Blending six decades of watchmaking innovation with contemporary sporting elegance, Rado unveils two striking skeleton timepieces featuring warm autumn tones, innovative Ceramos™ materials and an impressive 80-hour power reserve
Some watches tell the time. Others tell a story of innovation, craftsmanship and enduring design. Rado’s latest DiaStar Original Skeleton collection does all three, bringing a fresh perspective to one of Swiss watchmaking’s most recognisable icons.
Inspired by the rich colours of autumn, the two new interpretations revisit the legendary DiaStar Original, first introduced in 1962, with a contemporary sporting aesthetic. A combination of openworked mechanics, metallic finishes and colour-coordinated rubber straps gives the iconic silhouette a distinctive new personality, without compromising the design heritage that has defined it for more than six decades.
SIX DECADES OF INNOVATION, REIMAGINED
Since its debut, the DiaStar Original has represented Rado’s pioneering approach to watch design and materials innovation. These latest editions continue that legacy, introducing a sportier character through high-performance rubber straps matched to the colours of their distinctive annular dials.
The result is a seamless balance of sophistication and everyday versatility. Adding to their practicality, Rado’s EasyClip system allows the straps to be changed quickly and effortlessly, giving owners the freedom to adapt their watches to different occasions and personal styles.
THE ART OF MECHANICAL WATCHMAKING, ON FULL DISPLAY
At the heart of both models is the automatic Rado calibre R808, a three-hand skeletonised movement finished entirely in yellow-gold colour. Visible beneath a square faceted sapphire crystal, its openworked architecture transforms the intricate mechanics of traditional watchmaking into a defining design feature.
Beyond its visual appeal, the movement delivers an impressive 80-hour power reserve, offering extended autonomy between winding sessions. Its regulation in five positions exceeds standard testing requirements, reinforcing Rado’s commitment to precision, performance and reliability.
One of the collection’s most captivating details is the signature rotating anchor, a distinctive Rado emblem positioned above a black or brown background that creates an intriguing floating effect over the movement. As light interacts with the exposed mechanical components, the dial reveals changing layers of depth and detail.
The visual experience continues after dark, with luminous hands and indexes, alongside an illuminated rotating anchor that brings an additional dimension to the watch’s character.
CERAMOS™: WHERE MATERIAL SCIENCE MEETS DESIGN
A defining element of the DiaStar Original is its unmistakable radially brushed bezel, crafted from Rado’s innovative Ceramos™ material. Combining the hardness of high-tech ceramic with the lustrous appearance of metal, Ceramos™ offers an exceptional balance of durability, lightweight comfort and distinctive aesthetics.
The new collection introduces two interpretations of this signature feature.
The first features a yellow-gold-coloured PVD-coated Ceramos™ bezel, complementing the golden skeletonised movement and creating a cohesive, warm metallic aesthetic.
The second marks an exciting first for the collection, introducing a rose-gold-coloured PVD-coated Ceramos™ bezel. Its softer, warmer tone offers a fresh interpretation of the DiaStar Original’s unmistakable design language, adding a sophisticated alternative to the classic gold finish.
Both models demonstrate Rado’s mastery of advanced materials and its ability to transform technical innovation into enduring design.
AN ICON DESIGNED FOR EVERY OCCASION
With their autumn-inspired palette, contemporary rubber straps and exposed mechanical movements, the latest DiaStar Original Skeleton models offer a compelling combination of heritage and modernity.
Whether paired with everyday looks or worn for more refined occasions, these timepieces celebrate individuality while remaining unmistakably Rado.
More than six decades after the original DiaStar changed the conversation around watch materials and design, Rado continues to demonstrate that true icons do not stand still. They evolve.