Rado Diastar Original Review

[@mahfah7911]

Now that’s a review ! Owners will be proud to learn all the heritage and work. Also, the Rado Anchor on dial serve another purpose which very little known. Once it stops revolving after years, it’s an indication that it needs service! Liked the video. More Rado reviews please

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Mah Fah! Thanks for the kind words and glad you enjoyed the video. I'm a big fan of Rado and will try to get another for review. Cheers!

[@midrissarkar8690]

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[@andyl2726]

I still have this watch 20 years now still looks new

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Andy L! They really are incredible in that respect. Rado should get a lot more credit for its use of innovative materials. Other watch manufacturers are only recently catching up. Here's to another 20 years of looking like new! Cheers!

[@andyl2726]

@@watchscotch6203 tempted to get the all gold but kind of super flashy for me lol

[@watchscotch6203]

@@andyl2726 I'm not too keen on all gold watches, especially if they are entirely polished like those, but it would be super retrotastic!

[@andyl2726]

@@watchscotch6203 as im getting older I have lost quite some weight through the years ..this model seems a bit big on me now and was wondering u think the ladies version is too small for a 7inch wrist

[@watchscotch6203]

@@andyl2726 I also have a 7 inch wrist and as I said in the video I think it works well. It is actually one of my smaller watches at 35 mm in diameter. The ladies versions drop down to around 27 mm so they will appear considerably smaller and I think the bracelets are also narrower so your looking at quite a reduced footprint on your wrist. I wouldn't personally go much smaller than 35 mm, but it's up to your personal preference. My wrists are a fairly flat 7 inches so I may have a bit more wrist real estate to play with. Cheers!

[@exj220]

Rado is so underrated.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi exj220! I completely agree, Rado doesn't get the appreciation that they deserve. They have so many great pieces and so many firsts for the industry. What they do with materials science is pretty incredible. Cheers!

[@Shiraz321]

why

[@capiztirzo2724]

My father bought a Rado diastar 1966 the year I was born. He gave the watch to me when I turned 30 in 1996. I still have the watch and t still works and still scratch free.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Capiz! That's excellent! I think Rado make phenomenal watches and the technical aspect of the hard materials they use is amazing. Here's to another 30 years! Cheers!

[@mariumrajah]

My father bought one too on holiday Qatar 1990. I have it for the last 20 years . Service twice, changed bracelet 4 times. I wear it . I’ll give it to my son soon … still looks new .

[@juaco42]

I recently bought one and have loved it since I was a child, its design never goes out of style.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Eugenia! I'm glad you're a fan of the watch and now own one. I couldn't agree more about how cool and retro yet timeless this piece is. Cheers!

[@martinharrison4245]

Got an original diver, it's a fantastic watch, not stunning straight away, but it grows on you. So underated as a watch brand. Very classy watches, and I thought the anchor swivel on the automatics acts as a gauge to let you know when it needs a service , because when the oils dry out the anchor doesn't move . I could be wrong but it does makes sense !!!

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Martin! That's an excellent watch! Is it the one with the interior rotating bezel? I've heard that the spinning anchor logo was an indication of service interval as it was mounted on a lubricated ruby so when the oil dried out on it and the anchor stopped rotating you should assume that the oil was also dry inside the movement. I think Rado may have had a patent on this. I believe that this is no longer the case on modern Rados, although they do still have the spinning anchor on all automatic pieces, they are no longer lubricated or meant to be a service indicator. Cheers!

[@martinharrison4245]

@@watchscotch6203yes it's the one with the inner bezel. Basically looks like the diastar . I have the blue and orange one but the green one is lovely too.

[@red007lp]

I own a Rado Diastar myself (my father gave it to me) and the manufactoring building respectively the HQ in Lengnau is just a couple of kilometres away from me. I'm really impressed by how much of a beating this watch can take!

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Red007lp! That's great! These watches are incredibly durable and seem to last forever as a result of the super hard materials. Awesome that you are so close to the Rado HQ. I have yet to visit Switzerland, but hope to soon! Cheers!

[@red007lp]

@@watchscotch6203 I hope you'll be able to visit Switzerland in the near future :) It's definately worth it, not only concerning watches ;)

[@watchscotch6203]

@@red007lp I'm sure it is. Very beautiful place, watches are a bonus ;) It's on my list. Cheers!

