{"product_id":"000000008768","title":"Rado Green Horse King Size 37.2mm 11648 30 Jewels Automatic, Serviced, 1970s","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmong Rado's Horse series, it is this \u003cb\u003eGreen Horse\u003c\/b\u003e that commands such a dedicated following. Its most prominent feature is the use of a \u003cb\u003e37.2mm \"king-size\" case\u003c\/b\u003e, which is one size larger than typical vintage watches. Compared to the 34mm standard of that era, its appealing size and presence feel right at home with contemporary attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThree models were released in the Horse series: the \u003cb\u003eGolden Horse\u003c\/b\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Horse\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cb\u003ePurple Horse\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThey gained popularity as \u003cb\u003eSwiss-made automatic\u003c\/b\u003e (with manual-winding mechanism) models with \u003cb\u003ewater-resistant cases\u003c\/b\u003e (by the standards of the time).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eThe Green Horse is characterized by the \u003cb\u003egreen seahorse\u003c\/b\u003e on the dial, making it a rare model with limited circulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e■ The highlight of this piece: The \"quadrant-split, multi-finish\" cross-line dial\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt first glance, it appears to be a simple silver dial, but it features an incredibly elaborate design divided by a cross-line, with the \u003cb\u003e[top-left and bottom-right featuring a concentric record finish]\u003c\/b\u003e and the \u003cb\u003e[top-right and bottom-left featuring a beautiful sunray finish]\u003c\/b\u003e. The shading changes dramatically depending on the angle of light, giving it a unique presence that only a vintage watch can offer, unlike anything found in modern timepieces.\u003cbr\u003e\nFurthermore, the entire dial has aged uniformly into a \u003cb\u003ebeautiful champagne gold hue\u003c\/b\u003e, creating an exceptional and one-of-a-kind atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rado brand symbol, the \u003cb\u003e\"anchor logo,\"\u003c\/b\u003e is placed at the 12 o'clock position on the dial. This \u003cb\u003eoccasionally rotates as your wrist moves\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing you to enjoy a playful gimmick unique to vintage Rado watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003escrew-back\u003c\/b\u003e case back features a \"\u003cb\u003eWater-Sealed\u003c\/b\u003e\" engraving. (As this is an old-model watch, please use it as non-waterproof.)\u003cbr\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eseahorse\u003c\/strong\u003e logo is featured in a size that occupies most of the case back.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is finished with a well-executed design combining \u003cb\u003emirror polishing\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ematte (satin) finishing\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is 5.2mm in diameter, making it easy to grip with your fingers and convenient for manual winding and time setting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is a model that appeals for its \u003cstrong\u003esturdy case with thick lugs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esweat resistance provided by the screw-back case back\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ehigh visibility and operability\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch has been \u003cb\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eoverhauled and the exterior has been polished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe crystal is in excellent condition with only light scuffs, which does not hinder the visibility of the beautiful, unique dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe strap has been replaced with a brand-new genuine leather strap (black) from Di-MODELL, a long-established German manufacturer, so you can wear it with comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crown is genuine Rado with the \"R\" mark.\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is a thin crack on the edge of the bezel at the 8 o'clock position due to aging, but this does not affect its use or wearability. Please enjoy it as part of the unique character of a vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"marker\"\u003eAs this is an older vintage watch, it is not waterproof.\u003c\/span\u003e Use in environments with high moisture (rainy days, washing your face, wearing it on hot, sweaty days, etc.) is strictly prohibited.\u003cbr\u003e\nAlso, as this is a precision instrument, please be very careful regarding strong impacts such as drops, as well as magnetism (smartphones, PCs, speakers, magnets in bags, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOperating Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Winding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Turn clockwise while the crown is in the normal position.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Setting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull out the crown and turn counter-clockwise.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Quick-Set\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pull out the crown and oscillate between \"8:20 PM and 12:00 AM\" by moving the hands back and forth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 40px;\"\u003e1) Move the hands forward until 12:00 midnight.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf the date changes, it is midnight. If it does not, it is 12:00 noon.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n2) Once you have confirmed the date has changed, move the hands back to 8:20 PM.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis prepares the watch to advance the calendar to the next day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n3) Advance the hands to 12:00 midnight.\u003cbr\u003e\nConfirm that the date has advanced by one day.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBy repeating steps 1) through 3), you can quick-set the date one day at a time.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease perform these operations slowly to reduce the strain on the movement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WATCH COLLE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56190680629553,"sku":"000000008768-001","price":79800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/4939\/5761\/files\/1_000000008768.jpg?v=1788949745","url":"https:\/\/watch-colle.com\/en\/products\/000000008768","provider":"WATCH COLLE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}