Rado Diastar, Men’s Quartz Analog Vintage Watch, 1989

A square gilt minute border and a date at 6 define the grey dial of this Rado Diastar watch from 1989. The compact men's quartz model has a rectangular steel and gold-plated head, with gold horizontal bars and an original two-tone bracelet. A sapphire crystal covers the display, while the 28 mm width and 33 mm lug-to-lug span keep its integrated form modest in size.

Grey matte dial and golden square

The fine, non-reflective grey surface carries slim applied gold batons and a crisp square minute border. RADO and QUARTZ sit below 12, with DIASTAR above 6 and SWISS MADE flanking the framed date aperture. Even ageing leaves the graphics sharp.

Gold dauphine hour and minute hands match the markers. The minute hand reaches the track, the hour hand is shorter, and a thin central seconds hand supplies the third indication. The date at 6 keeps the calendar aligned with the dial's lower axis.

Gold bars, sapphire and continuous bracelet

The rectangular TV-screen case combines brushed steel planes with polished accents. Gold horizontal bars are held by visible screws, giving the compact head its architectural structure. The slim, flat case profile leads directly into the bracelet without conventional projecting lugs.

The clear sapphire crystal resists surface abrasion. At 3, the finely knurled, logo-signed crown gives positive grip for time setting and quick date correction.

The original integrated bracelet alternates brushed steel and gold-tone stripes that repeat the case bars. Its short, tightly spaced links articulate smoothly, while the signed folding clasp keeps the watch flat on the wrist. The continuous construction and compact dimensions suit the restrained proportions of this dress watch.

Late-1980s Diastar and serviced quartz

Diastar watches from the late 1980s brought Rado's material focus into compact integrated forms with disciplined dial graphics. The visible fasteners, square minute border and two-tone links give this watch a clear expression of that period design.

The quartz watch uses a Swiss movement to power central seconds and a quick-set date. Its oscillator specification is 32,768 Hz, providing quartz regulation without daily winding.

This used watch is carefully preserved, with clean printing, clear sapphire, correct calendar function and its original gold hands and markers. The crown, bracelet and clasp carry their original signatures. It is fully serviced and fully operational; inspection, calendar synchronization, gasket checks and a fresh battery were included in the service. The watch comes with a 12-month warranty, and worldwide shipping is available.