[@red007lp]

@@watchscotch6203 I know this sounds strange especially from a stranger ;) but ... if you're going to visit Switzerland make sure to visit Biel. If you decide to do so why don't you reach out to me (IG.: Red007lp) and I'll show you the city/Omega Museum/.../ :) If that sounds like a good plan to you then feel free to add me on Insta! Cheers =)

[@tc6578]

Thanks for posting this wonderful review of the Rado Diastar Original. In 2017, I was lucky enough to have spotted this very same watch (cuff links and all) in a vendor's web store. Needless to say I snatched it up straight away. It was in NOS condition and runs perfectly at between +7.5 and 9.5 s/d. I am happy with the purchase as this watch, just as you described in this video, represents numerous inventions that Rado had introduced into watch engineering, design and production. Firsts like the tungsten carbide case and sapphire crystal applications on a sports watch for that time period were no small feats. It is unfortunate that Rado is not well known in North America. However, I gather that Rado has been quite popular in South Asian countries like India since the '60's!

[@watchscotch6203]

Thanks T C! Congrats on the purchase and I'm glad you're so pleased with it. Rado is very under-appreciated in North America, such a shame as I think they have quite a lot to offer and at reasonable prices. I've also heard that they are much more popular in Asia. It's interesting how some brands do much better in some markets than in others. It would be cool to see a map of global sales across watch brands, difficult to get that data I guess and also so many watches are moving around on the grey market that it would be difficult to track sales or where the watches end up. Cheers!

[@richdubbya]

I love Rado. Sadly they don't get the love they deserve. I have a day date version with an eta2836. Great watch.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Richard, I do like the vertical layout of the day date on those. Quite unusual, but I think it really works. So true that Rado is under-appreciated. They've made so many interesting and unique designs and are real leaders in materials development. Likely that any Swatch group ceramic watch you come across has benefitted from the work done at Rado. Cheers!

[@SB-tg6mn]

Rado, the Rolex of Asia (or the East)

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi S B! Rado certainly does seem to be highly popular in Asia. I think that the brand has a lot of heritage behind it and they are doing some very cool things with their recent releases too. They are certainly less expensive than Rolex and arguably much more of a good value proposition. Cheers!

[@roox101481]

been on the hunt for this exact model for a year now... they don't go for much, but are super rare!

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Colin! They have become really hard to find. I got this one 5 years ago and I'm really pleased with it. Good luck with the hunt! Cheers!

[@hillbillyartscrafts4367]

cant believe you didn't show off the glide extension on the clasp, thats the best part

[@watchscotch6203]

You're right. Sorry I didn't highlight that, it's a spring loaded extension in the clasp. Thanks for catching that! Cheers!

[@fungusfoong9080]

Thanks for this superb review. I think the newer reissues come with extended power reserve of 80 hours from newer ETA movements.

[@watchscotch6203]

Thanks Fungus! You're right the newer releases are mostly being fitted with the Powermatic 80 hour movements, which is nice to see! I'm liking what I see with the re-issue Golden Horse models in particular. Cheers!

[@rashademon666]

Rado is my favorite. The best watch in the world. Please do a video on Rado Diastar Iridescent purple dial. Also mention wether its still in production

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Rashad! Rado is a big favorite of mine too! I don't think an iridescent purple dial is still in production, but they do still have quite a few interesting dials in the collection (www.rado.com/collections/original). Unfortunately, I don't have one in my collection, but I hope to add another Rado watch soon so stay tuned. Cheers!

[@rashademon666]

@@watchscotch6203 Thank you for the reply. Wish you good luck and expecting fresh videos.

[@fungusfoong9080]

It's still available. Have a look at their website.

[@Watch-Crazy]

Really excellent review! And people do forget how ahead of the game they were with their materials.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Watch Crazy! Thanks for the kind words! Yes Rado are huge innovators and I think they still don't get the appreciation they deserve. Cheers!

[@Watch-Crazy]

@@watchscotch6203 No need to thank me, credit where credit is due! You're absolutely right!! Nic 👊

[@H0kram]

Fantastic review, especially when we consider that this is the most exhaustive video we can find on this piece. I'm subscribing, for the knowledge on whisky as well 😄 can't wait to visit Scotland, cheers from France.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Citizen 9! Thank you so much for the kind words, they are much appreciated! I hope you get to Scotland soon! Cheers!

[@fungus70]

Excellent review. Love the Diastars.

[@sharifhaque4722]

I just got the RADO diastar R12408613. All silver with black face. Love it

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Sharif! That's a great piece! I love the colour combo and the faceted crystal. Having the Powermatic 80 movement is an added bonus. Cheers!

