Swatch Group (Japan) K.K. Rado Division started to sell "The Original Split Second Chronograph", which is the first Rado mechanical split second chronograph model.

Rado released in 1962 "The Diastar The Original" as a scratch proof watches, featuring barrel shape bezel. The model has been best selling more than 40 years since the debut.

Following "The Original Diver", "The Original Classic" and "The Original Chronograph" released in 2005, "The Original Split Second Chronograph" is newly lined up in the series.

This model is equipped with automatic chronograph movement (ETA 7770), which is with split second and COSC certified. The precision instrument can be seen through the see-through back. Screw-down crown and push pieces realized 100m water resistant .

Automatic movement (Cal.ETA 7770), 29 jewels, 48 hours power reserve, split second chronograph (60 seconds,
30 minutes and 12 hours counter) COSC certification, hardmetal case (length: 46mm, width: 41mm, thickness: 13.5mm), flat sapphire crystal, stainless steel bracelet, titanium clasp, 100m water resistant


R12.694.213 (photo up)
Silver dial Yen 892,500
2007 Basel limited edition - 200 pcs limited sale in the world (serial number engraved ) offered with special box

R12.694.163 (photo middle)
Black & Blue dial Yen 892,500

R12.694.153 (photo below)
Black dial Yen 892,500