Rado - World Travel - No reserve price - 343942 - Men - 1960-1969

ow available at auction from Second Vintage This classic vintage Rado World Travel highlights the brand's mid-century design language with a highly distinctive concentric circular dial texture. Featuring a vibrant red date display, a signed Rado anchor crown, and a 30-jewel automatic movement, it presents a charming configuration for the vintage enthusiast. Brand: Rado Model: World Travel Reference Number: 343942 Movement: Automatic, caliber AS 1901, 30 jewels Dial: Silver with concentric circular texture, applied indices, red date Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback Production Year: 1960s Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +9+13s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver dial features a distinctive concentric circular texture, complemented by applied indices and the signature Rado anchor logo. A vibrant red date display sits at three o'clock, adding a subtle touch of color. The dial exhibits noticeable age-related spotting and patina across its surface. The original gold-tone dauphine hands show age-appropriate oxidation and spotting, matching the honest character of the dial. Case and Crystal The 35 mm gold-tone case is paired with a smooth gold-tone bezel and a stainless steel caseback. The case shows honest wear consistent with age, including moderate scratches and handling marks throughout, along with some wear to the gold-tone finish on the lug edges. The gold-tone crown is signed with the Rado anchor logo and features knurled edges that display light wear. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with minimal visible scratches. Movement Powering this World Travel is the 30-jewel automatic caliber AS 1901. The movement presents a generally clean appearance with minor surface marks, featuring a signed rotor engraved with the Rado and World Travel branding. The AS 1901 caliber stamp is visible under the balance. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. The recorded timegrapher result is +9+13s/day. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The strap shows light wear and presents in good condition, pairing well with the gold-tone case. Condition Good vintage condition. The watch displays honest wear consistent with its age. The textured dial shows noticeable spotting and patina across its surface, while the dauphine hands exhibit matching oxidation. The gold-tone case and bezel present moderate scratches and handling marks, with some finish wear visible on the lug edges. The signed crown and domed acrylic crystal remain in highly presentable shape. Supported by the timegrapher reading of +9+13s/day, the automatic movement is performing very strongly. Dimensions The case measures 35 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This classic vintage Rado World Travel offers an appealing combination of 1960s design and mechanical reliability. The distinctive concentric circular dial texture and the vibrant red date display provide excellent visual interest. Driven by the 30-jewel automatic AS 1901 movement, it remains a charming and capable timepiece for the dedicated collector. History During the mid-twentieth century, Rado established a reputation for producing robust and distinctive automatic watches. The reference 343942 was utilized across multiple notable Rado model lines from the era, including the World Travel, Golden Horse, and Starliner, rather than being tied to a single configuration. Automatic variants of this reference are known to be equipped with capable 30-jewel movements, housed in 35 mm or 36 mm cases. Gold-plated iterations were practically paired with stainless steel casebacks, a structural choice that highlights the brand's attention to durability during the 1960s. 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-WJX-0001

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