[@ljubomirdimovski7990]

I have the Rado diastar 1/e from my father, who had it 50 years. Still like new, no scratches. This watch is undestructable. I love it. The serial number 0350 is on the bracelet

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Ljubomir! That's a great piece and awesome that it has sentimental value too. It's incredible how these watches last, the materials used were way ahead of their time. I'm sure it will last another 50 years! Cheers!

[@sochyvonnnora6035]

Rado is underrated but your channel gets it way worse. Keep up. Im a new subscriber.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi sochyvonn! Thank you for the kind words! Cheers!

[@rhjn8751]

i got the RADO BALBOA chronometer type, caliber 2824, even though it's vintage, it's still running in good condition, kudos to rado!

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Rh! Awesome watch! Rado are a great manufacturer. Definitely don't get the appreciation that they deserve. Cheers!

[@SarahVerhoeven]

love rado watch the quality is the best

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Sarah! I completely agree. Rado make really great watches! Cheers!

[@christopherrios9009]

Black Label is such a good whiskey. Thanks for making the video about Rado watches. You appreciate Rado’s Scratch Proof design after your B watch gets scratched.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Christopher! I couldn't agree more! Thanks for the kind words. Rado's work with materials is really something and they don't get the appreciation they deserve, in my opinion. Cheers!

[@anonym-zd6yl]

I have this Watch original in Silver amd Gold 🤤

[@watchscotch6203]

It's a great watch, wear it in good health! Cheers!

[@mariumraja4821]

I was a kid my Dad & Uncles wore Rados I remember seeing Rados as a kid .. I'm 45 now I've had many watches but I always have a soft spot the Rados ... I own 7 original models ..

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Marium! That's great! I'm a big Rado fan myself, what's your favourite piece? Cheers!

[@mariumraja4821]

@@watchscotch6203 my favorite piece would be my dads Rado The original Gold 1992 jubile.. Since my dads passed away 2003 I've serviced the watch twice 2011-2020 paid big money for both services.. My next best watch is Omega Man on Moon Mechanical.. I own that too ..

[@watchscotch6203]

@@mariumraja4821 Very cool pieces! Has the original got an interesting dial? Some of the combinations on those were very retro and cool. I bet it still looks pretty good despite its age due to the use of the hard metal. The Omega moon watch is also a classic, never go out of style. Cheers!

[@mariumraja4821]

@@watchscotch6203 I believe theres more then 200 dials over the years .. The space cosmo's look dial is a pretty cool one ..

[@agastyanadadhur9485]

Why is this guy underrated?

[@alis5465]

Thank you for this super informative review. You got a new subscriber

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Ali s! Thanks for the kind words! I'm really glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for subscribing. Cheers!

[@alis5465]

@@watchscotch6203 cheers!

[@alkitab786]

Where to get this watch now do you still own it thanks

[@MiguelBricaBrac]

I have seen some Diastar models from back in the day with a screw case back, but this one has a press on case back, were these originally press and then “updated” screw on case backs?

[@imranalias3554]

I do own the Diastar model in the advertisement "inventors of the scratch proof watch". It is really a great & accurate watch.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Imran! Very cool! I believe that one has a faceted crystal, I think that really adds to the futuristic vibe of the watch. They are really awesome watches. Glad you are enjoying yours. Cheers!

[@sylversyrfer6894]

Excellent review!!

[@watchscotch6203]

Thanks Sylver! Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!

[@tasheeralam2186]

Rado is still no 1 hero in Asian countries, my father had one but sold becauce it was scarry to wear and walk on suburban streets at night , was hot cake for snatchers and criminals those days.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Tasheer! I've heard that Rado is big in Asia. I'm not sure why it is so under-appreciated in Europe and U.S. I suspect that many think of it as being more of a "fashion" watch or ladies watch. I think Rado is great! Really innovative with materials and doing some very cool and unusual designs. They are also pretty good value for money. Cheers!

[@tasheeralam2186]

@@watchscotch6203 you are absolutely right, thanks for all of your work.

[@demonknight3986]

New sub!!! Great commentary, very informative. Good stuff! Cheers!

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Demon Knight! Thanks very much for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers!

[@najafali840]

What is the exact weight of the watch ?

[@Has.S]

Great video, thanks for sharing. Do you know if the RR12408613 model is made from tungsten too?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Has! Thanks for the kind words! That reference is a Diastar Original and its case is Rado's hardmetal. So yes it is made of the same tungsten carbide as the watch in the video. It's an excellent material and altogether a very cool watch. Cheers!

