Rado - Garland - No reserve price - 22134791 - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This quintessential 1970s Rado Garland features a captivating brown gradient dial with vertical brushing, housed within a classic stainless steel cushion case. Brand: Rado Model: Garland Reference Number: 22134791 Movement: Automatic, caliber 2783, 25 jewels Dial: Brown gradient with vertical brushing and red date display Case Size: 38 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: 43s+46s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The striking and well-preserved dial features a brown gradient finish enhanced by pronounced vertical brushing. Applied faceted indices and an applied Rado anchor logo provide excellent depth, while a distinctive date window at three o'clock displays red numerals. The dial surface remains notably clean, showing no visible spotting or moisture damage. Crisp and highly legible, the silver-tone baton hands feature central black stripes and luminous material, accompanied by a sweep second hand. These hands present a clean finish with only minimal signs of oxidation. Case and Crystal The stainless steel cushion case presents honest vintage wear on a classic 1970s profile. Its polished finish displays visible light scratches and scuffs consistent with age and use, though it remains free of major dents or deep gouges. The bezel is seamlessly integrated into the cushion design, maintaining the fluid lines of the era. On the right flank, the crown features well-defined fluting and is proudly signed with the Rado anchor logo. Protecting the dial is a domed acrylic crystal, which exhibits some light surface scratches and scuffs visible under certain reflections. Movement Inside beats a gold-tone automatic movement, identified by its engravings as a 25-jewel caliber 2783. The plates and bridges are visually clean, showing no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy wear, while the signed rotor features an attractive textured finish. On the timegrapher, it measures 43s+46s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a modern black leather strap featuring white and orange contrast stitching. This sporty strap is in excellent condition and perfectly complements the warm tones of the dial. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is excellently preserved with a clean surface and vibrant colors. The stainless steel case shows honest, age-appropriate light scratches and scuffs, without any significant impact marks. The domed acrylic crystal has minor surface wear typical of vintage use. The automatic movement presents cleanly and is running in operational condition. Dimensions The case measures 38 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Rado Garland stands out through its highly attractive brown gradient dial and prominent vertical brushing. Combined with the distinctive cushion case and the reliable automatic movement, it offers a strong and wearable representation of 1970s design. History During the 1970s, Rado embraced bold geometric forms and expressive dial treatments, moving away from the conservative styling of previous decades. The Garland model represents this transitional era, utilizing robust and proven Swiss calibers to ensure reliable daily performance. Watches from this period are appreciated by collectors for their distinctive character, robust stainless steel construction, and the enduring appeal of their gradient dials. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-GXX-0005