Rado Coupole Classic R22861115, 38mm, Beige Dial, Brown Leather Strap
Rado Coupole Classic, Beige Dial
Beige dial, 50 m water resistance, sapphire crystal and an 80 hour power reserve in a 37.7 mm Swiss automatic from Rado.
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About this item
- 37.7 mm stainless steel and PVD case with matching bezel
- Swiss automatic movement
- Power reserve of up to 80 hours
- Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Date display and brown leather strap with buckle
Top Highlights
- Brand
- Rado
- Model Name
- Coupole Classic
- Model Number
- R22861115
- Department
- Unisex
- Item Type
- Automatic Watch
- Manufacturer
- Rado
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- First Available
- 26 June 2016
Features & Specs
- Display
- Analog
- Movement Type
- Automatic
- Additional Features
- Has Date, Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Complications
- Date
- Strap Type
- Leather Strap
- Case Material
- Stainless steel / PVD
- Case Size
- 37.7 mm
- Case Thickness
- 10.2 mm
- Lug Width
- 18.3 mm
- Weight
- 550 g
- Water Resistance
- 50 m
- Sport Type
- Walking
- Strap
- Leather
- Clasp
- 3 clasp closure
- Closure Type
- Buckle
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal
Style
- Style Name
- Automatic Watch
- Dial Shape
- Round
- Dial Colour
- Beige
- Band Color
- Brown
- Theme
- Sports
- Face Style
- Analogue Beige
- Collection
- Coupole
Description
The Rado Coupole Classic is a Swiss automatic dress watch for wearers who like a compact, understated case. Its 37.7 mm diameter suits smaller and medium wrists, and the beige dial with date display keeps the look calm and easy to read.
The case and bezel are made of stainless steel with PVD, and the dial is covered by sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating. A Swiss automatic movement drives the watch, and water resistance is rated at 50 m, which covers splashes and brief exposure to water.
The most practical detail is the power reserve of up to 80 hours. You can take the watch off on Friday evening and still find it running on Monday morning. A brown leather strap with a buckle closure and a thickness of 10.2 mm make it comfortable for everyday wear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear the Rado Coupole Classic in the shower or pool?
The Rado Coupole Classic is rated to 50 m, which generally handles rain, hand washing and accidental splashes. A shower is not advisable because hot steam and soap can wear on gaskets, and swimming is better left to a dedicated sport watch.
How long will it run if I leave it on the desk over the weekend?
The Swiss automatic movement offers a power reserve of up to 80 hours, so a Friday evening removal usually still means a running watch on Monday morning. If it does stop, a few turns of the crown and some wrist movement will get it going again.
Will a 37.7 mm case suit my wrist?
At 37.7 mm across and 10.2 mm thick, with an 18.3 mm lug width, this watch fits most wrists from small to medium comfortably. It also suits larger wrists that favour a classic, understated proportion rather than an oversized sports look.
How does it differ from a quartz dress watch at a similar price?
The Rado is mechanical, so it needs no battery and offers the sweep of a Swiss automatic movement, plus sapphire crystal. A quartz alternative may be thinner and more accurate, but it lacks the 80 hour reserve and the mechanical character.
Does it need a battery change or regular service?
Being automatic, it uses no battery. Service is generally advised every five years or so for lubrication, with a check of the seals to keep the 50 m rating. A qualified watchmaker can also adjust the leather strap fit.
Is it suitable as a gift for a man or a woman?
It is listed as unisex, and the beige dial, date window and 37.7 mm case work for either wearer. The brown leather strap with buckle also keeps it versatile for office wear and smart casual occasions.
Editor's take
Rado's Coupole line has long been the brand's route to a slim, rounded, classically proportioned watch, and this Classic version suits anyone who wants a Swiss automatic with a quiet dial. At 37.7 mm it sits comfortably on smaller wrists and avoids the oversized look of many modern automatics.
The headline feature is the 80 hour power reserve, which means the watch survives a long weekend in a drawer without stopping. The case and bezel use stainless steel with PVD, and the dial is covered by sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating, a sensible scratch-resistant choice at this level.
The main limitation is water resistance. At 50 m the watch handles rain and hand washing but is not intended for swimming, so anyone wanting a pool-friendly automatic should look at a dedicated sports model. The leather strap will also need care in humid weather, and the buckle closure is simpler than a deployant.
It makes sense for office wear, smart casual dressing and as a first Swiss automatic. In the same price bracket, buyers who want more water resistance could compare Tissot or Certina automatics, while those who prefer a bracelet might look at integrated-steel options.
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Coupole Classic Automatic
The Coupole Classic R22861115 pairs a 37.7mm stainless steel case with PVD finishing and a domed sapphire crystal, a shape Rado has refined since the Coupole line began. An automatic movement drives it, so the watch winds from wrist motion and needs no battery. A leather strap and 50m water resistance suit daily wear.
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Our DNA Collections
Rado builds its identity on material research and distinctive case forms, and the Coupole Classic belongs to that lineage through its curved crystal and restrained dial. Scratch-resistant sapphire and a carefully finished steel and PVD case reflect the brand's long focus on durable surfaces. The 37.7mm size keeps the proportions classic.
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