Rado is synonymous with trendy design-led watch designs and its pioneering use of high-tech ceramics. The True Square, Rado’s square watch with an injection-moulded monobloc high-tech ceramic case, is a signature product of the brand. Taking the openworked spirit of the Rado True Square Open Heart in a different direction, the latest True Square models in sleek … Read more
Swiss watch brand Rado has launched four new interpretations of the Rado True Round Open Heart, including a limited edition model. With case and bracelet crafted from high-tech ceramic, each of these timepieces features a striking new dial with a cut-out revealing the watch’s beating heart. Boldly offset near the centre of the dial, the cut-out … Read more
The Rado Florence collection is inspired by the cityscape of domes and towers of its namesake city. The Tuscan influence is subtle in the design of these watch models, yet it adds to the romantic soft aesthetic of the pieces. The watches within this line are powered by a quartz movement and feature a modern edge to … Read more
Rado, a brand aptly known as the “Master of Materials” for its pioneering use of ceramic in many of its uniquely-shaped watches, is in Miami today to announce the return of a watch from ’80s past: The Anatom. The curved rectangular watch returns in 2023, paying homage to the original Anatom released in 1983 but … Read more
Let’s be honest, how many of you would choose to take the Rado Captain Cook Automatic Chronograph on a sailing trip around the world? The watch is named after Captain James Cook, the famous British 18th-century explorer and cartographer, but I doubt the watch’s buyers follow in the famous navigator’s footsteps. Twenty-first-century life for most doesn’t include … Read more
In an unexpected turn of events, Rado has decided to combine two of their best-selling designs, the True Square and True Thinline, into one limited edition collection. The Rado True Square Thinline Les Couleurs Le Corbusier line-up features three ceramic watches adorned in earthy, autumnal tones. In an industry that seems to be going colour mad, Rado … Read more
In the modern watch enthusiast landscape, few topics generate more conversation than high-tech ceramic case materials and integrated-bracelet sports watches. In some circles, these categories become checklist items for any “serious watch collection,” but by and large, the discourse surrounding these types of watches centers around a small group of popular models. That said, there’s … Read more
If you recall, a few months ago we brought you word of the Rado True Square Automatic (seen here). I liked what I saw from the photos there (and based on my prior experience with the brand). A little bit ago, I got to spend some time with this squared-off watch. Rather than bury the lede, I’ll … Read more
It was about 2012 when Rado first released the HyperChrome collection of watches which, in my opinion, represents an interesting character and dimension to the brand. Rado’s self identity has been in flux over the last few years as the brand seeks to position itself appropriately in today’s market. The Swatch Group-owned brand has had … Read more
Rado has tapped Cameron Norrie for the Swiss watchmaker’s limited edition Rado Captain Cook x Cameron Norrie timepiece, which launched at the Hurlingham Club during the Giorgio Amani Tennis Classic week ahead of Wimbledon. Norrie, who broke into the ATP top ten rankings in 2022, is currently the number one men’s singles player in the UK for … Read more