Rado President 636.3208.2 (1970-1979)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This classic vintage Rado President draws the eye through its distinctive 1970s TV-case styling and a striking vertically brushed gold-tone dial. Equipped with a reliable ETA 2836 automatic movement and featuring English day and date complications, the watch offers a strong visual presence and authentic period character for the collector. Brand: Rado Model: President Reference Number: 636.3208.2 Serial Number: 7872585 Movement: Automatic, ETA 2836, 17 Jewels Dial: Vertically brushed gold-tone Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone with stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -46-50s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The dial features a well-preserved vertically brushed gold-tone finish that presents a clean overall appearance with minimal signs of aging. Applied indices and the signature Rado anchor logo provide depth, complementing the T SWISS MADE T text at the bottom edge. The gold-tone hands, complete with black inserts, display honest wear, showing minor oxidation and spotting visible under magnification. Case and Crystal The 1970s TV-case styling utilizes an integrated design without a distinct separate bezel, allowing the geometry to stand out. The gold-tone finish shows worn character, with plating wear visible on the edges and flanks, accompanied by moderate scratches and scuffs throughout. The signed crown features the Rado anchor logo and exhibits plating wear consistent with the case. A flat crystal protects the dial, showing minor surface scratches visible at certain angles, while the stainless steel caseback remains in good condition. Movement Powering the watch is a self-winding ETA caliber 2836, featuring a clean gold-plated finish and an intact rotor. The movement displays engravings reading RADO, 17 JEWELS SWISS, and 2836, with no visible corrosion or significant scratches. -46-50s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. It displays a casual character with light wear. Condition Good vintage condition. The well-preserved dial retains a clean appearance, while the hands show minor oxidation and spotting under close inspection. The gold-tone case presents worn character, reflecting its age through moderate scratches, scuffs, and visible plating loss along the edges and flanks. The signed crown shares this plating wear, and the flat crystal bears minor surface scratches. Dimensions 37 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Rado President offers a distinctive vertically brushed gold-tone dial housed in a classic 1970s TV-case. Driven by the reliable ETA 2836 automatic movement, it represents an honest and visually engaging vintage timepiece. History The Rado President line reflects the bold design language of the 1970s, often utilizing distinct case geometries alongside reliable Swiss calibers. In Rado's eight-digit reference number system of the era, the first three digits indicate the movement caliber. The 636 in this model's reference corresponds to the automatic ETA 2836, which provides both day and date complications. This structured framework allowed Rado to produce dependable mechanical watches with a strong, identifiable visual presence. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-PXX-0001