[@Has.S]

@@watchscotch6203 thanks mate.

[@gangadharanmk7710]

Wher is the show in lndia and much money in lndia ruppes,

[@alfredovelazquez6450]

Excelente maquinaria tengo un rado y tiene conmigo 49 años está intacto Cómo el primer día que lo compré, el que tengo tiene 12 diamantes Qué son los números, prueba de golpe y de agua, cristal Zafiro corindón el cristal más duro después del diamante, la caja de cristal no sé rayan nunca, un reloj que verdaderamente llama la atención de todos los de toros

[@Dpak1980]

I love Rado design

[@arnoldbarbasan19]

I got mine 1212/1962 still new with cufflinks and box.. how much do you think is the retail price of this watch now?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Arnold! Nice find! They don't come up for sale often as they are limited edition and from 2012. I hope you are enjoying the watch. Cheers!

[@arnoldbarbasan19]

@@watchscotch6203 Yes I am enjoying the beauty of the watch. So you mean it is rare and the value is higher? I would like to ask the indexes of the watch, is it made of gold? Or chromium?

[@watchscotch6203]

@@arnoldbarbasan19 Great! They are very hard to come by and I haven't seen one for sale in some time, although I am not constantly checking. I did notice that these tend to go for a little more than the original price as they are rare. Also, if you look at Rado's current offerings on their website there are very few that are not gold colored so the silver hard metal is less available right now in new pieces. Good question about the indices. I'm not sure what they are made of as this was never stated by Rado in the specs. On more expensive pieces in the Swatch group (of which Rado is part) then the hands and indices tend to be at least Rhodium plated. They will be made with or plated in some kind of chemically inert element, but your guess is as good as mine. Cheers!

[@arnoldbarbasan19]

@@watchscotch6203 well detailed explaination buddy! Thanks. Hope our watch would stay more years to come 70 to 80 years. This is rare, we need to celebrate we are only 1,962 pieces around the world. I am from the philippines, I think we are only 5 in the Philippines owned this kind of watch.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@arnoldbarbasan19 I'm glad you are so pleased with yours. I love mine too. It is very versatile for wearing, has a great retro look that makes it stand out, and the case materials are awesome! The fact it is limited is nice to know that not too many others are out there. Cheers!

[@wonderboy2471]

Hi. I have a rado diastar from my father I was told that it was purchased around 1999 to 2000 and it doesn't have a swiss made marking in the 6 o clock instead there is swiss and 3 numbers. Is it original or fake? It shows the quality of original since it really is scratchproof.

[@watchscotch6203]

@wonderboy2471 Hi! Rado has sometimes only written Swiss and the model number on dials. Another thing you can do is google the serial number (engraved somewhere on the back of the watch) to see if it is listed as fake or appears on any Rado other than yours. Serial numbers are unique to every watch unless they have been copied on fakes. If you are concerned, I'd recommend seeking out a watchmaker who could tell you about the provenance. Cheers!

[@rolandcordero1980]

An excellent review of the Diastar. Nice explanation of what the vibrations per minute mean. Enjoyed your comment on the Black Label as well. After watching your review I’ve decided to subscribe. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi rolandcordero1980, thanks so much for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!

[@muzamilahmad6392]

I really need this watch

[@bernardjameswilson]

When I check their website all the diastar models just have "hard metal" on the case material. That hard metal is tungsten carbide? Or did they discontinue using that metal?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Bernard! I believe that "hard metal" is their name for tungsten carbide. They are still making the diastar range with tungsten carbide cases. Cheers!

[@KaweeMeksongruek]

I got one of these and love it

[@studiobencivengamarcusbenc5272]

i have an original one and it looks brand new - this is not only cool it is true design - the reissue does not have the brilliant glass which is a shame

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Marcus! I couldn't agree more! It would have been cool if they had done the faceted crystal on the front, but I think the original model the re-issue is based on had a flat crystal. It was slightly later that they began to use faceted crystals. Rado is still producing the Diastar and some of the models do have that cool crystal and some even have the new 80 hour power reserve eta movement! Check them out here: www.rado.com/en_us/collections/original/original

[@vibhav47rocks]

Hey I own a Rado Diastar Automatic Watch. My watch currently loses around a minute a day. I even got it recently serviced. But it's still losing a minute a day. Is that normal or should I be concerned?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Vibhav! As you know an auto watch will not be as accurate as a quartz, but I would expect it to be off by at most 20-30 seconds a day and ideally a lot less. When the watch was serviced was it also regulated? It may be in perfect working order, but needs to be tuned to get the accuracy. Cheers!

