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Scarface · 16 May 2008, 08:55 AM

Guys,

What do you think of RADO watches?

This one captured my attention - from an aesthetic point of view:

http://www.rado.com/en/Collection/Or...658.0639.3.002

It is rated for 300 metres and I found that it uses an automatic ETA 2824-2 movement with 25 jewels that provides a power reserve of 38 hours. Extra-strong SuperLuminova (SLN) luminescent treatment on the hands and the red index dots should provide a good luminosity.

Letsgodiving · 16 May 2008, 09:15 AM

I don't know anything about Rado but I kind of like that as an over the top diver's watch. I would like to see a more natural shot of it but from a purely aesthetic perspective I think it is pretty cool looking. Looks very retro.

Scarface · 16 May 2008, 09:22 AM

Rado (watch)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Rado is a Swiss manufacturer of watches, with headquarters in Lengnau, Switzerland. It is noted for its use of scratch-proof materials, a field in which it is considered a pioneer. Today the company produces about half a million watches a year with a staff of about 300 in total.

History
Formed in 1917, Rado initially produced watch movements only. In 1957 the company launched its first collection of watches under the Rado brand. In 1962 the Rado Diastar Original, the world's first scratch-proof watch, was launched. It has been in production ever since.

In 1983 Rado became part of the SMH group which was renamed in 1998 as the Swatch Group.

Design
Rado differs from some of the more traditional Swiss watchmakers in that it often uses unconventional materials and designs. Rado has pioneered the use of a number materials unique to watchmaking, e.g. ceramics, lanthanum and sapphire crystal.

Other than the material, newer Rado watches also look very different from those from most other makers. Market reaction to this is generally mixed, with some preferring the look of the more traditional makers, and others appreciating the more distinct Rado look.

TheDude · 16 May 2008, 11:06 AM

If I'm not mistaken, that model is a throwback to their original design - still for sale new. Larger than you'd expect, I have tried one on and it was quite nice.

JJ Irani · 16 May 2008, 04:50 PM

YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEECH!!!

Scarface · 16 May 2008, 08:42 PM

Hey JJ, why 's that

? They 're not compared to Rolex anyway - they should be judged on their individual merits

Scarface · 17 May 2008, 04:09 AM

Noone with experience on Rado watches to give any comments

?

JJ Irani · 17 May 2008, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Scarface

Noone with experience on Rado watches to give any comments

?

The very name leaves most of us awe-struck and tongue-tied!!

Scarface · 17 May 2008, 09:01 AM

Yes JJ, I understood that you hate it

JJ Irani · 17 May 2008, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Scarface

Yes JJ, I understood that you hate it

Well, that hatered stems from a very deep set background. Let me explain....

Back home in India, the "dowry" system still prevails. It's where the father of the bride-to-be bestows upon his son-in-law to be several gifts.....one of them being the very popular RADO Diastar.

Now I hate that "dowry" system and I've always been against it. The custom is prevalent amongst the Hindus and is still in vogue even today. And when that bloody RADO is associated with a custom I'm deadly against....you can imagine how I feel.

Besides, and I'm being real honest here.....most of their designs look "pimpish" and "hookerish" to me!!

Sorry, just being honest. Their designs suck big time. I wouldn't have a RADO on my dead body.

JJ

Scarface · 17 May 2008, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well, that hatered stems from a very deep set background. Let me explain....

Back home in India, the "dowry" system still prevails. It's where the father of the bride-to-be bestows upon his son-in-law to be several gifts.....one of them being the very popular RADO Diastar.

Now I hate that "dowry" system and I've always been against it. The custom is prevalent amongst the Hindus and is still in vogue even today. And when that bloody RADO is associated with a custom I'm deadly against....you can imagine how I feel.

Besides, and I'm being real honest here.....most of their designs look "pimpish" and "hookerish" to me!!

Sorry, just being honest. Their designs suck big time. I wouldn't have a RADO on my dead body.

