Sintra

Rado Sintra Skeleton Automatic Watch

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 Sintra Automatic Watch For 2009

by Ariel Adams (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Timepieces / Watches

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.

Tags: 2009, black, ceramic, platinum, rado, sintra, timepiece, watch