[@swright5690]

I want to love this watch....and I love the shape....I think it is let down by the 40 hours of reserve on the ETA 2836-2 movement.

[@watchscotch6203]

Certainly when compared with the new offerings from Rado that have the Powermatic 80 hour movement the 40 hours does seem lacking, but when this was released in 2012 there were not many movements available in this price range with longer power reserves. The Powermatic 80, which is an evolution of the ETA 2824-2, was only introduced in 2011 so I think it may have just missed the boat for being included in this piece. I'm not sure which watch the Powermatic first appeared in although I think it was the Tissot Powermatic 80 that came out at Baselworld 2013. Also, as this is an anniversary limited piece I think it is perhaps fitting that it has the older movement, in some ways. Cheers!

[@cy4624]

2836-2 is a bulletproof work horse movement which I far prefer over the fragile and under performing PM80.

[@WorldView22]

I had the impression that they used a ETA 2824-2 on this model...

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi WorldView! I'm not positive on this as I haven't taken the back off for a look, but I believe it is the 2836-2. That may not make much sense as this piece doesn't have a day/date, only a date. Normally you'd expect that the 2836-2 is only used when a day is also displayed versus the date only 2824-2 version. I'm not sure why Rado would do this other than a lot of their original diastar models have day/dates so they had the movements laying around or because they liked the more snappy date change of the 2836-2 over the smoother 2824-2. I'll find out at service ;-) Cheers!

[@WorldView22]

@@watchscotch6203 Thanks for your prompt reply and happy new year! Your thoughts are my thoughts exactly. I should know what movement it uses since I own one but never verified that info and always assumed that it's some refined ETA 2824 under the hood. I might need to unearth the box and check the paperwork. :-) It's a wonderful little watch; my only complaint is that there is no manual-wind option which is very annoying when you pick up the watch after a while and are forced to shake it for a good couple of minutes in order to wear it reliably.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@WorldView22 I just checked my paperwork and it has a Rado calibre 648 which seems to be a 2836-2. Either way it is a great watch and I'm glad you're pleased with yours. It should manual wind with the crown at 0 (all the way in) position and rotating clockwise. These movements can be quite stiff to wind, but if there is no give it might be an indication of needing a service. I only give it a couple of winds to get it ticking then let the rotor do the rest as I wear it. I think that is always the best approach for autos. Cheers!

[@WorldView22]

Watch & Scotch Thanks. The crown in position 0 is completely recessed so there is no grip to wind it.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@WorldView22 Yes it is a tricky one. The crown should ideally be a little larger and not recessed. Although that might spoil the clean look of the shield like case from the front. I manage to wind it between my thumb and index finger with my index finger doing most of the work from the back, but it is difficult and my fingers are on the smaller size.

[@mohammadkooheji1286]

Legend and Beautiful watch

[@watchscotch6203]

Thanks Mohammad! It's a real classic piece. Cheers!

[@mohammadkooheji1286]

@@watchscotch6203 I own Rado Diastar 18 magic . It`s the Beautiful middle watch in the ad. of the video you posted .

[@watchscotch6203]

@@mohammadkooheji1286 Very cool watch Mohammad! That's the one with the vertical day/date on the dial, it's quite unusual to see that layout. They made that in gold and silver cases with a faceted sapphire crystal and some really unusual dials including Tiger's eye gemstone. What does yours look like? Cheers!

[@mohammadkooheji1286]

@@watchscotch6203 Iam about to post a video of my my rado-diastar-magic-18 , Pelle`s rado-diastar-magic-29 and rado-diastar-magic-Tiger Eye .

[@mohammadkooheji1286]

@@watchscotch6203 Just published my video kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2LPdIOEbttqqNU

[@oncall100]

I've made up my mind. I'm going to buy a bottle of scotch😅 Really? I'm going to buy a watch. Nice video

[@agastyanadadhur9485]

Does the Rado Logo, which is in Red colour, move around?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Agastya! The Rado anchor logo does rotate. This is something that Rado has been doing for a long time on their watch dials and you continue to see the rotating anchor logo on their new models. I believe that they only use the rotating logo on watches with an automatic movement as it is meant to echo the movement's rotor that winds the watch. Cheers!

