Rediscovering the Rado HyperChrome Ultra Light
James RobinsonEditor’s note: With weather more conducive to anything other than complete hibernation finally starting to creep back into our lives Down Under, it’s got everyone here in the office talking about what watch you should be wearing when the board shorts, bikinis and budgie smugglers come out.
Now, we’ve already covered what we think will be in vogue this coming summer, and its vibrant white watches. But what if you’re not so inclined to wear something that’s so fabulously OTT? What happens if you’re after something that still offers the characteristics of a great summer timepiece, but does so without being quite so garish?
Well, we reckon the Rado HyperChrome Ultra Light could be just the watch, thanks to its decidedly unobtrusive colour palette of predominantly black and brown and complementing textile strap.
The HyperChrome Ultra Light also well and truly lives up to its name when it comes to tipping the scales, weighing in at an insanely light 56 grams. And a lightweight timepiece that doesn’t feel overly cumbersome on the wrist surely has to be another prerequisite for a great summer watch.
For me, the HyperChrome Ultra Light is one of the coolest, cleanest watches in Rado’s collection. Yes, Rado’s heritage collection is earning some serious cred, and their design-y limited editions really showcase their high-tech capabilities. But for me it’s all about the HyperChrome Ultra Light. It’s a regular, round, daily wear watch (and a well-sized one at 43mm) — but with a twist. The watch weighs hardly anything — 56 grams — thanks to the high-tech ceramic and titanium case construction. It also looks good, with a clean, sunburst dial in a chameleonic black-brown colour, and minimal printed details. The gold-tone case sides add a subtle touch of bling, which keeps it from being overly or aggressively minimal. So, high-tech construction and timeless style with a twist — classic Rado.
Rado HyperChrome Ultra Light
Rado’s HyperChrome Ultra Light, $4125