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Rado True Thinline Is Thinnest Ceramic Watch

For 2011 Rado - the original brand of the ceramic watch - releases the thinnest ceramic watch ever with the True Thinline collection. Based on the True collection, the Thinline comes in a very thin round case in either black or white ceramic. Basically this is a high-end thin Swatch Skin, in ceramic. That is OK because both are part of the Swatch group. The watch is just 5mm thick. It is also 39mm wide by 43.3mm tall. 5mm in thickness is thinner than it sounds, and this is like wearing a wrist wafer.

Technically unisex, these are more or less women's watches. They come with or without diamonds in the hour indicators and are on while or black rubber straps with a ceramic buckle. The crystal is sapphire and inside the watch is a Swiss ETA quartz movement. My choice is the while model as the hands have the most contrast and I think it fits the thin watch theme the best.

Ariel Adams publishes the wrist watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

Gallery: Rado True Thinline watch

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Rado Ceramica White Watch

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The last few times I discussed Rado, I mentioned how they were really stepping up their game for 2010. Even the watches that I didn't personally like were moving toward being much more relevant. The Ceramica name has been used since 1980 when Rado released the first ceramic watch. They were an instant success due to the look and durability of this type of ceramic. The basic modern shape of the watch has persevered today, and is available in this angular style in white (as opposed to black). There are two different dial choices in a dark silver or gold tone. Movements inside these Ceramica watches are likely Swiss quartz movements. I anticipate the Ceramica White watches will come in a few sizes for both men and women. Look for them soon.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Centrix Watches For 2010

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If you haven't noticed, Rado has been engaged in a serious new brand push this year - trying to make themselves more relevant in the Western world. Any why shouldn't they? Rado is the quintessential ceramic watch brand, and ceramic watches couldn't be hotter. Rado really doesn't want you to forget that they were one of the main reasons ceramic watches are as popular as they are. While most brands are stuck on black or white ceramic, Rado offers more colors. These Centrix pieces (for men and women) are in a silver-toned ceramic.

The larger men's version has an automatic Swiss ETA movement, and a rather handsome appearance. The nice classy look is enhanced by the highly durable and long lasting ceramic case material. There are also Jubile models for women with mother-of-pearl dials and diamond accents. Available soon, these watches should have a starting price of about 570 euros.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Integral Jubile Store Special Watch

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Here is a charming little ladies watch from Rado that is exclusively available at Rado boutiques (and perhaps a few other special authorized stores). Part of the Integral Jubile (Jubilee) collection, this "Store Special" timepiece comes in a few keen colors, and a simply minimalism that many watch lovers prefer. Rado is being quiet about the case material. I believe it is likely ceramic in a platinum tone that might look like steel, but isn't. Rather than having a ceramic and steel bracelet like other Integral watches, this special version has colored satin straps - in cream, sky blue, and a royal purple color. The case is rectangular with diamonds decorating the sides of it - 58 diamonds to be exact. Dial is a jet black color with small, but conspicuous hands. While simple, this new Integral Jubile is actually a very eye-pleasing watch for women, and should likely do well. Inside the watch is a Swiss quartz movement. Price is 2,200 euros. While Rado now sells watches direct to the consumer online via their website, I am not sure if this special version is available in that manner.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Ceramica Digital Automatic Watch

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Parts sharing at the Swatch Group? Yup. But not like that is anything new. I mean most of their watch movements come from a single source, but I digress. What I am talking about here is the movement from the new for 2010 Hamilton Pulsar watch (which I previously wrote about here). Instead of going LED like original Hamilton Pulsar, they created a Seiko Kinetic style movement that has an LCD digital display, with an automatic rotor in the back that is used to charge the quartz movement. This same movement (made by ETA), has been borrow by Rado for use in this new Ceramica Digital Automatic watch. Frankly, I think the Rado watch houses the movement better. This timepiece feels like a real 1980s throw back. Everything you love about Rado (black, ceramic), with the digital angularity that popularized the era. The negative LCD display ensure that it doesn't look like a fancy Timex either. If you like the durable nature of Rado's use of ceramic, the black shiny color, and the square look - this might be a good digital watch for you. Only downside is that there is no backlight. Should be available soon.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Sintra Skeleton Automatic Watch

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One of the last things that I ever thought I would see was a skeletonized dial Rado. The ultra minimalist brand that uses ceramic just doesn't "go that way." At least until now. The new Sintra Skeleton Automatic watch does skeletonization in a "Rado" way. Using a Sintra ceramic case and bracelet, the movement is a specially colored ETA automatic with mostly black bridges and some gold-tones segments. The movement is also COSC Chronometer certified.

Applied on the sapphire crystal are gold-toned hour markers so that you can read the time. The watch is an interesting look for Rado, and I like the two tone approach - giving the watch mostly black and gold tones. A dash of red color is included thanks to the synthetic ruby stones in the movement. On the back of the watch you can see a customized automatic rotor that is done in the shape of Rado's anchor logo.