[@agastyanadadhur9485]

Watch & Scotch, I don’t think so if the anchor is only used in automatic mechanisms, as I have noticed it in non-automatic watches of Rado’s too.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@agastyanadadhur9485 Hi Agastya! That may be. I don't own any quartz Rado pieces so I'm not sure. I thought that they only put the rotating anchor symbol on the dials of auto watches, but I could be wrong. Did a quick search of the current offerings on the Rado site and I don't see an anchor logo on any of the quartz pieces, but maybe they used to on older models. Cheers!

[@agastyanadadhur9485]

Watch & Scotch , you are Right, the Anchor moves only in Automatic Models.

[@TeachingYouExcel]

Might be very resistant to scratches but drop it on a tiled surface and it just cracks. Happened to a "friend"

[@watchscotch6203]

I've heard that too. Tungsten carbide, like all of the hard metal and ceramic materials that are used by many watchmakers, is incredibly hard and resistant to scratches, but if hit with enough force the material can crack. I've not had any issues with mine. I've occasionally banged it into a railing or door frame, but never dropped it onto a hard surface.

[@Samurai9901]

If watch companies were people Rado would be the crazy scientist 😂

[@watchscotch6203]

Really cool way of describing them! Cheers!

[@mohammedjashim7186]

What is this watch model

[@swright5690]

what was the MSRP on this. I like this watch. I just found one on ebay for $2500. I thought the MSRP in 2019 was around $1200. Have they really gone up in value that much or is he crazy?

[@watchscotch6203]

The MSRP was $1250 USD. This is a limited edition so they have become somewhat hard to find. You can still buy similar new models from Rado with a max MSRP of $1750. I guess it just depends how much you want this particular piece and whether you want to wait for another to come on the market. I haven't kept track of what these have been going for of late and there don't seem to be any other examples for sale in the usual places.

[@swright5690]

@@watchscotch6203 Thx much. Seems like the new models are a bit different and don't have quite as much detail on the dial. But limited edition is limited edition. Still cool watches. Thx for the reply.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@swright5690 You're very welcome! I think that the new models are still pretty faithful to the original or at least are a cool new interpretation. The dials aren't just as cool in my mind either, but you are still getting the hard metal case and in some cases some nice features that are not on this original (e.g. faceted sapphire, powermatic 80 movements, a larger crown - the one on the original is a quite hard to wind, screw down case back vs snap - higher water resistance, day/date display). Plus they still look superbly retro and are retro in size too! Cheers!

[@savrocks4256]

Whats the point of having a scratchproof body if the watch is not strong enough. I had my Diastar bezel chipped off due to small accidental impact on the wall. Its a very delicate watch

[@watchscotch6203]

Sorry to hear that sav rocks! I've not had any issues with this one. I know that "hardmetal"- tungsten carbide does have some brittle properties due to the tungsten, but I thought it was just as durable as steel or gold. Tungsten carbide can't bend like steel or gold, but I thought it would take massive pressure to break it. Ceramic has the benefit of being scratch resistant also, but it can shatter if you give it a really hard knock. What model do you have?

[@savrocks4256]

@@watchscotch6203 R12413493 Gold diastar watch

[@savrocks4256]

@@watchscotch6203 instead of buying the fragile Rado i might as well go for a much durable Seiko

[@mohammadkooheji1286]

Really ? how you managed this kind of damage ? RADO DIASTAR is considered one of the toughest watches ever produced .

[@savrocks4256]

@@mohammadkooheji1286 well the Rivoli shopkeeper himself admitted that although ceramic is scratch resistant, its not strong enough. It is meant to be handled with care.

[@bastienrichel2885]

the logo moves around ?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Bastien! The Rado anchor logo does rotate! This is something that Rado has been doing for a long time on their watch dials and you continue to see the rotating anchor logo on their new models. I believe that they only use the rotating logo on watches with an automatic movement as it is meant to echo the movement's rotor that winds the watch. Cheers!

[@Sinackular]

What's the model number of this watch? Thank you very much

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Diego! It's 648.0417.3 Cheers!

[@swright5690]

I also wish it had a screw-down crown so you jump in the pool or go for a swim. I know its not a diver, but I question how waterproof any watch is with a push/pull stem.

[@watchscotch6203]

That's very true. I'd only assume that this one is splash proof and definitely not take it swimming. Some of the new models of the Diastar do have screw-down crowns and casebacks. Cheers!

[@what-mu7xv]

Maybe i can put your mind at ease considering the Rado Diastar water resistance. I have owned this watch(different dial) since the '90s i have been in the swimming pool,shower,bathing kids rain, sauna,jacuzzi and never had a problem. Not that i would skin dive or scuba dive.

