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

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Rado Balboa V automatic men’s watch with a 36 mm gold-tone plated steel case, silver dial, and a two-tone steel and gold bracelet from the 1970s, in very good condition with minor signs of wear.

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Introduction

This Rado Balboa V is a distinctive vintage timepiece characterized by its bold oval gold-tone case and refined silver dial. The sculptural case design and two-tone bracelet reflect Rado’s innovative styling from the late 20th century.

Historical & Collector Value

Produced during the 1970s, the Rado Balboa V represents an era when unconventional case shapes and integrated designs were at the forefront of Swiss watchmaking. Rado became especially well known during this period for pushing design boundaries while maintaining reliable Swiss mechanical movements. Today, the Balboa series is appreciated by collectors for its strong vintage identity and eye-catching presence on the wrist.

Specifications

Brand: Rado
Model: Balboa V
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Gold-tone plated
Bracelet Material: Stainless steel and gold-tone bracelet
Dial Color: Silver
Functions: Time, date
Crystal: Mineral crystal
Estimated Production Period: 1970s
Accessories: None

Condition

The watch shows visible signs of wear consistent with age. The gold-tone case exhibits surface scratches and areas of plating wear, particularly along the edges. The bracelet shows signs of use, including light scratches. The dial remains clean and legible, with well-preserved applied indices.
All functions have been checked and the watch is operating without issues.

Service History

All functions have been checked and the watch is operating properly.

Shipping & Customs

International shipping is available.
Any import duties or customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer.

Introduction

This Rado Balboa V is a distinctive vintage timepiece characterized by its bold oval gold-tone case and refined silver dial. The sculptural case design and two-tone bracelet reflect Rado’s innovative styling from the late 20th century.

Historical & Collector Value

Produced during the 1970s, the Rado Balboa V represents an era when unconventional case shapes and integrated designs were at the forefront of Swiss watchmaking. Rado became especially well known during this period for pushing design boundaries while maintaining reliable Swiss mechanical movements. Today, the Balboa series is appreciated by collectors for its strong vintage identity and eye-catching presence on the wrist.

Specifications

Brand: Rado
Model: Balboa V
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Gold-tone plated
Bracelet Material: Stainless steel and gold-tone bracelet
Dial Color: Silver
Functions: Time, date
Crystal: Mineral crystal
Estimated Production Period: 1970s
Accessories: None

Condition

The watch shows visible signs of wear consistent with age. The gold-tone case exhibits surface scratches and areas of plating wear, particularly along the edges. The bracelet shows signs of use, including light scratches. The dial remains clean and legible, with well-preserved applied indices.
All functions have been checked and the watch is operating without issues.

Service History

All functions have been checked and the watch is operating properly.

Shipping & Customs

International shipping is available.
Any import duties or customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer.

Details

Brand
Rado
Gender
Men
Model
Balboa
Band material
Steel
Shipped Insured
No
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1970-1979
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Automatic
Dial colour
Silver
Case material
Gold-plated, Gold/Steel, Stainless steel
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
36 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
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Objects sold
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