Rado - Voyager - No reserve price - Men - 1970-1979

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This Rado Voyager perfectly encapsulates the daring and distinctive design language of the 1970s, offering collectors a striking blend of robust engineering and avant-garde aesthetics. Characterized by its substantial stainless steel cushion case and a highly unusual vertical day-date display at the six o'clock position, this timepiece stands out as a remarkable example of mid-century Swiss watchmaking. Complete with its original textured multi-link bracelet and the brand's signature rotating anchor logo, this Voyager remains a highly wearable and visually captivating vintage treasure. Brand: Rado Model: Voyager Movement: 25-Jewel Automatic Dial: Silver vertically brushed dial with applied faceted indices, black inserts, and a vertical day-date window, exceptionally clean and well-preserved Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless steel Production Year: 1970s Condition: Excellent vintage condition with sharp case lines and an immaculately preserved dial Dial and Hands The dial of this Rado Voyager is a masterclass in mid-century texture and layout, presented in a beautifully preserved silver tone with a pronounced vertical linear brushing. This finish catches the light dynamically, providing an elegant backdrop for the applied faceted baton indices, each detailed with a bold black center stripe and intact luminous plots at their outer edges. At the twelve o'clock position sits the iconic Rado rotating anchor logo, set against a vibrant purple background, which remains fully functional and visually striking. The unique vertical day-date aperture at six o'clock is framed by a crisp applied window, displaying the day above the date in a highly legible and stylized format. The original black baton hands feature luminous center strips that have aged gracefully. The dial is in stunning vintage condition, remaining exceptionally clean and entirely free of moisture marks, spotting, or significant signs of age, with all printed typography remaining crisp and complete. Case and Crystal The 35 mm stainless steel cushion case exemplifies the robust architectural styling of its era. It features a beautifully preserved factory-brushed finish on the upper surfaces that radiates downward, contrasting sharply with the highly polished case flanks. The transitions between these brushed and polished surfaces remain remarkably crisp, indicating that the watch has been carefully preserved with only honest, light handling marks consistent with careful wear. The original Rado signed crown, bearing the distinct anchor logo, is present and features sharp knurling for easy operation. The watch is fitted with a flat crystal that provides an undistorted view of the pristine dial beneath. Turning the watch over reveals a solid stainless steel caseback, proudly stamped with the Rado seahorse medallion and "Water Sealed" text, all of which remain deep and clearly defined. Movement Powering this Voyager is a beautiful gold-tone Swiss automatic movement, visibly stamped with the Rado signature and noting its 25-jewel construction. The movement presents very cleanly, with the rotor and bridges showing a bright, well-preserved finish free of heavy oxidation or tool marks. Running in vintage operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the era. The movement is currently recording a timegrapher result of +52 to +55 seconds per day, running strong and steady for a timepiece of this vintage. Strap The watch is fitted with its original stainless steel multi-link bracelet, featuring a highly distinctive and attractive textured brick or basketweave pattern across the links. The bracelet matches the bold aesthetic of the cushion case perfectly and is secured by a folding clasp that is deeply stamped with the Rado seahorse logo. The bracelet is in excellent condition, showing minimal stretch, and will comfortably accommodate a wrist size of up to 18 cm. Condition This Rado Voyager is presented in excellent vintage condition. The case retains strong, sharp geometry with well-defined finishing, showing only minor, superficial signs of wear expected from a watch of its age. The standout feature is undoubtedly the dial, which has been immaculately preserved and remains free of any distracting blemishes, spots, or damage. The original bracelet is equally well-preserved, making this a highly cohesive and collector-grade example. Dimensions The stainless steel case measures 35 mm in diameter, excluding the signed crown. The cushion case design provides a substantial and commanding presence on the wrist, wearing slightly larger than its dimensions might suggest. Remarks Finding a vintage Rado Voyager with this specific vertical day-date configuration and such a pristine, vertically brushed dial is a rare treat. The combination of the textured original bracelet, the iconic rotating anchor, and the sharp cushion case makes this an incredibly charismatic and historically interesting addition to any vintage watch collection. History Rado established itself in the mid-twentieth century as a pioneer of unconventional designs and advanced case materials. While they are famously known for introducing scratch-resistant tungsten carbide later on, their earlier steel models like the Voyager line represented the brand's commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional watch aesthetics. The Voyager was designed for the modern, jet-setting professional, offering reliable automatic timekeeping wrapped in bold, futuristic cases that perfectly captured the optimistic spirit of 1970s design. / Second Vintage SKU: RAD-VXX-0012