Rado HyperChrome

The case of the Rado Hyperchrome convinces not only as a stylish piece of jewellery but is also celebrated as a novelty when it comes to the construction of ceramic watches. An elaborate high-pressure injection process allows for the case of the watch to be produced in one single piece and, therefore, does away with the need for a steel cage that is typical of ceramic timepieces. As a result, the timepiece is extremely light, scratch resistant, and comfortable around the wrist. The later stages of the high-tech ceramic process consist of placing the case of the watch into a special oven, where a plasma column activates gases at 20,000°C. The gases then permeate the surface of the ceramic case, which modifies its surface structure, resulting in an exquisite permanent lustre.

The so-called monobloc case is cleverly integrated with watch lugs that present a unique aesthetic and a distinctive form. Depending on the preference of the client, the watch models are available in a sleek black or a pure white high-tech ceramic. All the timepieces from the line impress with a hardness of 1250 Vickers. Colour matching elements on the dial of the watch perfect the overall aesthetic of the timepiece and ensure that the optically contrasting indices, counters, and chronograph pushers are highly visible.

The Rado Hyperchrome Automatic Chronograph (Ref. 650.0276.3.010) embodies the characteristic values of the pioneering company. Innovation, functionality, and high aesthetics encompass the overall philosophy of Rado. The Hyperchrome Chronograph is an everyday timepiece that is characterised by a “less is more” principle. The high quality of the timepiece can be witnessed on the one hand by the scratch-resistant high-tech materials incorporated in the creation of the watch, and on the other hand, be demonstrated by the reliable automatic chronograph movement that makes up the interior of the timepiece.

The Hyperchrome Chronograph comes equipped with a power reserve of 42-hours. A curved sapphire crystal that is treated with an anti-reflective coating on both sides protects the dial and the interior of the watch. The crown of the watch surprises with a combination of stainless steel and rubber materials. Robust and resistant, the Hyperchrome offers a solid water resistance of 10 bar.

The Hyperchrome collection also presents the Rado Hyperchrome UTC, which can be described as a handy practical timepiece. The timepiece is specially catered to those who frequently travel the globe. In 2013, the Rado Hyperchrome UTC was presented to the general public and convinced with an advanced ceramic case and a second-time-zone. The latest versions of the UTC Rado Hyperchrome are equipped with a solid automatic movement, which control a total of four hands and a date window that is located at the 3 o’clock marker.

Thanks to the special processing method of the watch case, the material surface charms with a warm grey shade that will never fade. The Rado Hyperchrome UTC is available in four versions – the sleek black Hyperchrome UTC Ref. 642.0167.3.015, the elegant grey Hyperchrome UTC Ref. 642.0165.3.010 and Hyperchrome UTC Ref. 642.0165.3.015, and the UTC Ref. 642.0165 .3.111 that stands out thanks to the addition of a classic high-grade watch strap.