Rado - Schilithorn - No reserve price - 72060914 - Men - 1970-1979

Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This striking Rado Schilithorn immediately commands attention with its distinctive grey dial, featuring a unique horizontal wavy brushed texture. Complemented by its original integrated stainless steel bracelet and the signature red background Rado anchor logo, this 1970s timepiece presents a highly attractive configuration for collectors of vintage Swiss design. Brand: Rado Model: Schilithorn Reference Number: 72060914 Movement: Automatic ETA 2824 base caliber Dial: Grey with a horizontal wavy brushed texture and applied faceted indices Case Size: 35mm (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 highly attractive grey dial is preserved in excellent condition, defined by a distinctive horizontal wavy brushed texture that plays beautifully with the light. Applied faceted indices provide strong visual depth alongside the signature red background Rado anchor logo. The dial printing remains entirely clean with no significant degradation. The steel hands feature a black central stripe and luminous tips, showing visible oxidation and aging on the metal surfaces. The luminous material displays an age-appropriate darkening, presenting original hands that show expected vintage patina. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features an integrated design without a distinct separate bezel, presenting brushed top surfaces and polished bevels. The case exhibits moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with its age, offering honest vintage wear with preserved original geometry. The edges remain relatively well-defined despite the wear. The domed acrylic crystal shows light surface scratches visible under direct light, though it remains free of major cracks or chips. On the side of the case, the well-preserved crown features defined fluting and is correctly signed with the Rado anchor logo. Movement Inside the case beats a reliable ETA 2824 base caliber. The movement is generally clean with minor signs of age and handling, featuring a Rado signed rotor. Engravings across the caliber read RADO, 25 JEWELS, 2824, and SWISS. The timegrapher records a rate of +40+42s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel link bracelet, completing the authentic 1970s integrated aesthetic. The bracelet secures with a signed Rado clasp featuring the anchor logo. It exhibits moderate scratches and wear consistent with age, presenting an original integrated bracelet with honest wear. The bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist fit of 18cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial stands out in excellent preservation, showcasing its clean printing and attractive texture. The stainless steel case and original integrated bracelet display honest wear, with moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with age. The hands show visible oxidation, and the acrylic crystal bears light surface scratches. Timegrapher testing indicates +40+42s/day, running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 35mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Schilithorn stands out primarily for its beautifully preserved wavy textured dial, which offers incredible visual depth. The presence of its original signed integrated bracelet and signed anchor crown completes the authentic 1970s package, making it a compelling choice for enthusiasts of distinctive vintage Rado designs. History During the 1970s, Rado established a strong reputation for producing robust timepieces with highly distinctive visual characteristics. The Schilithorn is a sought-after vintage Rado model from this era, notable for its unique dial textures and integrated case designs that defined the decade. Powered by reliable ETA calibers, these watches reflect Rado's confident approach to styling and robust mechanical performance during a highly creative period in Swiss watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-SXX-0013