Rado - Golden Horse - No reserve price - 11675 - Men - 1960-1969

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

A beautifully preserved example of Rado's classic Golden Horse, this timepiece is sought-after for its crisp dial and original beads-of-rice bracelet. The striking red date display and distinctive rotating anchor logo provide vibrant character against the clean silver sunburst finish, making this a highly desirable vintage find.

Brand: Rado
Model: Golden Horse
Reference Number: 11675
Serial Number: G1123684
Movement: Automatic, Caliber 1789
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices and red date numerals
Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Stainless steel
Production Year: 1960s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: +10+12s/day, performing remarkably well.

Dial and Hands
The dial is crisp and vibrant, featuring a silver sunburst finish that remains remarkably clean with no visible spotting or damage. Applied faceted indices and applied seahorse emblems add depth, while the distinctive applied rotating Rado anchor logo and striking red date numerals provide excellent visual contrast. The sharp, dauphine style hands feature a silver-tone finish and present cleanly with no visible oxidation.

Case and Crystal
The well-preserved stainless steel case features polished bezel and lug tops that contrast handsomely with brushed case flanks. The geometry retains well-defined edges, showing only light surface scratches consistent with careful wear. A smooth polished steel bezel frames the dial, displaying light surface wear. The watch is fitted with a signed crown featuring the Rado anchor logo and a knurled edge, which exhibits light wear. A clear, domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, showing no significant scratches or crazing visible.

Movement
Powering the watch is an automatic winding mechanism, Caliber 1789, featuring a gold-tone rotor. The movement presents a clean appearance with no visible corrosion or significant scratches, and bears engravings reading RADO, 30 JEWELS, SWISS, 1789, and 1700/01. The timegrapher recorded a raw result of +10+12s/day. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece.

Strap
The watch is fitted with its original signed stainless steel beads-of-rice style bracelet, delivering a classic vintage Rado character. The bracelet exhibits light stretch and normal surface wear, and secures via a clasp signed with an embossed seahorse logo. It accommodates a maximum wrist size of 19 cm.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition. The well-preserved stainless steel case shows light surface scratches, while the smooth bezel and signed crown exhibit light wear. The dial is near mint, remaining crisp and clean with no visible spotting or damage, and the hands are sharp with no visible oxidation. The domed acrylic crystal is clear. The original beads-of-rice bracelet displays light stretch and normal surface wear. The movement is clean, free of visible corrosion, and, supported by the timegrapher data, is performing remarkably well.

Dimensions
The case size is 35 mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Golden Horse is highly desirable due to its exceptionally crisp dial, vibrant red date display, and the presence of its original signed beads-of-rice bracelet. It represents a beautifully preserved example of mid-century Swiss design.

History
The Golden Horse is a staple of vintage Rado, introduced during an era when the brand was establishing its reputation for distinctive design and robust automatic movements. The model line is celebrated for its applied seahorse emblems, rotating anchor logos, and casebacks featuring a distinctive engraved seahorse medallion. This 1960s example highlights the enduring appeal of the Golden Horse collection among collectors today.

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.

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SKU: RAD-GHG-0003