Rado Golden Horse 11675 (1960-1969)

Presented for auction by Second Vintage This classic vintage Rado Golden Horse features the signature rotating anchor logo on a silver sunburst dial, complemented by a striking red date display. Powered by a 30-jewel AS 1789 automatic movement and marked by the distinctive twin seahorse engraving on the caseback, it represents a highly wearable standard production model with typical configuration for the era. Brand: Rado Model: Rado Golden Horse (11169-0420) Reference Number: 11675 Movement: Automatic, AS 1789, 30 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst finish with applied indices, prominent spotting Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -8-10s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial features a silver sunburst finish, characterized by significant spotting and moisture staining concentrated on the right side. It is detailed with applied faceted indices featuring black inserts, an applied twin seahorse emblem, and the signature applied rotating Rado anchor logo. A striking red date display is positioned under an internal date magnifier. The dauphine style hands feature black central stripes and remain well preserved, showing only light oxidation and minor spotting visible under magnification. Case and Crystal The 35mm stainless steel case features a polished finish throughout, showing honest wear with moderate surface scratches, light dings consistent with age, and slightly softened lug edges. The smooth polished bezel displays surface scratches. The knurled crown is signed with the Rado anchor logo and shows minor wear. The caseback is detailed with a distinctive twin seahorse engraving. The domed acrylic crystal features an internal date magnifier and presents light surface scratches visible in reflections. Movement The watch is equipped with a 30-jewel AS 1789 automatic movement, featuring engravings of RADO, 30 JEWELS, SWISS, and AS 1789. The movement has a clean overall appearance with a gold-tone rotor and light marks on the screw heads. -8-10s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap Fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching and a generic buckle. Condition Good vintage condition. The polished stainless steel case displays honest wear, with moderate scratches, light dings, and softened lug edges. The dial exhibits significant spotting and moisture staining concentrated on the right side, while the hands show minor aging. The crystal and bezel present light surface scratches. Supported by the timegrapher result, the movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions 35mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This Golden Horse features a striking red date display and the interactive rotating anchor logo. It is a 1960s mechanical timepiece with honest vintage character. History The Golden Horse line was introduced in the late 1950s and became one of Rado's most successful collections. In 1962, Rado introduced the rotating anchor logo on the dial to serve as a visual indicator that the watch featured a mechanical automatic movement. The screw-down caseback of the reference 11675 features a deeply engraved Rado twin seahorse emblem, an enduring signature of the brand's mid-century design. 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-RGH-0061