Swiss watchmaker RADO has released a new design, the True Square Skeleton. It differentiates itself from the True Square Open Heart launched in 2020 by starting with a different name (>> Go to related Time Forum article). There is a decisive difference in the design of the skeleton movement.
The True Square Skeleton goes a step further from its successful predecessor True Square Open Heart, further emphasizing the skeleton structure of the movement. If the previous work gave a kind of point by exposing the skeleton movement in an irregular way with a unique openwork bridge, the new True Square Skeleton has an openwork bridge as if it were integrated into the skeleton movement. The skeleton structure of the movement itself has also become more sophisticated, blurring the boundaries between flanges and openwork bridges that take over the functional role of the dial. In other words, it clearly reveals the traces of thorough skeleton design from the product planning stage replica watches australia.
The movement used the new Rado caliber R808, a redesign based on the skeleton automatic caliber ETA C07.631. As you may remember, we first introduced it through the limited edition Captain Cook high-tech ceramic released at the end of last year (>> Go to related Time Forum article). However, by adding a bridge design that was not in the Captain Cook version and trimming the round movement by adding an external container to fit the true square case, it gives a completely different feel. While sharing the specifications of the existing base, which features a 80-hour power reserve, the design of the main plate and bridge of the movement is slightly varied to suit the brand’s taste, and the strategy to strengthen the skeleton lineup step by step stands out.
While the previous True Square Open Heart revealed a circular graining (perlage) pattern on the dial surface, the True Square Skeleton exposed the Côtes de Genève, that is, the Geneva stripe pattern, making a difference in the decorative details of the movement. can also be glimpsed. The overall sense of unity was also considered by applying a black or white coated bridge and flange, depending on the case material (color), on top of the nickel-colored movement. The Glucidur balance is equipped with a titanium alloy-based Nivachron™ hairspring that guarantees excellent anti-magnetic performance, and has increased precision by adjusting more tightly in various directions from the existing 3-position to 5-position adjustment.
The True Square Skeleton is available in three versions: fully polished black high-tech ceramic, plasma high-tech ceramic and white high-tech ceramic. In common, the diameter of the case is 38 x 44.2 mm in width and 9.7 mm in thickness, and a lightweight, human-friendly titanium case back is used in a solid ceramic case with a monoblock structure. Transparent sapphire crystal on the front and back of the case proudly reveals the skeleton movement (only the dial face uses sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides), and the case is water resistant up to 50m.
It is presented in black, plasma, and white high-tech ceramic cases and bracelets, and the white ceramic version has yellow gold color, the plasma ceramic version has silver color, and the black ceramic version has rose gold color plated indexes and hands. It’s also interesting to show off. The tips of the indexes and hands of all models are coated with white Super-LumiNova to ensure readability even in dark environments. And at the bottom right of the dial face that comes into contact with the barrel, you can always see the anchor-shaped symbol, which is the symbol of the Rado collection.
Rado True Square Skeleton is released as a regular model, not a limited edition, and the domestic release price is 300 each for the black ceramic version (Ref. R27124162), plasma ceramic version (Ref. R27125152), and white ceramic version (Ref. R27126012). It is 740,000 won. Although the price point is slightly higher than the existing True Square Open Heart, it seems that it will continue to be popular because you can still experience the full-ceramic skeleton model at a very reasonable price. Enjoy the pictorial photos worn by actor Ji Chang-wook, who was recently selected as Rado’s new global ambassador.
Meanwhile, Rado has been named the Official Timekeeper of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and will be the Official Timing Partner for all international men’s and women’s cricket matches in England and the Commonwealth in a multi-year partnership. Regarding this, Adrian Bosshard, CEO of Rado, said in an official press release, “We are delighted to become the ECB’s first official timing partner at a time when interest in cricket is heating up not only in the UK but around the world.” It is one of the most popular sports and we are honored to have Rado and the world’s best cricket teams together through this partnership.”
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