Rado - Purple Horse - No reserve price - 11795 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic vintage Rado Purple Horse featuring a striking silver dial with a pronounced vertical brushed finish and a distinctive red date display. Brand: Rado Model: Purple Horse Reference Number: 11795 Movement: Automatic ETA caliber 2783 Dial: Silver with vertical brushed texture and red date display Case Size: 37mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +13s+15s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The striking silver dial is beautifully preserved, distinguished by a pronounced vertical brushed finish that catches the light dynamically. The applied indices and the signature Rado anchor and seahorse logos remain clean and intact. A vibrant red date wheel at three o'clock adds a sharp touch of color to the monochromatic layout, with the dial showing minimal signs of aging or spotting. The dauphine hands feature intact black inserts, though they show visible oxidation and pitting, particularly on the minute hand. The sweep second hand remains in good condition. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case retains its original lines, presenting honest vintage wear with scattered scratches and minor dings along the flanks and lugs. A smooth steel bezel surrounds the dial, showing moderate scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with a domed acrylic crystal that remains clear, displaying only minor surface scratches visible under direct light. A signed crown bearing the Rado anchor logo sits at three o'clock, showing normal handling wear. The caseback displays clear engravings alongside some surface scratches. Movement Powering the watch is the reliable 25-jewel ETA caliber 2783 automatic movement, stamped with Rado signatures. The movement appears generally clean, with the rotor showing some minor tarnish and wear. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The timegrapher records a rate of +13s+15s/day. Strap The watch is paired with a complementary brown leather strap featuring a crocodile pattern and contrast stitching. The strap shows light wear. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is excellently preserved with a striking brushed texture, while the hands display visible oxidation. The case and smooth bezel exhibit honest wear, including scattered scratches and minor dings, though the case geometry remains defined. The movement is generally clean and running strongly. Dimensions The case measures 37mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Purple Horse stands out with its heavily textured brushed dial and vibrant red date display. The combination of the classic 37mm steel case and the reliable ETA 2783 movement makes it a highly wearable and charming vintage Rado. History The Rado Purple Horse line emerged during an era when the brand was rapidly expanding its global presence, particularly in Asian markets, offering robust and stylish automatic watches for daily wear. Characterized by the distinctive seahorse caseback motif and the rotating anchor logo on the dial, the series represented Rado's commitment to dependable mechanical timekeeping before their pivot toward scratch-resistant materials. The utilization of the ETA 2783 caliber reflects the solid Swiss engineering that underpinned the brand's mid-century catalog, making these watches enduring favorites among vintage enthusiasts today. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-RPH-0010