stainless steel case and smooth bezel exhibit moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with age, and the lugs show signs of previous polishing. The acrylic crystal bears light surface scuffs. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Dimensions 34 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Rado Green Horse is a highly charming vintage timepiece, highlighted by its remarkably clean silver sunburst dial and the vibrant touch of its red date display. Fitted on a classic beads of rice bracelet, it delivers an authentic 1960s aesthetic for the discerning collector. History Introduced in the late 1950s, the Green Horse was one of Rado's earliest and most successful model lines, helping to establish the brand's reputation for robust, reliable timepieces. Characterized by the twin seahorse caseback medallion and the signature rotating anchor logo on the dial, the Green Horse series became a key part of Rado's mid-century catalog. Powered by capable Swiss calibers, these watches reflect an era of confident, practical watchmaking, maintaining a dedicated following among vintage enthusiasts today. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RGH-0031