Rado - Rising Star - No reserve price - 11804 - Men - 1970-1979

Presented for auction by Second Vintage A classic example of Rado's bold 1970s design language. This Rising Star features a distinctive cushion case, a striking silver sunburst dial with the signature rotating anchor logo, and a decorated caseback bearing the Rado seahorse medallion. Brand: Rado Model: Rising Star Reference Number: 11804 Serial Number: G 35401121 Movement: Automatic caliber AS 1858 Dial: Silver sunburst finish with applied block indices and red date display Case Size: 36mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -40-42s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial is excellently preserved, presenting a clean and striking vintage appearance. Applied block indices with black inserts remain completely intact, complementing the crisp and legible dial printing. A vibrant red date display sits neatly at three o'clock, balancing the signature rotating Rado anchor logo with its red background at twelve o'clock. The original baton hands feature black inserts and display visible age-related oxidation and spotting on their metal surfaces. The sweeping seconds hand shows minor wear, consistent with the age of the timepiece. Case and Crystal The stainless steel cushion-shaped case features a brushed front surface contrasting with polished flanks. It displays honest wear consistent with age, including moderate scratches and scuffs visible throughout, particularly across the brushed front. The case edges show some softening indicative of wear and possible past polishing. The crown is signed with the Rado anchor logo and exhibits moderate wear to its knurling and polished surface. The caseback is decorated with the classic Rado seahorse medallion. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, showing light surface scratches and scuffs visible under direct lighting. The bezel design is smoothly integrated into the case geometry. Movement Inside beats the gold-tone automatic caliber AS 1858, featuring 25 jewels. The rotor is handsomely signed with the Rado name and anchor logo, while the caliber number is clearly stamped under the balance wheel. The movement appears clean with no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy wear. -40-42s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a complementary black leather strap featuring an alligator pattern and white contrast stitching. It appears in very good condition with minimal wear, pairing nicely with the cushion case design. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is wonderfully preserved, retaining its bright sunburst finish and intact applied markers, while the hands show expected oxidation and spotting. The case exhibits honest wear with moderate scratches and some edge softening from use and possible past polishing. The domed acrylic crystal has light surface marks. The automatic movement is visually clean and running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 36mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Rising Star offers a strong vintage presence on the wrist. The bold cushion geometry, the highly recognizable rotating anchor logo, and the striking red date display make it a characterful addition to any collection of 1970s mechanical watches. History Rado firmly established its reputation in the mid-twentieth century through highly distinctive case shapes and innovative material choices. During the 1970s, the brand leaned heavily into bold geometry and colorful accents, reflecting the design ethos of the era. The Rising Star is a recognized vintage Rado model, typical of their distinctive styling from this period. Powered by the robust AS 1858 caliber and featuring the brand's famous rotating anchor logo, it represents an engaging era of Swiss watchmaking where creativity and mechanical reliability walked hand in hand. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RSX-0030