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There are certain watch brands you can recognize without even reading the name on the dial. Swiss watchmaker Rado is definitely one of them. It has carved out its own unmistakable identity in a market crowded with lookalikes—something many brands aspire to, but few achieve. What’s the secret? It’s a winning formula that combines distinctive design with high-tech materials, most notably its signature ceramic. The title “Master of Materials” isn’t just for show.
But Rado has another strong card to play: a true passion for skeleton design. Its collections are filled with watches that proudly expose their mechanical heart. In fact, nearly half of its current lineup includes skeleton or Open Heart models—a rare commitment to transparency in the world of fine watchmaking. Beyond the visual impact, this bold aesthetic reveals the brand’s technical mastery. All Rado skeletons are equipped with high-performance Swiss automatic movements offering 80 hours of power reserve.
Among Rado’s most recognizable families is the True Square collection. The bold, square-shaped case with its gently rounded edges and polished ceramic finish creates the ideal setting for showcasing openworked automatic movements.
And to break away from the conventional, Rado has taken color exploration to the next level. Beyond the traditional black, grey, and metallic Plasma tones, recent releases have included vibrant hues: unusual turquoise, punchy yellow, luminous blue, and even an all-white model featuring subtle multi-colored gemstones as hour markers.
What’s particularly interesting is how the colored ceramic case and bracelet continue visually into the bridges of the skeletonized dial, offering a seamless view of the movement beneath.
The most recent—and perhaps most divisive—version of the True Square draws inspiration from chess, featuring two bold models in a striking black-and-white color scheme. They may not be for everyone, but they’re sure to find a passionate following.
If square shapes aren’t your thing, Rado also offers more classic skeleton timepieces. The True Round Automatic Open Heart models come in black, white, or Plasma ceramic and present a slightly more reserved look. Instead of fully open dials, these watches give you a carefully framed glimpse into the movement—like peeking behind a screen.
To elevate the design and add a touch of refinement, Rado’s designers have highlighted the hands and hour markers with metallic accents in gold tones, giving the pieces a sense of understated luxury.
Rado’s beloved Captain Cook collection started with closed-dial designs that quickly found an audience. But the line truly took off when skeleton versions were introduced.
The Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Skeleton is now available in a variety of ceramic colors: black, white, green, olive, Plasma—and in 2024, it appeared in a brilliant electric blue, matching the ceramic tones of the True Square lineup.
And let’s not forget, these aren’t just pretty faces. Captain Cook models are diving watches, water-resistant to 300 meters. Skeleton watches built for the deep sea? That’s something you don’t see every day.
