Rado - Golden Horse - No reserve price - 11674 - Men - 1960-1969

Presented for auction by Second Vintage

This sought-after Rado Golden Horse is a highly recognizable mid-century design, distinguished by its signature rotating anchor logo and dual seahorse emblem. The well-preserved silver sunburst dial offers a striking visual presence, making it a highly attractive example of a foundational model in the brand's catalog.

Brand: Rado
Model: Golden Horse
Reference Number: 11674
Movement: 30-jewel automatic, caliber 1700/01
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices, rotating anchor, and seahorse emblem
Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1960s
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -30-33s/day, running strong and steady.

Dial and Hands
The highly attractive silver dial is in well-preserved condition, retaining its original sunburst texture and crisp applied furniture. It features applied gold-tone faceted indices, a date window at three o'clock with red numerals, and the distinctive applied Golden Horse seahorse emblem. At the top of the dial sits the applied Rado rotating anchor logo on a purple background. Minor dust particles are visible under macro inspection. The original gold-tone dauphine hands, complete with a sweep center seconds hand, show age-appropriate oxidation and spotting on their surfaces, which contrasts slightly with the cleaner dial.

Case and Crystal
The 36 mm gold-tone case displays honest wear consistent with its age, showing moderate scratches, scuffs, and typical plating degradation on high-contact edges. Visible plating wear and tarnishing are present on the lug edges and case flanks. The integrated gold-tone smooth bezel shows scratches, minor dings, and some plating wear on the outer edge. The stainless steel caseback features clear engravings. The signed Rado crown, bearing the 'R' logo, also shows visible plating wear on its knurled edges and face. The domed acrylic crystal exhibits light surface scratches and minor crazing visible under angled light, while maintaining clear visibility of the dial beneath.

Movement
Powering the watch is a 30-jewel automatic movement, caliber 1700/01. The movement presents a clean overall visual appearance with no obvious corrosion, featuring silver-tone base plates and a gold-tone rotor decorated with Rado branding and the anchor logo. Clear engravings read Rado, 30 Jewels, Swiss, and 1700/01. The timegrapher records a rate of -30-33s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a complementary modern brown leather strap with contrast stitching. It appears lightly used with minimal creasing and is secured by an unsigned gold-tone buckle, presenting in excellent condition.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The gold-tone case and integrated bezel display honest age-related wear, including moderate scratches and visible plating degradation on the flanks, lug edges, and crown. The dial remains highly attractive and well-preserved, while the original hands show visible oxidation. The domed acrylic crystal has minor crazing and light scratches. Supported by the recorded timegrapher results, the movement is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Dimensions
The case measures 36 mm in diameter, excluding the crown.

Remarks
This Golden Horse offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a foundational Rado model with highly desirable dial features. The well-preserved sunburst finish and the signature rotating anchor logo ensure a distinct and appealing presence on the wrist.

History
Introduced in 1957, the Golden Horse model line quickly became one of Rado's earliest major commercial successes. It established a design language that would define the brand for decades, notably becoming one of the first Rado models to feature the signature rotating anchor logo on the dial. The Golden Horse remains a sought-after vintage Rado design, appreciated by collectors for its distinctive applied logos and classic mid-century styling.

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.
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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.
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As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: RAD-GHJ-0005