{"id":367261,"date":"2025-05-22T12:09:24","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T12:09:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joieriavintage.com\/producto\/rado-diastar-longines\/"},"modified":"2025-05-22T12:09:24","modified_gmt":"2025-05-22T12:09:24","slug":"rado-diastar-longines","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/joieriavintage.com\/en\/producto\/rado-diastar-longines\/","title":{"rendered":"Rado Diastar-Longines"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Introducing our<\/span> Rado Diastar-Longines,<\/b> a truly unique timepiece that represents a singular chapter in the history of Swiss watchmaking. This watch is a testament to the<\/span> collaboration between two giants, Rado and Longines<\/b> , under the umbrella of the ASUAG corporation between 1970<\/span> and 1972.<\/b> Its design and construction reflect the innovative boldness of the era, distinguished by its resilience and<\/span> unmistakable style<\/b> .<\/span><\/p>\n

The most outstanding feature of this watch is its case, crafted from the revolutionary<\/span> “Hardmetal”<\/b> material . This is a<\/span> tungsten carbide and titanium<\/b> alloy , compacted at 1,000 BAR and fired in a kiln at 1,450 degrees, giving it an exceptional hardness of<\/span> 8 on the Mohs scale<\/b> . This means it is virtually scratch-proof, surpassing granite and matching the hardness of ceramic, ranking just below sapphire and diamond. The case dimensions,<\/span> 34 mm x 38 mm<\/b> , lend it a robust and distinctive presence. The<\/span> metallic blue dial<\/b> creates a vibrant visual effect, complementing the modern design of the case.<\/span> <\/p>\n

At its heart, this Rado Diastar<\/strong> houses a reliable <\/span>The automatic movement<\/b> , the<\/span> ETA 2789<\/b> , bears the<\/span> Longines hallmark on its oscillating weight<\/b> , a clear testament to the collaboration between the two brands. This movement ensures the watch’s precision and autonomy. Functionality is further enhanced by a<\/span> double calendar displaying the day and date,<\/b> conveniently located at 6 o’clock. The watch is completed with a<\/span> Longines-branded steel bracelet<\/b> , ensuring a seamless integration with the Hardmetal case. A distinctive detail guaranteeing Rado’s authenticity is the<\/span> brand’s red emblem with the rotating anchor<\/b> , visible on the dial\u2014a hallmark that sets it apart from potential imitations.<\/span> <\/p>\n

The story of<\/span> Rado<\/b> is that of a brand that, since its founding in 1917 as Schlup & Co., has been characterized by its<\/span> pioneering approach<\/b> to the use of high-tech materials in watchmaking. In 1962, they launched the first truly scratch-resistant watch, the<\/span> DiaStar<\/b> , which laid the foundation for their identity. Their obsession with durability and cutting-edge aesthetics led them to experiment with materials such as high-tech ceramic, high-tech diamond, and Hardmetal. The<\/span> collaboration with Longines<\/b> in the early 1970s, during a period of consolidation in the Swiss watchmaking industry, is a fascinating chapter that demonstrates both brands’ ability to innovate and unite in pursuit of excellence. This watch is a rare example of that synergy, combining Rado’s legendary durability with Longines’ proven engineering.<\/span> <\/p>\n

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