Rado - Golden Horse - No reserve price - 633.3649.2 - Men - 1970

Presented for auction by Second Vintage The Rado Golden Horse stands as a testament to mid-century Swiss watchmaking, perfectly balancing dress elegance with robust daily-wear capabilities. Recognized instantly by its iconic rotating anchor logo and dual seahorse emblem, this model captures the golden era of Rado's distinctive design language. Featuring a captivating silver sunburst dial paired with an intricate beads-of-rice bracelet, this timepiece offers a highly distinguished wrist presence that appeals to seasoned collectors of vintage Swiss automatics. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Reference Number: 633.3649.2 Serial Number: 36843785 Movement: 17-Jewel Swiss Automatic Dial: Silver sunburst with applied faceted indices and red anchor logo, exceptionally clean condition Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated stainless steel Production Year: 1970 Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and a remarkably preserved dial Dial and Hands The dial of this Golden Horse is a visual delight, featuring a brilliant silver sunburst finish that catches the light beautifully from every angle. It is exceptionally well-preserved, remaining entirely free of moisture spots, staining, or print loss. The applied gold-tone indices are faceted and feature a striking black central stripe, providing excellent contrast and legibility. At the twelve o'clock position sits Rado's signature rotating anchor logo set against a deep red background, while the iconic dual seahorse emblem and Golden Horse script are proudly displayed above the six o'clock marker. A sharp, framed date window rests at three o'clock. The gold-tone dauphine hands match the indices perfectly and exhibit a clean, well-aged appearance. Case and Crystal The 35 millimeter case is crafted from gold-plated stainless steel and features classic sweeping lugs that provide a comfortable fit on the wrist. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, offering a warm vintage profile. As expected with a gold-plated watch of this era, the case shows honest signs of daily wear. There is visible plating loss along the lower edge of the bezel near the six o'clock position, as well as general surface scratches and softening of the case flanks. The stainless steel screw-down caseback remains in excellent shape, featuring a deep and crisp engraving of the Rado Water-Sealed seahorse medallion alongside clearly legible reference and serial numbers. The crown features a fluted design for easy winding and setting. Movement Powering this timepiece is a Swiss-made 17-jewel automatic movement. The mechanism is clean and well-maintained, featuring a brightly finished Rado signed rotor. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher results indicate a performance of +12 to +13 seconds per day with strong amplitude. Strap The watch is fitted with its original two-tone stainless steel and gold-tone beads-of-rice bracelet. The intricate link design offers exceptional flexibility and comfort. The original stainless steel folding clasp is clearly signed with Rado in gold-tone lettering and fastens securely. The bracelet will accommodate a wrist size of up to 18 centimeters. Condition This timepiece is presented in good vintage condition. The dial and hands are in stunning, near-mint condition, serving as the visual focal point of the watch. The case exhibits fair vintage wear, with localized plating loss and handling marks consistent with regular use over the decades. The movement is remarkably clean and running with excellent precision. Dimensions The case measures 35 millimeters in diameter excluding the crown. The included bracelet is sized to accommodate a maximum wrist circumference of 18 centimeters. Remarks This Rado Golden Horse is a highly charismatic vintage piece that offers a lot of character in a very wearable size. The combination of the pristine sunburst dial, the dynamic anchor logo, and the incredibly comfortable beads-of-rice bracelet makes it a standout addition to any vintage collection. History Introduced in 1957, the Golden Horse was a pivotal collection for Rado, marking one of the brand's earliest concerted efforts to market highly water-resistant automatic watches. The seahorse emblem was chosen specifically to symbolize this aquatic durability. Over the decades, the Golden Horse line became a cornerstone of Rado's catalog, celebrated particularly in Asian markets for its reliability, distinct styling, and the recognizable rotating anchor that signified an automatic movement within. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RGH-0065