The Watch
This is what we like - a rare watch with original tropical dial, the original bracelet and well used case! What more to ask for?
The Rado Captain Cook (named after the famous British explorer) was the brand’s attempt at serving the trend and was introduced in 1962. It was made in low quantities through 1968. For additional informationdo and points to a production run of only 8,000 pieces during the Cook’s lifetime.
Specific Information
Object nr: SM
Brand: Rado
Model: Captain Cook
Year: ~ 1962
Movement: Automatic AS 1701
Material: Stainless steel
Original crown: Yes, the original one, signed
Dimensions: 36mm without crown (feels even bigger)
Strap/Bracelet: Original Rado BoR-bracelet with the ”kissing Seahorses” on the clasp
Lug Width: 19mm
Box/Papers: No/No
The Condition
The case is sharp but shows, as seen, a lot of signs of wear as those early 1960’s diver should.
The greenish grey striated dial (MK1) is in lovely shape with its printed lume plots retaining their composure along with a lovely honey hue. Look closely and note the mirrored internal bezel with black indexing for the minutes. In some angles you can see how it have developed a beautiful ”tropical” touch.
Inside sits the A Schild AS1701 with a lovely gold plated rotor. The automatic movement can be hand wound through its single stop crown. The service history is unknown but it keeps time.
Original bracelet but with AM-endlinks. The bracelet is in good shape and fits 17-17.5 wrists.
Bezel is rotating both ways.
Sold "as is”. We leave a 30 days of warranty!
The pictures is a part of the description, study therefore the pictures carefully!