[@b.lmelavankimelavanki3328]

I have Rado jubli 6020 G lovely ♥️

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Melavanki! Very cool! The bracelets on those are really nice and does it have diamonds on the dial? The hands are so fine on those too. Cheers!

[@b.lmelavankimelavanki3328]

@@watchscotch6203 ya it has diamond on dail ☺️

[@akjrviray7483]

Is the glass also scratch proof?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Akjr! Yes it is a sapphire crystal that is scratch resistant. It's much harder than acrylic and mineral glass that are generally used on less expensive watches. Cheers!

[@jesusitorayala8214]

watch n scotch, are you sure theyll give, 10, to 20 % discount, even here in Saudi Arabia?

[@watchscotch6203]

I can't speak about Saudi Arabia, only Europe and US. It of course depends on the dealer and the make. Don't expect anything off a steel Rolex, if you can even find one! Often dealers have some room to come down on price especially if it is an older model or not high demand, but it always helps if you have a relationship with them i.e. you're a repeat customer. They will often give a discount for cash purchases vs credit card. They may be inflexible on price, but perhaps can through in an extra strap or something like that. I would say it doesn't hurt to ask as long as you are respectful and serious about the piece, i.e. ready to buy. Cheers!

[@jesusitorayala8214]

ok im planning to buy another one, here in saudi arabia. but i dont see this model. tungsten carbide.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@jesusitorayala8214 This model is a limited edition of 1962 pieces, but Rado do still make the Diastar range that has very similar models to this one. The Diastars are all still tungsten carbide cases or what Rado calls "hardmetal". They also make watch cases using numerous other forms of ceramic and metal/ceramic combinations. Cheers!

[@jesusitorayala8214]

does it mean, all Rado diastar are SCRATCH PROOF?

[@watchscotch6203]

@@jesusitorayala8214 Yes all diastars and actually most Rado watches are effectively scratch proof. The model I discuss in this video is just a re-issue of Rado's first ever watch to use tungsten carbide and be scratch proof. The rest of the diastar range are also made with tungsten carbide and so are scratch proof, unless they come into contact with a harder material, like diamond. Most of Rado's other ranges like the Ceramica, True, Integral, Hyperchrome are all made with some form of ceramic material and so can be considered to be virtually scratch proof as well. Rado is a really unique watch brand! Cheers!

[@ipeehofficialotomotive1106]

rado 22k gold jubile swiss 872231 dikeluarkan tahun berapa?

[@mohammedjashim7186]

What is this model number ?

[@najimintahjilon8483]

How much original diastar with diamond

[@yngvar2403]

What's the difference between DiaStar vs DiaMaster?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Yngvar! Great question! Apart from the obvious styling differences (DiaMaster is much more traditional in my opinion) they are made of different materials. Diastar (released in 1962) is a composite material that Rado calls Hardmetal. It's a combination of tungsten carbide (a ceramic) and a metal alloy to give exceptional hardness. The Diamaster (released more recently) is made of high-tech ceramic which is Zirconium Oxide with trace elements added for color. Both materials become incredibly hard, but not as brittle as regular ceramics. They also both take on a metallic hue, but are not really metal. Rado has put a lot of research and development into these materials and the results are super cool and pretty unique in the watch world. Cheers!

[@yngvar2403]

@@watchscotch6203 would you recommend the automatic vs quartz for DiaStar original? I'm leaning towards automatic. How resistant is the watch from scratches as they claim it is?

[@watchscotch6203]

@@yngvar2403 Auto vs quartz is difficult as there are many arguments on both sides. For a DiaStar Original I'd lean towards auto as the range is very much retro and I feel that autos are going to give you the complete experience of the retro (aesthetics and movement). That's why I went with this piece. The scratch resistance is pretty amazing. I've had this one for 4-5 years and have no scratches. It's common to find vintage DiaStars from the 60s and 70s that still look shiny new. Cheers!

[@yngvar2403]

@@watchscotch6203Cool. Thanks! I find there's so much critique with luxury watches. Anything quartz is considered non luxury. I am leaning on automatic as I already have a new quartz watch.

[@watchscotch6203]

@@yngvar2403 You're welcome! There are a lot of very fixed opinions in the watch world, but ultimately you go with whatever makes you happy. I think quartz is great and there are certainly times when it fits the piece better, other times I feel auto works well. I think it depends on the piece, considerations of history, and the intended use. There is of course no doubt that there is a lot of craftsmanship in an auto movement and a certain amount of fascination that results from that, especially in our modern digital world, but it is also true that quartz is an incredible technical achievement and has its own great history. Quartz pieces can also be high-end and I feel that the level of finishing, quality, and perhaps history are the real determinants of luxury.

