Rado Voyager GT 11814/1GT (1970-1979)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This classic 1970s Rado design is defined by its striking silver sunburst dial and distinctive vertical day and date display positioned at 6 o'clock. Complete with the brand's signature rotating anchor logo, this Voyager GT presents a recognizable and compelling configuration from a highly creative era of watchmaking. Brand: Rado Model: Voyager GT Reference Number: 11814/1GT Movement: Automatic Caliber 2789, 25 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with vertical day and date Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel and Gold-tone Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -42-44s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The dial is a wonderfully clean and well-preserved focal point of this timepiece, featuring a brilliant silver sunburst finish in excellent condition. Applied gold-tone indices are detailed with black and white accents, adding depth and contrast to the display. At 12 o'clock sits the signature rotating Rado anchor logo, while a distinctive vertical day and date window, displayed in English, anchors the dial at 6 o'clock. There is no significant spotting, staining, or damage visible across the surface. The matching gold-tone baton hands share the black and white inserts of the indices, accompanied by a sweep second hand. The handset remains in excellent condition, with a clean finish showing no obvious oxidation or corrosion. Case and Crystal The stainless steel and gold-tone cushion case displays honest wear, featuring brushed top surfaces and polished flanks. Light scratches and handling marks consistent with age and normal wear are present, though the case edges remain reasonably defined. The gold-tone fixed bezel shows light surface scratches and minor wear. On the side of the case, the gold-tone crown is signed with the Rado anchor logo and exhibits some wear with minor plating loss. The flat crystal is clear and well-preserved, with no major scratches, chips, or crazing visible. Movement Inside is an automatic mechanical movement, marked with the Rado signature and noting 25 jewels. The movement features gold-colored plates and a matching rotor, maintaining a clean appearance with no obvious corrosion, oxidation, or staining visible. Caliber 2789 is stamped near the balance wheel. Timegrapher: -42-44s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring an alligator pattern and contrast yellow stitching. The strap shows light wear and creasing from normal use. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well-preserved, presenting a clean sunburst finish free of significant wear. The stainless steel and gold-tone cushion case shows honest wear, with light scratches and handling marks appropriate for its age. The fixed gold-tone bezel and signed crown exhibit minor surface wear and plating loss. Supported by the timegrapher results, the movement is running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 36 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Voyager GT offers a highly engaging visual presence on the wrist. The combination of the vertical day and date display, the rotating anchor logo, and the beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial make this a superb example of 1970s Rado design. History During the 1970s, Rado established a distinct design language characterized by bold case geometries and innovative dial layouts. The Voyager line represented a robust and reliable offering within the brand's catalog, often utilizing dependable Swiss automatic calibers like the ETA 2789, which was among the early movements to feature a quickset day and date function. The rotating anchor logo became a hallmark of Rado's automatic timepieces, serving as both a dynamic visual element and a symbol of the brand's mechanical engineering. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-VGX-0003