JJ

Wooow, thats an interesting story...thank you for sharing this JJ - as well as the deep sincere comments my friend

vukotab · 17 May 2008, 10:44 PM

For me,the things are more simple - I hate their design(I`m talking about ceramic ones),in combination with cheap(I didn`t say bad!) quartz and mechanic ETA movements.And all of that for price of one nice Omega,which is ridiculous to me.
But,model on your pic actually looks nice!

Scarface · 17 May 2008, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vukotab

For me,the things are more simple - I hate their design(I`m talking about ceramic ones),in combination with cheap(I didn`t say bad!) quartz and mechanic ETA movements.And all of that for price of one nice Omega,which is ridiculous to me.
But,model on your pic actually looks nice!

I agree, the ceramics don't appeal to my taste too.
But I found this one interesting and a nice retro look - and, for £675 or less, they are not expensive at all, taking into account the 300m rating and the ETA automatic (just remember that a Bell & Ross or a Panerai with the same kind of movement costs £3000+...not that I don't like them, of course, but I find this specific one a very honest deal).

Welshwatchman · 17 May 2008, 11:09 PM

This one is interesting.

Quality automatic movement, split seconds.

Scarface · 18 May 2008, 04:25 AM

Yes it belongs to the Rado Original line. I like their case designs.

JJ Irani · 18 May 2008, 05:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

This one is interesting.

Quality automatic movement, split seconds.

We have a RADO AD in our mall and that very model has been lying there unsold since the last 12 months or so.

JJ

Scarface · 18 May 2008, 06:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

We have a RADO AD in our mall and that very model has been lying their unsold since the last 12 months or so.

JJ

OMG JJ....hijacking the thread every second message

Ok.....

I saw the truth....the real light....finally....I was lost and I convert to the ONLY ONE. NOTHING BUT ROLEX.

I hate RADO. I HATE RADO. I HATE RADO.
I WILL NOT SPEAK ANYMORE OF RADO.
I hate RADO. I HATE RADO. I HATE RADO.
I WILL NOT SPEAK ANYMORE OF RADO.
I hate RADO. I HATE RADO. I HATE RADO.
I WILL NOT SPEAK ANYMORE OF RADO.

:r ofl:

Thank you JJ

mailman · 18 May 2008, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Well, that hatered stems from a very deep set background. Let me explain....

Back home in India, the "dowry" system still prevails. It's where the father of the bride-to-be bestows upon his son-in-law to be several gifts.....one of them being the very popular RADO Diastar.

Now I hate that "dowry" system and I've always been against it. The custom is prevalent amongst the Hindus and is still in vogue even today. And when that bloody RADO is associated with a custom I'm deadly against....you can imagine how I feel.

Besides, and I'm being real honest here.....most of their designs look "pimpish" and "hookerish" to me!!

Sorry, just being honest. Their designs suck big time. I wouldn't have a RADO on my dead body.

JJ

So what did you do with the one that Zemina's father gave you? Put it here

Scarface · 18 May 2008, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

So what did you do with the one that Zemina's father gave you? Put it here

JJ Irani · 18 May 2008, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

So what did you do with the one that Zemina's father gave you? Put it here

Read my post carefully, tosser......I said the "dowry" system prevails amongst the Hindus.

Do I look like a Hindu? Wait - don't answer that!!

mailman · 18 May 2008, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

Read my post carefully, tosser......I said the "dowry" system prevails amongst the Hindus.

Do I look like a Hindu? Wait - don't answer that!!

Seeing how you asked nicely, I won't say what you look like

Henry T · 23 May 2008, 10:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JJ Irani

The very name leaves most of us awe-struck and tongue-tied!!

Why? It is just Radio without the i.

oneillba · 23 May 2008, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

This one is interesting.

Quality automatic movement, split seconds.

Oops, I forgot to lay in with my comment. I don't like either of them either. I've seen their dress models and they don't do anything for me as well.

asadtiger · 8 June 2008, 07:45 AM

seriously, here in Pakistan I can understand what JJ means by hating the dowry system and the "rado" that comes with it..:)..and notr just that..we also associate the brand here with cheap labour returning from labour work in middle east ..sorry but thats how it is here :)

JJ Irani · 8 June 2008, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by asadtiger

seriously, here in Pakistan I can understand what JJ means by hating the dowry system and the "rado" that comes with it..:)..and notr just that..we also associate the brand here with cheap labour returning from labour work in middle east ..sorry but thats how it is here :)

Thanks, Asad......and welcome to TRF!!

