Carrying forward the revolutionary legacy of the world’s first scratch-proof watch introduced in 1962, the Rado DiaStar Original Automatic 38mm blends iconic vintage-futuristic geometry with modern Swiss materials engineering. Defined by its mirror-polished Ceramos™ bezel coiffe, a distinctive parallel-faceted sapphire crystal, an intense brushed black dial with day-date functionality, and an 80-hour Swiss automatic calibre, this timepiece delivers timeless individuality and extreme durability.
Key Highlights
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Ultra-Hard Ceramos™ Bezel Coiffe: Crafted from Rado’s patented composite of 90% high-tech ceramic and 10% metal alloy, providing platinum-like lustre, lightweight comfort, and supreme scratch resistance (~1,750 Vickers).
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Swiss Automatic Calibre R764: High-performance self-winding movement equipped with an anti-magnetic Nivachron™ hairspring, offering up to 80 hours of autonomous power reserve.
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Parallel-Faceted Sapphire Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal cut with distinct linear geometric facets on the inner face for dynamic optical reflections across the dial.
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Brushed Black Dial with Day-Date Display: Rich black sunray dial featuring applied rhodium-plated indices with Super-LumiNova, paired with a practical day-and-date aperture matching the dial colour.
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Signature Moving Anchor Emblem: Features Rado's free-spinning ruby-mounted anchor at 12 o’clock, symbolizing Swiss automatic movement inside.
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Iconic 38mm Oval Silhouette: Unmistakable DiaStar helmet-shaped case engineered in 316L stainless steel for balanced ergonomics and a commanding wrist presence.
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100-Metre Water Resistance: Rated for 10 bar (100 m / 330 ft) to protect against swimming, rain, and everyday water exposure.
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5-Year Official International Warranty: Fully covered worldwide under Rado’s authorized manufacturer guarantee.
Design & Craftsmanship
The Renaissance of the World's First Scratch-Proof Watch
When Rado debuted the original DiaStar in 1962, it transformed the horological world by combining hardmetal with sapphire crystal. The modernized DiaStar Original preserves that legendary oval profile while refining the contours and upgrading the materials to modern Ceramos™ technology.
Ceramos™: Ceramic Durability with Metallic Shine
Engineered by Rado—the "Master of Materials"—the polished bezel coiffe is forged from proprietary Ceramos™. Sintered at extreme temperatures, it unites the lightness and hardness of high-tech ceramic with the brilliant gleam of steel, ensuring the front bezel remains untarnished and scratch-free for decades.
Swiss Calibre R764 with Nivachron™ Hairspring
Beneath the black dial beats the Swiss-made automatic Calibre R764. Fitted with an advanced titanium-based Nivachron™ balance spring, the movement resists magnetic fields emitted by laptops, smartphones, and airport security scanners, ensuring long-term precision across an 80-hour power reserve.
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5 Frequently asked questions from our shoppers:
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Will the warranty be active if I buy online ?
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