Rado Captain Cook: Built For Adventure

A glorious past meets the present to powerful effect. Rado has infused its entire DNA into the Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic, so in a year that offers the hope and reinvention we’ve all been seeking, 2021 is the perfect time to introduce to the world to a collection that will change the narrative.

Ever since Rado’s inception in 1917, the Swiss label considered it its mission to alter the way we perceive and navigate the world around us. A revolutionary in traditional watchmaking, Rado delivers nothing but the very best in design, innovation, and materials – a philosophy that has anchored Rado from the start and continues to set the standard today.

Dare to discover

For a brand whose pioneering spirit shines through every one of its pieces, it is only fitting that Rado named, arguably, its most iconic collection in honour of the legendary 18th century explorer, Captain James Cook. Having uncovered thousands of miles of previously unchartered territory in the Pacific, this journey into the unknown went beyond the discovery of land to the discovery of self, relying on his self-taught knowledge of cartography, anthropology, and astronomy as his guide.

Inspired by his astonishing achievements, it should come as no surprise that each Rado Captain Cook watch is instilled with adventure, belief and a resolute nature. Rado guarantees that the globe is yours for the taking, ensuring that time is with you wherever you are and wherever you go – from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows.

Let innovation inspire you

Excellence is at the core of every Rado watch. While the future intrigues us, the past guides and motivates us to be the absolute best version we can be, which is why Rado has reimagined a classic for the modern adventurer.

Capturing the vintage style of the 1962 original but with 21st century updates, the Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic collection is the culmination of years of research and development entwined with the history and tradition of the original Rado Captain Cook.

Allow nothing to hold you back

The latest addition to a legendary collection might just be the most dynamic yet. Offering a masterclass in modern technology and design, the High-Tech Ceramic Captain Cook watch is constructed with a monobloc case and is both scratch-resistant and hypoallergenic.

But it’s the Nivachron material used to create the balance springs that is destined to impress. Unlike ordinary automatic watches that stop when in the presence of a magnetic field, the addition of Nivachron in this Rado design reduces the impact a magnetic field has on the accuracy of the clockwork movement. While magnetic fields might bring to mind the most extreme examples, such as poles, we actually encounter them in everyday life in the form of smartphones, refrigerators and televisions to name a few.

Furthermore, Nivachron is unaffected by changes in temperature and offers impact resistance, delivering the exceptional timekeeping synonymous with the Swiss brand, so not even the power of magnets can get in the way of your goals.

Rado’s DNA in its purest form

Made with the modern-day icon and explorer in mind, the High-Tech Ceramic Captain Cook is presented in exceptional models that each offer standout style that caters to your taste and needs.

The first version sees the high-tech ceramic case and bracelet imagined in sleek, timeless black, with a stainless-steel turning bezel and black insert, resulting in a captivating effect of past meeting present.

For those who prefer a more casual look when on the move, the second design offers the same case and dial but a rubber strap that brings a sports-inspired finish to this sophisticated timepiece.

The third style is defined by its distinctive high-tech ceramic titanium Ceramos case and bracelet. Exquisitely crafted, a hardened stainless-steel bezel and blue ceramic insert enhances its contemporary appeal.

Pioneering power at the core of every Rado timepiece

Though each watch model differs in design, they’re all united by the Rado calibre R734 that delivers 80 hours of power reserve and up to 300m in water resistance, while the classic Captain Cook arrow hands are filled with SuperLumiNova that provides clear visibility in the dark. The historical Rado anchor is also recognisable and rotates over a ruby stone at 12 o’clock.

Adding to the awe is the black-tinted sapphire crystal dial and case back, which allows the wearer to witness the intricacy and immaculate nature of Rado’s iconic skeletonised design. Engineered to store more energy, this is automatic movement at its most magnificent and mesmerising.

Shop the Rado Captain Cook watches range

Whatever your preference and style, you’re guaranteed a design imbued with Swiss-made excellence, confidence and a fearless spirit that comes naturally to Rado. Take a step into the unknown and discover a journey of pure fulfilment, exhilaration, and reward by exploring Rado’s Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic collection at Ernest Jones in-store or online today.