Rado - World Travel - Senza prezzo di riserva - 345602 - Uomo - 1960-1969

Presentato all'asta da Second Vintage This Rado World Travel is a captivating example of mid-century Swiss watchmaking, showcasing the brand's penchant for distinctive design and mechanical ambition. During an era when watchmakers were competing to increase jewel counts for prestige and reduced friction, Rado introduced this impressive 57-jewel automatic caliber. Combined with the brand's signature kinetic anchor logo and a robust waterproof-style case, this timepiece represents a fascinating chapter in vintage horology, offering collectors a piece with both visual character and significant mechanical interest. Brand: Rado Model: World Travel Reference Number: 345602 Movement: Automatic, 57 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied faceted indices, showing scattered spotting and visible age-related patina Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-plated with stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition with characterful dial patina and a well-preserved case Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial features a classic mid-century layout with applied gold-tone faceted hour markers accented by black inserts. At twelve o'clock, the signature Rado rotating anchor sits against a vibrant red background, adding a touch of dynamic kinetic charm to the display. The date aperture at three o'clock features a beveled frame and displays striking red numerals. A careful visual inspection reveals clear signs of its vintage journey, with scattered spotting, surface oxidation, and noticeable age-related patina visible across the sunburst finish, particularly concentrated near the outer edges and around the indices. The broad gold-tone dauphine hands show matching oxidation and aging, complementing the overall honest vintage aesthetic of the piece. Case and Crystal The 34mm gold-plated case presents a refined profile with gently sweeping lugs and a smooth polished bezel. The gold-tone finish remains largely intact, showing honest handling marks, light surface scratches, and minor wear along the lug edges consistent with regular use over the decades. The original signed crown features the Rado anchor emblem in sharp relief. The stainless steel screw-down caseback is deeply engraved with the iconic Rado twin seahorse logo and "Water-Sealed" text, remaining crisp and highly legible. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal, a classic vintage form, providing a clear view of the dial while showing some light surface wear. Movement Powering this timepiece is an impressive 57-jewel automatic movement, a hallmark of Rado's mid-century technical ambition. The gold-tone rotor is proudly signed "RADO WORLD TRAVEL FIFTYSEVEN 57 JEWELS SWISS." The movement presents cleanly with its rich golden finish and intricate mechanical architecture fully visible when the caseback is removed. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. The timegrapher displays a result of +33 to +37 seconds per day. Strap The watch is paired with a vintage-style black leather strap featuring a textured reptilian pattern and striking yellow contrast stitching, perfectly complementing the gold tones of the case and dial. It is secured with a classic gold-tone pin buckle. Condition This Rado World Travel is presented in good vintage condition. The case retains its fundamental geometry with normal signs of wear, while the dial displays prominent, even spotting and patina that speaks to its age and history. The high-jewel movement remains a standout feature, running capably for a watch of its era. Dimensions Case Size: 34 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks A fascinating example of Rado's mid-century push into high-jewel automatic movements, this World Travel combines the brand's signature design elements with an impressive mechanical heart. The red date numerals and moving anchor provide delightful pops of color against the aged silver dial. History Rado has long been celebrated for its distinctive approach to watchmaking, often pushing the boundaries of materials and design. In the 1950s and 1960s, the brand introduced several iconic lines, including the World Travel series, which often featured robust cases and high-jewel automatic movements designed for reliability and prestige. The integration of the rotating anchor logo became a beloved hallmark of the brand's automatic watches, symbolizing the kinetic energy that powered them and serving as a quick visual indicator of an automatic caliber within. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RWT-0010