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Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3

Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3

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$599.00at Eli Adams JewelersObserved at 10:51 AM
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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $599.00 at Eli Adams Jewelers (checked Nov 9, 2026).
  • Checked at 20 stores.

Our take on the Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3

The Rado DiaStar Original is the modern version of Rado's 1962 scratch-resistant watch, built around a hard tungsten-carbide bezel on a stainless steel case. This reference pairs a silver dial with an automatic movement and a date window at 6 o'clock, and it carries an 80-hour power reserve. At roughly 35mm across without the crown and 11.4mm thick, it wears smaller and dressier than most sports watches, which suits people who want a distinctive design without bulk. Its closest rivals are other Swiss automatics with sapphire crystals, but few match the DiaStar's oval-shaped scratch-resistant case or its retro look.

Best forBuyers who want a retro, scratch-resistant designSmall to medium wristsEveryday wear with a dressier edgeCollectors of Rado's oval DiaStar line
Pros
  • Tungsten-carbide bezel resists scratches far better than steel
  • Sapphire crystal protects the dial
  • 80-hour power reserve on the automatic movement
  • Date window at 6 o'clock keeps the dial balanced
  • Swiss Made automatic at a modest size
Cons
  • 35mm case may feel small for larger wrists
  • 11.4mm thickness is chunky for a dress watch
  • Tungsten bezel can chip on impact, as some buyers report
  • Bracelet and clasp feel ordinary next to the case

Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3 prices at every store

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    $599.00Observed at 10:51 AM
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    $1,679.04Observed at 9:56 AM
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    Availability unknownShips from Japan · duties may apply · made for another marketReturns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

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Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $599.00 on Nov 9 at Eli Adams Jewelers. Tracked across 19 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners like the DiaStar's retro look and the scratch resistance of the tungsten bezel, and many praise the sapphire crystal and comfortable size. A few report chips on the bezel edge after knocks, and some find the bracelet less impressive than the case.

What people mention
  • Scratch resistancePraisedOwners say the tungsten bezel shrugs off daily scuffs that would mark steel.
  • Bezel durabilityCriticisedSome buyers report a chip on the side of the bezel after a knock.
  • SizeMixedThe 35mm case suits smaller wrists but feels small to buyers used to larger watches.
  • DesignPraisedThe oval case and silver dial draw compliments for their retro character.
  • BraceletMixedThe steel bracelet and foldover clasp work fine but feel less special than the case.

From Eli Adams Jewelers

  • Silver dial with silver tone markers and hands
  • Date/day window at 6 o'clock
  • Swiss Made
  • 37mm diameter with crown, 35mm without crown
  • Thickness: 11.4mm
  • Stainless steel case and bracelet with foldover lock
Fit
Will fit a wrist size up to 7.5 inches
Sizing
Will fit a wrist size up to 7.5 inches
Guarantee
Preowned items come with a limited warranty from Eli Adams Jewelers
Returns
Pre-owned items may be exchanged or returned within 14 days from delivery; shipping cost deducted from refund; items must be in new condition with all packaging
Shipping
Ships within 24 hours unless customized or special shipping time; FedEx Express Saver 3 business day, FedEx Second Day Air 2 business day, FedEx Overnight 1 bus
In the box
Original box

What buyers say

Buyers complain about
  • Has chip on the side of the bezel

Specifications

Thickness
11.4mm
Color (Strap)
SilverSource
Closure
ClaspSource
Glass
SapphireSource
Watch Strap Material
Stainless SteelSource

Questions and answers

Is the Rado DiaStar Original automatic or quartz?
This reference uses an automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve. Some DiaStar listings are quartz, so check the movement on the specific model.
How big is it on the wrist?
The case is about 35mm across without the crown and 11.4mm thick. It wears small and sits close to the wrist, which suits narrower wrists.
Can the tungsten bezel scratch?
Tungsten carbide is very hard and resists scratches well. It is brittle, though, and can chip if struck hard, which some owners have reported.
Is it safe for swimming?
Water resistance is rated at 5 ATM to 10 ATM depending on the version, so it handles splashes and brief swimming. Don't dive with it or press the crown underwater.
What comes in the box?
It ships in the original Rado box. Check the listing for papers and warranty card, since those vary by seller.
How does it compare with a steel sports watch?
It is smaller, dressier and more scratch-resistant on the bezel than most steel sports watches. It gives up size and sporty water resistance in return.
Where is the Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3 cheapest?
At Eli Adams Jewelers, for $599.00, 76% off, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Rado DiaStar Original Tungsten & Steel Silver Dial Watch 648.0408.3?
19 stores we checked sell it, including Eli Adams Jewelers, Jomashop.com, eBay, WatchWarehouse.com, Chrono24.com.

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Functions
DateSource
Gender
MaleSource
Case Color
Gray, SilverSource
Movement Type
Automatic, QuartzSource
Type of Index
Index (without numbers)Source
Display Type
AnalogSource
Dial Color
White, GraySource
Power Reserve (h)
80.0Source
Case Material
Silver, Stainless SteelSource
Water Protection
10 ATM (100m), 5 ATM (50m)Source