beautiful update to a classic watch design, first conceived in 1962, this new timepiece introduces a uniquely organic character to the Captain Cook range. A box-shaped sapphire crystal, with an anti-reflective coating on both faces, enhances its animated allure. This is not a softly spoken timepiece but a watch that’s full of attitude – created for all those that approach life with undisguised confidence.

Beyond this hypnotic detail, the piece retains the overall aesthetic and single-minded functionality of its original predecessor. Chunky hands and indices, minute markings, a date window at 3 o’clock and a turning bezel keep things simple – no complications, no distractions in sight. A Rado calibre R763 automatic movement, featuring an antimagnetic Nivachron™ hairspring and an 80-hour power reserve, provides enhanced reliability, while white Super-LumiNova® infills ensure everything stays legible, even when the light fades.

The timepiece’s case diameter of 39mm adds to a new tier of Captain Cook watches launched to complement the collection’s existing case sizes in 37mm and 43mm. This crucial middle ground widens its appeal to those with wrists on the smaller side, but who still want to make an impact

One additional evolution upgrades its adaptability. The watch comes with a stainless steel bracelet and a rubber strap, which can be quickly swapped using Rado’s EasyClip quick release system and stored in a black leather pouch.

For formal occasions, its metal bracelet is effortlessly stylish. Combining brushed outer links with polished, rice grain-type middle links, it offers a fluid-like feel, and an aesthetic that not only matches the polished stainless steel of the watch case, but pairs with any outfit.

Maybe you have more active adventures in mind (the piece is water resistant to 30 bar), or are just feeling playful? Then switch it up for a black rubber strap. It’s unquestionably modern and feels comfortable, because it moulds to the wrist and is super lightweight. Its tactile finish subtly channels the dial’s textured aesthetic, and the colour pairs with the bezel’s polished black high-tech ceramic insert.

Combining classic elegance and dependable accuracy with modern style and a youthful spirit, the new Captain Cook speaks to a new generation.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

CAPTAIN COOK REF. R32223258

• MOVEMENT Rado calibre R763, automatic, 25 jewels, 3 hands, date at 3 o’clock 80-hour power reserve, antimagnetic Nivachron™ hairspring, exceeds standard test requirements from 3 to 5 positions for higher accuracy

• CASE Polished stainless steel case Polished yellow gold-coloured PVD-coated stainless steel turning bezel with polished black high-tech ceramic insert and featuring numbers, markers and triangle in white Super-LumiNova® Polished stainless steel screw-down case back with 3 embossed seahorses Polished stainless steel screw-down crown with embossed and laser-enhanced anchor logo Box-shaped sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both faces Water-resistant to 30 bar (300m)

• DIAL Yellow gold-coloured, sparkling diamond powder-like decoration Yellow gold-coloured PVD-coated applied indices with white Super-LumiNova® Yellow gold-coloured PVD-coated moving anchor symbol on ruby background Grey printed Rado and Captain Cook logos, 300m/1000ft in relief

• HANDS Yellow gold-coloured with white Super-LumiNova®

• BRACELET EasyClip system Polished, brushed stainless steel, rice grain-type, with stainless steel 3-fold clasp Additional black rubber strap, with stainless steel pin buckle

• DIMENSIONS 39.0 x 45.5 x 12 (WxLxH in mm)