Rado Alpineum K315197 (1970-1979)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This Rado Alpineum delivers classic 70s Rado styling, anchored by a striking grey sunburst dial and a distinctive integrated stainless steel case. Retaining its original signed bracelet and a clean automatic movement, it offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a highly original, well-preserved piece of mid-century Swiss design. Brand: Rado Model: Alpineum Reference Number: K315197 Movement: Automatic caliber 2824, 25 jewels Dial: Grey sunburst with applied indices and anchor logo Case Size: 36mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -65-68s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The watch features a striking grey sunburst dial in exceptionally clean, well-preserved condition, displaying a strong sunburst effect. The applied Rado anchor logo and indices remain crisp, while the printed text for Rado, Alpineum, and Swiss Made is perfectly intact and sharp. No significant spotting, staining, or damage is visible across the dial surface. The calendar function stands out with its distinctive red numerals. The baton hands are fitted with luminous inserts that match the lume material on the dial indices perfectly. These hands appear beautifully preserved with minimal oxidation. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features an integrated design without a separate bezel component, showcasing brushed and polished surfaces. It displays honest wear consistent with age, retaining good overall form. Moderate scratches and scuffs are visible on the polished bezel area and the case flanks. The edges remain reasonably defined but show expected signs of wear. The caseback bears light scratches alongside clear, legible engravings. The crown is signed with the Rado anchor logo, with its knurling intact and showing only light wear. A flat crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with some light surface scratches visible under certain lighting angles, but free from any major chips or cracks. Movement Inside the watch is a Rado signed automatic movement based on the reliable caliber 2824, featuring 25 jewels. The movement appears very clean with no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy oxidation. The rotor is decorated and clearly signed, while the screws and plates look remarkably well-preserved. Timegrapher: -65-68s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel bracelet featuring folded links. The bracelet shows moderate stretch and surface scratches consistent with normal use, presenting an authentic vintage character. The clasp is correctly signed with the Rado anchor logo and the Rado name. It accommodates a maximum wrist size of 18cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally clean and well-preserved. The stainless steel case and original bracelet show honest, moderate wear, including typical surface scratches and scuffs on the polished flanks and bracelet links, along with normal stretch to the folded links. The crystal exhibits light surface scratches but remains highly legible. Dimensions The case size is 36mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Alpineum stands out for its incredibly clean grey sunburst dial and its highly original configuration. The presence of the original signed bracelet and the distinctive integrated case geometry make it a highly appealing example of 1970s design. History During the 1970s, Rado established a strong design language characterized by integrated bracelets, robust automatic movements, and striking dial configurations. The Alpineum model reflects this era perfectly, utilizing dependable mechanical architecture while delivering a bold, unified aesthetic characteristic of mid-century Swiss timepieces. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-AKX-0006