Rado - WiseMan Automatic Date - No reserve price - Men - 1960-1969

Rado Wiseman Date – Automatic – Silver Dial – 35 mm An elegant vintage Swiss automatic timepiece, this Rado Wiseman Date combines a refined silver dial with a balanced 35 mm stainless-steel case. Its slender applied markers, distinctive red date numerals and acrylic crystal with date magnification create an attractive composition, complemented by a warm brown leather strap. Technical Details Brand: Rado Model: Wiseman Date Case: Stainless steel Diameter: 35 mm, excluding the crown Crystal: Original acrylic crystal with date magnification, as specified by the seller Dial: Silver dial with applied baton hour markers and an outer dotted minute track Hour markers: Triple marker at 12 o’clock and double markers at 6 and 9 o’clock Hands: Faceted hour and minute hands with aged luminous inserts and a slender central seconds hand Movement: Swiss automatic Rado mechanical movement with a signed rotor Jewels: 25 Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds and date Calendar: Framed date window at 3 o’clock with red date numerals Crown: Original crown, as specified by the seller Case back: Solid stainless-steel screw-down back Water resistance: Not tested Strap: Generic brown leather strap with matching stitching Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 22 cm Accessories: Supplied with a generic presentation box Condition Report Grade B – Good vintage condition, with signs of wear consistent with age. The stainless-steel case retains an attractive appearance, with surface scratches and light marks around the bezel and lugs. The case back shows scratches and some fading to its engraved details. The silver dial displays scattered spotting and age-related patina, while the hands and luminous inserts show visible ageing. The acrylic crystal presents light surface marks, and its date magnifier remains a distinctive feature. The brown leather strap shows light creasing. Although described by the seller as being in exceptional condition for its age, the watch is offered as Grade B, with the visible vintage wear detailed above. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. The watch’s water resistance has not been tested. Contact with water should therefore be avoided. Story & Heritage The fascination of vintage Rado extends beyond a familiar brand name to the individual designs found within its earlier mechanical watches. This Wiseman Date, described by the seller as a rare model, offers a particularly appealing combination of restrained styling and distinctive calendar details. Its silver dial is organised around slender applied markers, with multiple batons at the cardinal positions giving subtle emphasis to the layout. The faceted hands bring depth to the composition, while the red date numerals introduce an unexpected touch of colour. Viewed through the crystal’s magnifying lens, the date becomes a small but memorable focal point. The movement photograph reveals a Rado-signed automatic rotor and a 25-jewel mechanism beneath the solid steel back. Powered by the motion of its wearer, the automatic movement adds the enduring pleasure of mechanical timekeeping to the watch’s practical date display. With its original crown and original crystal as specified, balanced 35 mm steel case and softly aged silver dial, this Rado Wiseman Date offers a characterful vintage presence. The brown leather strap completes an understated composition suited to collectors who appreciate thoughtful details and classic proportions. Internal Reference Number - Xtm. 213

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