RW16610 · 8 June 2008, 10:25 AM

It could be a decent watch but certainly not my style.

16 May 2008, 09:15 AM	#2
Letsgodiving "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Mike Location: Virginia, US Watch: SD 16600 Posts: 4,319	I don't know anything about Rado but I kind of like that as an over the top diver's watch. I would like to see a more natural shot of it but from a purely aesthetic perspective I think it is pretty cool looking. Looks very retro. __________________ The fool, with all his other faults, has this also - he is always getting ready to live. - Epicurus (341–270 BC)

16 May 2008, 09:22 AM	#3
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	Rado has a long history and can claim some important innovations Rado (watch) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Rado is a Swiss manufacturer of watches, with headquarters in Lengnau, Switzerland. It is noted for its use of scratch-proof materials, a field in which it is considered a pioneer. Today the company produces about half a million watches a year with a staff of about 300 in total. History Formed in 1917, Rado initially produced watch movements only. In 1957 the company launched its first collection of watches under the Rado brand. In 1962 the Rado Diastar Original, the world's first scratch-proof watch, was launched. It has been in production ever since. In 1983 Rado became part of the SMH group which was renamed in 1998 as the Swatch Group. Design Rado differs from some of the more traditional Swiss watchmakers in that it often uses unconventional materials and designs. Rado has pioneered the use of a number materials unique to watchmaking, e.g. ceramics, lanthanum and sapphire crystal. Other than the material, newer Rado watches also look very different from those from most other makers. Market reaction to this is generally mixed, with some preferring the look of the more traditional makers, and others appreciating the more distinct Rado look. __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

16 May 2008, 04:50 PM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEECH!!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

16 May 2008, 08:42 PM	#6
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	Hey JJ, why 's that ? They 're not compared to Rolex anyway - they should be judged on their individual merits __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

17 May 2008, 04:09 AM	#7
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	Noone with experience on Rado watches to give any comments ? __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

16 May 2008, 11:06 AM	#4
TheDude "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: DC Area, USA Watch: IIc,1680 Red,16660 Posts: 4,492	If I'm not mistaken, that model is a throwback to their original design - still for sale new. Larger than you'd expect, I have tried one on and it was quite nice.

17 May 2008, 09:01 AM	#9
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	Yes JJ, I understood that you hate it __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

17 May 2008, 10:44 PM	#12
vukotab "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Real Name: Vukota Brajovi Location: Belgrade,Serbia Watch: ing movies! Posts: 3,812	For me,the things are more simple - I hate their design(I`m talking about ceramic ones),in combination with cheap(I didn`t say bad!) quartz and mechanic ETA movements.And all of that for price of one nice Omega,which is ridiculous to me. But,model on your pic actually looks nice! __________________ My fashion blog and Instagram: https://stylebyvukota.com/ https://instagram.com/vukotabrajovic/

17 May 2008, 11:09 PM	#14
Welshwatchman "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Real Name: Paul Location: Wales, UK Posts: 14,578	This one is interesting. Quality automatic movement, split seconds. __________________ ..33

18 May 2008, 04:25 AM	#15
Scarface "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Minas Location: London UK Watch: Rolex , Omega Posts: 1,370	Yes it belongs to the Rado Original line. I like their case designs. __________________ *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master ll *Rolex* Oyster Perpetual Datejust *Omega* Seamaster Professional Chronograph

8 June 2008, 07:45 AM	#24
asadtiger "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Real Name: Asad A. Awan Location: kabul, Afghanista Watch: Tissot PRX Posts: 2,698	seriously, here in Pakistan I can understand what JJ means by hating the dowry system and the "rado" that comes with it..:)..and notr just that..we also associate the brand here with cheap labour returning from labour work in middle east ..sorry but thats how it is here :)

8 June 2008, 10:25 AM	#26
RW16610 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Real Name: Rommel Location: Toronto Canada Watch: 116710LN Posts: 9,189	It could be a decent watch but certainly not my style.

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