Rado - Companion - No reserve price - 603.3188.2 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic vintage Rado Companion elevated by a beautiful textured dial. This piece highlights a striking gold finish and practical day-date complication, housed within a distinct 1970s cushion case. The dynamic dial texture adds substantial visual appeal to a highly wearable and recognizable design. Brand: Rado Model: Companion Reference Number: 603.3188.2 Serial Number: 8260838 Movement: Automatic Dial: Gold textured finish with applied indices and day-date Case Size: 38 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -50-52s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The dial is beautifully preserved with a dynamic texture, featuring a striking gold finish that immediately catches the eye. It is adorned with the applied Rado anchor logo and faceted indices, which create a compelling sense of depth. A clean day-date window frame is positioned at three o'clock, displaying the English language calendar wheel. The surface remains in excellent condition with no visible staining, spotting, or damage. Matching the dial indices perfectly, the baton hands are well-preserved and feature black central inserts. These hands maintain a clean finish, showing no significant oxidation or corrosion visible. Case and Crystal The watch is housed in a gold-tone cushion case that perfectly represents 1970s geometry. The case design does not feature a distinct separate bezel, allowing the cushion shape to flow seamlessly from edge to edge. It displays honest wear consistent with age, including moderate scratches and scuffs visible on the polished flanks. Despite this wear, the edges remain reasonably defined. The caseback shows typical light wear expected from standard use. The crown is clearly signed with the Rado anchor logo, and its plating appears intact with only minor handling wear. A flat crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with no major deep scratches or cracks, though some minor surface wear and dust are visible under harsh lighting. Movement Inside the case beats a gold-colored automatic movement, featuring engravings that read RADO and 17 JEWELS SWISS. The plates and the clearly signed rotor remain clean, showing no visible corrosion or significant scratches. Recording a rate of -50-52s/day on the timegrapher. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The timepiece is fitted with a black textured leather strap featuring contrasting orange stitching. This attractive pairing shows light wear but remains in very usable condition, complementing the warm tones of the dial and case. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is exceptionally well preserved, showing no visible damage, while the hands remain clean and free of significant oxidation. The gold-tone case presents honest wear consistent with its age, specifically moderate scratches and scuffs along the polished flanks, though it retains reasonable edge definition. The crystal is clear, exhibiting only minor surface wear. The movement is visually clean and intact. Timegrapher results show -50-52s/day, confirming the movement is running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 38 mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Rado Companion stands out through its highly textured gold dial and classic cushion case geometry. The combination of the warm gold-tone finish and the practical day-date function makes it a highly enjoyable vintage piece for regular wear. History During the 1970s, Rado established a strong reputation for producing watches with robust, distinctive case shapes and reliable mechanics. The Companion line served as a practical yet stylish everyday timepiece, often featuring the brand's signature day-date complication and creative dial textures. This era of Rado design favored bold, geometric cases that departed from traditional round silhouettes, resulting in highly recognizable and durable watches that continue to appeal to vintage enthusiasts today. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-CXX-0011