[@Mile-long-list]

This made me want to have a drink

[@watchscotch6203]

Cheers!

[@ricardopaloma4390]

pls help me about price

[@mactavish9261]

How do i pull the crown out on this watch.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Mactavish! With some difficulty, it's not the easiest. As it is recessed and covered by the shield like bezel, I find it best to pull it from underneath using the tip of my fingernail. Cheers!

[@mactavish9261]

@@watchscotch6203 thank you for the response. It turns out you had to spin the crown in order for it to come out. Sheers 👍🏽

[@King__Mo]

How do you wind it?

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Mak! The crown is somewhat hidden by the shield-like bezel of the watch so I use my finger to roll the crown from behind. Once you get it going you can let the automatic rotor do the rest once you are wearing it. Cheers!

[@King__Mo]

@@watchscotch6203 thanks a lot , have a great day!

[@salimdiwan6646]

This species what is price

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Salim! As shown at the end of the video, the price is $1250 USD. However, this is a limited edition released in 2012 and is no longer available, but Rado do still produce the Original Diastar models found here: www.rado.com/en_us/collections/diastar-original Cheers!

[@felipedejesusvelozserna8033]

Hermoso, hermoso, hermoso !

[@pranamchodankar5071]

Is that automatic sir.

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Pranam! Yes this model has an automatic ETA 2836-2 movement. Cheers!

[@ricardopaloma4390]

how much

[@rubengatti6751]

Un gran reloj yo tengo uno color rojo del jubileo

[@andyl2726]

I have the two tone gold n silver...

[@watchscotch6203]

Great! How do you like it? Does yours have the gold dial and is it day/date or just date display? Cheers!

[@andyl2726]

@@watchscotch6203 love it very nice day/date..it was my father but he dont use it..this is the only brand that feels so lite n comfy for me..been thinking awhile now about an all gold/black dial

[@andyl2726]

@@watchscotch6203 I have the silver as well...

[@watchscotch6203]

@@andyl2726 They are very comfortable watches, yet have really solid construction. I think that the all gold is super retro. Black and gold are always a good combo though.

[@AntonioNuñez-g1q]

Tengounodel1962❤❤❤🎉😊

[@najimintahjilon8483]

Rado diastar original color silver and all diamond

[@snwatches1032]

Very nice

[@Biblicalgiants]

I believe the real Diastars have Swiss ☆☆☆ on the dial. Not Swiss Made. There should be 3 stars instead of the word "Made".

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi plejaren! That's interesting. I've never seen that on a Rado dial. The model in the video is a re-issue of the Diastar Original from 1962. Both the re-issue, shown here, and the original from 1962 have Swiss Made on the dial. I've seen Rados with just Swiss on the dial, but never followed by stars. The current Rado Diastar Original range all have Swiss Made. Cheers!

[@muzamilahmad6392]

Bro i need this watch

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Muzamil! It is a great watch! Cheers!

[@muzamilahmad6392]

@@watchscotch6203 i really need this watch

[@loveyou211ful]

What is ironically hilarious is you wearing those leather suede gloves while describing it to be the most scratch resistant watch in the world.

[@watchscotch6203]

You see I've got these incredibly abrasive fingers. Actually, just trying to avoid smudging the watch as I handle it. So I don't have to keep wiping it down because the camera picks it all up. Cheers!

[@antonionunez7316]

Antonionunezhaduno

[@rikiofficial4543]

Berapa harga

[@David-vz5mv]

Whats the reference number sir?

[@watchscotch6203]

648.0417.3 Cheers!

[@Shiraz321]

wear expensive watch it shows the personality

[@watchscotch6203]

Hi Insight Curiosity! Just sharing my interest in watches and scotches. I appreciate good craftsmanship, but great watches and scotches needn't be expensive. I have a great timex that's 20+ years old and inexpensive yet it still regularly finds its way onto my wrist. Cheers!

[@RajaBorborTANJUNG]

Mido the best

[@nostalgia9997]

Hmt Rajat better than rado

[@BananaArse-bl4dy]

great review, @robozedd also loves watches

[@ivanmejia6843]

Just got offered the 40th Aniversiary Diastar from 2002 (ref. 636.0557.3), in NOS condition for $550 USD. Do you think it's a good deal?

[@ricardopaloma4390]

how much