Offered in this auction by Second Vintage This classic vintage Rado dress watch features a distinctive gold-tone crosshair dial accented by the signature printed red seahorse logo. Complete with a fluted bezel and an internal cyclops date magnifier, it offers strong mid-century styling combined with impressive mechanical performance. Brand: Rado Model: Purple Horse Reference Number: 11647/1 Movement: Manual wind, caliber 1901, 17 jewels Dial: Gold-tone sunburst finish with crosshair design, applied indices, and printed red seahorse logo Case Size: 35mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -8-10s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The dial presents a gold-tone sunburst finish anchored by a striking crosshair design. Applied faceted indices and the Rado anchor logo provide depth, while the printed red seahorse logo adds a welcome touch of color. Visible spotting and patina are distributed evenly across the surface, providing an attractive vintage character with even age-related spotting. The original dauphine style hands feature black center stripes that exhibit significant degradation and chipping of the black paint, along with light oxidation on the metal surfaces, reflecting distinct age-related wear. Case and Crystal The gold-tone case is framed by a classic fluted bezel, which shows some softening of its ridged edges from wear and polishing over the decades. Honest vintage wear is present, including visible plating loss on the extremities of the lugs and moderate scratches and handling marks throughout the case profile. The crown is correctly signed with the Rado anchor logo and displays plating wear consistent with the rest of the case. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, featuring a distinctive internal cyclops magnifier positioned over the date window, and shows light surface scratches alongside minor dust. Movement Inside is the Rado caliber 1901, a manual wind mechanism featuring 17 jewels. The movement presents a clean overall appearance with light surface marks on the plates. The caliber number is partially visible beneath the balance wheel, complementing the clearly engraved Rado and Swiss markings. The timegrapher records a rate of -8-10s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a modern black leather strap featuring orange contrast stitching. It appears unworn or very lightly used and remains in excellent condition. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch displays honest wear typical of its era, most notably plating loss on the edges of the lugs, softening of the fluted bezel, and moderate scratches across the case. The dial has developed an even patina with visible spotting, and the original hands show significant chipping to their black paint alongside light oxidation. The acrylic crystal bears light surface scratches. Despite these visible signs of age, the manual wind movement is running with impressive accuracy and consistency. Dimensions The case measures 35mm in diameter, excluding the crown. Remarks This Purple Horse delivers highly appealing mid-century design cues through its crosshair dial and fluted bezel. The honest vintage character and excellent timegrapher results make it an enjoyable daily wearer for enthusiasts of classic manual wind dress watches. History During the 1960s, Rado expanded its international presence with a range of distinctive dress watches, often utilizing stylized animal names to denote different model families. The Purple Horse line became a staple of their catalog, characterized by reliable Swiss mechanical movements and elegant styling. The combination of the applied anchor logo and the printed seahorse motif represents a charming era of Rado design, enjoyed by enthusiasts for its straightforward aesthetic and enduring mechanical quality. 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-PHX-0007