Rado - Green Gazelle - No reserve price - 11984 - Men - 1970-1979

Presented for auction by Second Vintage A classic example of Rado's bold 1970s design language, this Green Gazelle showcases the distinctively angular geometry that defined an era of adventurous watchmaking. Featuring a striking faceted bezel and a vibrant vertically brushed silver dial, this timepiece retains its true character, complete with the signature rotating anchor logo and original signed bracelet. Brand: Rado Model: Green Gazelle Reference Number: 11984 Serial Number: 3411652 Movement: Automatic, caliber 2789 Dial: Vertically brushed silver with applied indices Case Size: 33mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -49-53s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The vertically brushed silver dial is exceptionally clean and vibrant, presenting in excellent condition. Applied indices feature black inserts that remain intact and well-preserved. At twelve o'clock, the signature rotating Rado anchor logo functions exactly as intended, while the lower half of the dial displays a crisp and colorful Green Gazelle emblem. A date window at three o'clock provides a striking contrast with its red numeral. The baton hands match the dial furniture perfectly, featuring black inserts and minimal signs of oxidation across their clean surface finish. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features an angular lug profile paired perfectly with a distinctive faceted steel bezel. The case exhibits noticeable surface scratches and scuffs throughout, consistent with regular wear, yet the edges remain reasonably defined to maintain the original geometric silhouette. The bezel shows moderate scratches and edge wear that match the honest character of the case. A signed crown featuring the Rado anchor logo shows light surface wear but retains clear definition. The flat crystal presents minor surface scratches visible under direct light, remaining generally clear and highly legible. Movement Inside rests a gold-tone automatic movement, engraved with the Rado signature and indicating 25 jewels alongside the 2789 caliber designation. The movement is visually clean, with well-preserved bridges and a clean rotor, showing no obvious signs of corrosion or moisture damage. The timegrapher records a rate of -49-53s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed folded-link stainless steel bracelet, completed by a signed Rado clasp featuring the anchor logo. The bracelet shows moderate surface scratches and typical stretch for its age, wearing comfortably and accommodating a maximum wrist fit of 19 cm. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are remarkably well-preserved, standing out as the visual highlight of the timepiece. The stainless steel case, faceted bezel, and original bracelet display honest wear, with noticeable scratches and scuffs that reflect regular use over the decades without compromising the distinct 1970s profile. Dimensions The case measures 33mm excluding the crown. Remarks This Green Gazelle offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a highly distinctive vintage Rado. The combination of the faceted case geometry, the exceptionally clean brushed dial, and the presence of the original signed bracelet makes this a compelling addition for any enthusiast of 1970s design. History During the 1970s, Rado established a formidable reputation for producing watches with unconventional case shapes, faceted components, and highly stylized dials. The Green Gazelle line represents this era perfectly, utilizing reliable Swiss automatic calibers such as the 2789 to ensure mechanical dependability behind the avant-garde aesthetics. The signature rotating anchor logo on the dial became a hallmark of Rado's automatic watches, serving both as a clever visual indicator of the winding mechanism and a memorable branding element that remains highly appreciated by vintage collectors today. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-GGX-0003