Not too sure about the price, but the Sintra Skeleton Automatic watch will be limited to just 111 pieces. Look for it soon.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado r5.5 Automatic Watch

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This is the next Rado watch that was designed by Jasper Morrison. He has been giving Rado new types of modernist minimalist designs recently and they have really helped the brand stay in character but also relevant in today's market. I have a special place in my heart for Rado given their work to advance ceramic watches being of the first to offer them en masse.

While many Rado watches arrive with Swiss quartz movements, this new model will feature a Swiss ETA automatic 2829A2 movement that is decorated and visible through the caseback window. Like most Rado watches, the r5.5 Automatic will be constructed mostly of ceramic (in black) and also have some black PVD coated steel and titanium (the caseback) as part of the watch's construction.

I find the dial in the TV screen shaped case to be very easy to read. it is like a Rado interpretation of a diver watch. Really easy to read and spot hour markers done in SuperLuminova luminant that contrast well with the black face. The hands are equally easy to spot making for a bold, yet uncomplicated look. Jasper did a nice job with this one. Unlike most ceramic watches that are shiny in finish, the r5.5 Automatic will have a matte finish that continues onto the bracelet (that is titanium and ceramic). Don't forget that ceramic has a really good ability to resist scratches and wear. Look for the watch soon and likely to cost several thousand dollars.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

Gallery: Rado r5.5 Automatic Watch

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Rado r5.5 Watch

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This is not the first Rado watch I've seen that actually looks like a TV screen - but it does look a lot like one. Applying their new style of minimalism (but not too much minimalism you can't easily read the watch dial), the new Rado r5.5 line is another all ceramic beauty from the brand that doesn't try too hard to look good. These designs are all created by artist Jasper Morrison.The square shaped case gracefully edges into a solid lug structure for the also all ceramic bracelet at the ends of the case. The dials are done with a sunburst polish and the watch comes with gold or steel tone hands and indexes.

You can opt for a chronograph or three-hand variant of the r5.5 watch (I still don't get the name). The thin cases have Swiss quartz movements in them. Rado didn't mention how wide the cases are, so I can't share that with. Crystals are of course sapphire. One thing I have noticed about most all Rado ceramic watches are that no matter how old they are, the watches almost always look new due to the brand's particular good use of the highly scratch resistant ceramic compound. Look for the Rado r5.5 watches soon.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Sintra Automatic Watch For 2009

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A welcome addition to the increasingly lively line of Rado watches is this new Sintra Automatic for 2009. The shape of the watch as it widens at the case is almost iconic at this point, while most of the visible features of the watch are ceramic - available in black or platinum colors. It has a sort of smooth, effortless elegance that works well on both the male and female wrist (models sized for each gender are available). The inner case of the watch is steel, while the screws and clasp are titanium. Inside the watch is an automatic ETA 2892 movement that ought to power the easy-to-read face nicely.

I like that the face of the watch is actually very easy to read. Certain Rado watches have been less easy on the eyes from a legibility standpoint, but the round dial and lume covered hands are simple and effective. A large sapphire crystal over the face is flush with the rest of the watch case. I think the Sintra line was always "futuristic" in style, but never too far out there as to alienate people wanting a classic looking watch. The Sintra is now an icon for Rado, and still a handsome timepiece for a few thousand dollars.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Ceramica Jubile Diamond Baguettes Watch

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This is the first ever fully ceramic watch from Rado, which is a bit ironic as Rado is the company that really helped popularize ceramic as a material to used in watches. This watch also is part of Rado's 20th anniversary as a watch company. I don't think it was until the Chanel J12 came about though, that other watch makers started really picking up on the ceramic material as much. This is the newest version of the Rado Jubile Ceramica. The watch is not exactly totally ceramic, as the movement and such is still metal. The dial is interesting (and non ceramic) being made up of 102 black treated baguette cut diamonds which are set into white gold - I've never quite seen anything like it. The metalized text on the dial is actually on the bottom of the sapphire crystal. The watch is available in the all black tones as pictured or in steel and platinum tones.

Inside the thin watch is an ETA 255.441 quartz movement, but you really can't tell as there is no seconds hand. I must admit that it is a pretty watch with a significant "stealth wealth" feel. Not that the watch isn't impressive, but rather that the luxury appointments are designed into the watch in a creative and subtle manner. More of a connoisseurs Rado, versus something too showy. Of course the watch isn't exactly a breeze to read, but this fine timpiece runs more on the jewelry, rather than instrument side of watches.

Ariel Adams publishes the popular watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

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Rado Integral Chronograph Jubilé women's watch

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The Moodie Report has pictures of the new Integral Chronograph Jubilé women's watch from Rado. The watch has a platinum-finished case decorated with 24 white diamonds. The dial come in three colors: burgundy, turquoise and white and has platinum finish Arabic numerals of 12, 4, and 8 and timekeeping functions for 1/10 second, 30 minutes and a small second counter. There is a date window at the six o'clock position. The bracelet is a combination of platinum-finish ceramics with either steel links or a leather strap in a color that matches the dial.

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