Rado Golden Horse 633.3673.2 (1980-1989)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This Rado Golden Horse delivers a classic vintage design, distinguished by its honest, well-worn character and heavily patinated dial. Retaining its original two-tone beads-of-rice bracelet and featuring the brand's distinctive seahorse and anchor logos, this watch offers a compelling configuration for the dedicated collector. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Reference Number: 633.3673.2 Serial Number: 055247 Movement: Automatic ETA 2824-2 Dial: Heavily patinated with significant spotting and oxidized gold-tone markers Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1980s Condition: Fair vintage condition. Movement serviced on 12 September 2026. Timegrapher: -10-12/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents a heavily patinated character with significant spotting and staining across its entire surface. Its gold-tone applied indices show visible oxidation and some debris accumulation, while the printed text remains fully legible despite the surface degradation. The gold-tone dauphine hands exhibit visible oxidation and spotting, their surface finish naturally dulled by age. Case and Crystal The case displays honest wear with visible plating loss, particularly evident on the lug edges and case flanks. Visible scratches and handling marks are present throughout the gold-tone surfaces. The gold-tone bezel shows corresponding scratches and plating wear along its edges. The unsigned crown exhibits visible surface wear and smoothed knurling. Turning the watch over, the stainless steel caseback shows moderate scratching. The domed acrylic crystal remains in good condition, with light surface scratches visible under direct light but no major cracks or deep chips. Movement Inside is the automatic ETA 2824-2 caliber, featuring 25 jewels and a Rado-signed rotor. The movement appears generally clean, with the caliber marking clearly visible under the balance wheel. The timegrapher records a rate of -10-12/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The movement was serviced on 12 September 2026. Strap The watch is fitted with its original signed two-tone beads-of-rice style bracelet. Presenting as worn but structurally sound, the bracelet shows moderate scratches on the clasp and links, alongside some plating wear on the gold-tone center links. The clasp is clearly signed Rado, and the bracelet accommodates a maximum wrist size of 18.5cm. Condition Fair vintage condition. The movement was serviced on 12 September 2026 and, supported by the recorded timegrapher result, is performing very strongly. The dial is heavily patinated with significant spotting across the surface, and the hands and indices show corresponding oxidation. The gold-tone case and bezel exhibit honest wear, including visible scratches, handling marks, and plating wear along the edges and flanks. The original signed bracelet shares this wear, with scratches and plating loss on the center links. The domed acrylic crystal shows only light surface scratches. Dimensions The case measures 35mm in diameter (excluding the crown) with a lug-to-lug distance of 42mm. Remarks This Rado Golden Horse presents a classic vintage configuration with its distinctive beads-of-rice bracelet and recognizable dial layout. Driven by a highly capable ETA 2824-2 automatic movement, it offers an honest, well-worn aesthetic for the vintage enthusiast. History The Rado Golden Horse line has long been recognized for its distinctive styling and robust construction. This reference 633.3673.2 from the 1980s features the classic seahorse and anchor motifs that define the collection. Powered by the reliable ETA 2824 automatic movement, this model represents a standard production example of Rado's mid-century design language carrying into a later decade, maintaining the brand's commitment to traditional mechanical watchmaking during a transitional era for the industry. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-GHX-0008