Rado - Silver Horse - No reserve price - 06751163 - Men - 1960-1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage The Rado Silver Horse stands as a testament to the brand's mid-century design prowess, blending elegant dress watch proportions with distinctive, recognizable branding. With its signature rotating anchor and twin seahorse motifs, this timepiece captures the charm and character of 1960s watchmaking, offering collectors a highly wearable and visually engaging vintage experience. Brand: Rado Model: Silver Horse Serial Number: 06751163 Movement: Automatic, 25 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices, red date, showing light patina and oxidation on hands Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition with honest wear and attractive aging Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial features applied faceted baton indices with black center inserts, providing excellent legibility and a refined aesthetic. A framed date aperture at the 3 o'clock position displays the date in striking red typography. The dial is proudly signed with the iconic free-spinning Rado anchor logo below 12 o'clock and an applied twin seahorse emblem above 6 o'clock. The dial surface exhibits a light, even dusting of patina and minor spotting consistent with its age. The classic Dauphine-style hands display visible oxidation and aging, contributing to the authentic, untouched vintage character of the watch. Case and Crystal The 35mm stainless steel case features a timeless profile with gently curving lugs and a smooth polished bezel. The case and bezel display honest signs of wear, including superficial scratches and handling marks accumulated over decades of use, while retaining their fundamental geometry. The original signed crown is present, bearing the Rado anchor emblem. The screw-down caseback is a particular highlight, featuring a deeply stamped Rado Water-Sealed twin seahorse medallion that remains remarkably crisp and well-defined, along with the clearly visible serial number. The crystal protects the dial and remains in highly presentable condition. Movement Powering this timepiece is a robust Rado-signed automatic movement. The gold-plated caliber features 25 jewels and is visually well-preserved, with the Rado name and anchor logo cleanly engraved on the oscillating weight. The movement components display a bright finish, maintaining the mechanical authenticity of the era. Strap The watch is presented on its original stainless steel beads-of-rice bracelet that drapes comfortably on the wrist. The bracelet is secured by a folding clasp that is deeply and attractively engraved with the Rado twin seahorse logo, completing the cohesive vintage aesthetic. Condition This timepiece is in good vintage condition. It shows normal, honest wear expected from a watch of this era. The dial and hands present an attractive, age-consistent patina that appeals to collectors seeking originality. The case remains well-defined, and the deeply engraved caseback medallion is wonderfully preserved. Dimensions Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Wrist Size: Accommodates up to 18 cm Remarks The Silver Horse is a quintessential representation of Rado's mid-century catalog, offering a perfect blend of elegant design and quirky brand signatures. The combination of the red date wheel, the rotating anchor, and the comfortable beads-of-rice bracelet makes this a versatile and charming addition to any vintage collection. History Originating as Schlup & Co. in 1917, the company transitioned to the Rado brand name in the 1950s, quickly establishing a reputation for durable and distinctively designed timepieces. The "Horse" series, encompassing the Green, Purple, and Silver Horse lines, became highly successful in the 1960s. These models were celebrated for their reliable automatic movements, robust water-resistant cases, and the unique, dynamic branding elements that remain beloved by vintage watch enthusiasts today. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RSH-0003