Rado Golden Horse 1167411 (1960-1969)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage The Rado Golden Horse is a classic mid-century design, defined by its applied twin seahorse logo and distinctive red date display. This vintage example features a 35mm gold-tone case housing a 30-jewel automatic movement, offering an authentic and heavily patinated snapshot of the brand's creative output during the 1960s. Brand: Rado Model: Golden Horse Reference Number: 1167411 Serial Number: 32412139 Movement: 30-Jewel Automatic Dial: Silver sunburst with heavy spotting and red date Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1960s Condition: Fair vintage condition. Timegrapher: +2s+5s/day with strong amplitude, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial features a silver sunburst finish that now displays heavy white spotting and patina distributed evenly across the entire surface. It is detailed with applied gold-tone indices, the Rado anchor, and the signature twin seahorse logos, alongside striking red date numerals at the 3 o'clock position. The gold-tone dauphine hands exhibit heavy oxidation, corrosion, and spotting, matching the overall aged character of the dial. Case and Crystal The gold-tone case shows visible scratches and handling marks throughout, with notable plating wear visible on the lug edges and case flanks. The smooth gold-tone bezel displays scratches and plating loss consistent with the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with a signed Rado anchor crown, which shows heavy plating loss revealing the grey base metal underneath. A stainless steel caseback with clear engravings secures the watch. The domed acrylic crystal remains generally clear, showing only minor surface scratches and dust. Movement Inside is a gold-colored automatic movement, featuring engravings that read RADO, 30 JEWELS, and SWISS. The caliber displays some scratches on the rotor and plates, as well as general signs of age, but no heavy corrosion is visible. The timegrapher records +2s+5s/day with strong amplitude. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The material appears unworn or very lightly used. Condition Fair vintage condition. The watch exhibits significant wear and aging consistent with a long life of use. The dial and hands are heavily patinated, showing widespread spotting, oxidation, and corrosion. The gold-tone case, bezel, and signed crown display visible scratches, handling marks, and substantial plating loss on the edges and flanks. The domed acrylic crystal has minor surface scratches. Timegrapher results reflect current strong performance. Dimensions 35mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Rado Golden Horse presents a deeply patinated aesthetic, highlighted by its distinctive red date display and applied seahorse logos. Powered by a 30-jewel automatic movement that continues to perform exceptionally well on the timegrapher, it offers a characterful entry into vintage Swiss watchmaking. History The Rado Golden Horse was introduced in the late 1950s as one of the brand's key collections, helping to establish Rado's reputation for distinctive design and robust mechanical watchmaking. Characterized by the twin seahorse logo on the dial, the Golden Horse line became a staple of Rado's mid-century catalog. These watches often featured reliable Swiss automatic movements and unique aesthetic touches, such as the red date wheel and the signature rotating anchor logo. Today, the Golden Horse remains a recognizable and historically significant model within Rado's vintage portfolio. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RGH-0058