Rado New Original Chronograph 100M
Key Visual & Design Features
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Case Design: Features Rado's signature oval/helmet-shaped bezel made from ultra-durable, scratch-resistant hardmetal (tungsten carbide) with a mirror-polished finish.
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Dial: A vibrant sunbrush blue dial enclosed by a outer minute track.
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Sub-dials & Functions:
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Three silver sub-dials (chronograph counters and a 24-hour display).
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A date window positioned at 4 o'clock.
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Luminous hour and minute hands with a bright blue chronograph seconds hand.
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Marked "RADO 100m" (10 bar water resistance).
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Bracelet: Stainless steel 3-link integrated bracelet with polished center links and brushed outer links.
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Movement/Pushers: Chronograph functionality with two angled pushers surrounding the main crown at 2, 3, and 4 o'clock positions.
Overall Aesthetic
It combines a retro 1970s futuristic design aesthetic—pioneered by the original 1962 DiaStar—with modern sportiness due to the chronograph functionality and rich blue accenting.