Rado Centrix R30018152, 40mm, Black Dial
Rado Centrix, Black Dial
Black dial, 50 m water resistance and sapphire crystal in a 39.5 mm steel case, powered by a Swiss automatic movement.
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About this item
- Swiss automatic movement
- Round 39.5 mm stainless steel case, 11.3 mm thick
- Sapphire crystal
- Bracelet in high-tech ceramic and stainless steel, silver and black
- Water resistant to 5 bar (50 m)
Top Highlights
- Brand
- Rado
- Model Name
- Centrix
- Model Number
- R30018152
- Department
- Unisex
- Item Type
- Dress Watch
- Manufacturer
- Rado
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- First Available
- July 28, 2023
Features & Specs
- Display
- Analog
- Movement Type
- Swiss automatic
- Additional Features
- Lightweight
- Strap Type
- Bracelet
- Case Material
- Stainless steel
- Case Size
- 39.5 mm
- Case Thickness
- 11.3 mm
- Lug Width
- 17.0 mm
- Weight
- 127 g
- Water Resistance
- 50 m
- Sport Type
- Walking
- Strap
- Stainless steel
- Clasp
- Foldover Clasp
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal
Style
- Style Name
- Dress
- Dial Shape
- Round
- Dial Color
- Black
- Band Color
- Black
- Theme
- Modern
- Face Style
- Tapisserie
- Collection
- Centrix
Description
The Rado Centrix is a Swiss automatic dress watch with a round 39.5 mm case and a black dial with a tapisserie pattern. It suits anyone who wants a refined everyday watch with a modern look.
The case is stainless steel and only 11.3 mm thick, topped with sapphire crystal. The movement is Swiss automatic, and water resistance is rated at 5 bar, or 50 m, which covers splashes and brief contact with water.
The bracelet combines high-tech ceramic and stainless steel in silver and black, closed by a foldover clasp. At 127 g it has a solid feel on the wrist, yet the slim profile slips easily under a shirt cuff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wear my Rado Centrix in the pool?
Not for swimming. The Centrix is rated to 5 bar (50 m), which covers rain, hand washing and accidental splashes. Sustained pressure from swimming or hot showers is a different matter, so for the pool a dedicated diver or sport watch is the better alternative.
Is it suitable for daily office wear?
Yes, that is where it fits best. At 39.5 mm with an 11.3 mm case, the Rado Centrix slips under most shirt cuffs, and the sapphire crystal handles daily knocks and scratches well, so it stays presentable through a normal working week.
Will it fit my wrist?
A 39.5 mm round case with a 17 mm lug width sits comfortably on most average adult wrists. The Centrix weighs 127 g with the bracelet, so it feels substantial, and the bracelet can be sized to suit smaller or larger wrists.
How does it compare with a quartz dress watch?
The Centrix uses a Swiss automatic movement, so it runs from wrist motion with no battery to replace. Compared with a quartz alternative it is thicker and needs periodic service, but it offers a smoother sweep and more mechanical interest.
What kind of service does it need?
As a Swiss automatic, the Rado Centrix benefits from a service every few years, generally three to five, to refresh lubrication and check the seals. A water resistance test at that visit is sensible for a watch rated to 50 m.
What is special about the bracelet?
It combines high-tech ceramic with stainless steel in silver and black, which resists scratching better than all-steel bracelets. A foldover clasp closes it securely, and the two-tone look is what sets the Centrix apart from plain steel dress watches.
Editor's take
Rado has built its reputation on ceramic and scratch-resistant materials, and the Centrix carries that thinking into a dressier format. It is a round, 39.5 mm Swiss automatic watch with a black tapisserie dial, aimed at buyers who want something polished for the office without going to a thin, formal case.
The case is stainless steel, only 11.3 mm thick, and the crystal is sapphire, which resists scratches far better than mineral glass. The bracelet pairs high-tech ceramic with steel in silver and black, which is where Rado's material focus shows most clearly, and it closes with a foldover clasp.
The main trade-off is water resistance. At 5 bar (50 m) the Centrix handles rain and hand washing, but it is not a watch for swimming or showers. Anyone who wants pool-ready use should look at a dedicated diver or a sport model with a higher rating.
It makes sense for someone who wants a Swiss automatic dress piece with a distinctive bracelet and a modern look. For a similar budget, a classic leather-strapped dress watch from other Swiss makers offers a more traditional feel, but few match this ceramic bracelet.
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