Rado

Rado FAQs

• What distinguishing features does a Rado timepiece have?

  Rado timepieces are the perfect combination of exceptional watch movements, champion craftsmanship and enduring materials. This commitment to innovation and design excellence, plus its distinguished heritage, means Rado watches are high-quality, coveted timepieces. With over 100 years spent dedicated to watchmaking greatness, Rado has cultivated a respected collection of watches that embody Swiss mastery.

• Are Rado watches waterproof?

  All Rado watches offer water resistance to a minimum of 30m. For those deeper aquatic adventures, you'll find Rado timepieces with resistance up to 300m in our collection. Rado watches should be checked every year to maintain water resistance.

• Is Rado considered a luxury watch brand?

  Yes. Everything from its movement and manufacture to materials and technology determines whether a watch brand is luxury. Rado timepieces are crafted using premium components and intricate automatic and quartz movements. Every Rado watch is built to withstand the test of time so it can be admired for many years to come. This meticulous craftsmanship is reflected in the price of your Rado watch.

• Where are Rado watches made?

  You can trace the origins of the Rado brand back to 1917 in Lengnau, Switzerland with the founding of the Schlup & Co. watchmaking company. To this day, Rado watches are still made with pride in Switzerland but are now owned by The Swatch Group.

• Are Rado watches a good investment?

  When it comes to investing, you want something with a unique design and last-a-lifetime, scratch-proof durability. Because of their iconic aesthetics, revolutionary technology and durable reputation, Rado watches tick all the investment boxes.

• How do Rado automatic watches work?

  A Rado automatic watch works via the Swiss-made mechanical movement. The watch is powered when the rotor captures the energy coming from the natural movements of the wearer's body. Automatic watches often boast longevity and elegance but it's important to know how to look after your timepiece. Read our Beginner's Guide To Automatic Watches to keep your watch ticking as it should.