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Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic 43mm

Captain Cook HTC 43

The Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic 43mm is a current-production diver watch with a black high-tech ceramic case. It measures 43.0 mm across, and is water resistant to 300 m. Inside is the Rado R734 (Powermatic 80) automatic movement, with ~80 h power reserve. Complications: Date. Priced from $2,800 (approx). Brand origin: Switzerland.

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Reference
Captain Cook HTC 43
Type
Diver
Price
$2,800 · approx
Case diameter
43.0 mm
Thickness
Lug-to-lug
Water resistance
300 m
Weight
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic
Caliber
Rado R734 (Powermatic 80)
Power reserve
~80 h
Complications
Date
Material
Ceramic
Grade / type
High-tech ceramic
Colour
Black
Hardness
Construction
Assembled
Surface treatment
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Not verified (bracelet, strap, or clasp hardware not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
High-tech ceramic bracelet
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Lume
Availability
Offered
Status
Current; ceramic case with a titanium caseback (case-body rule)
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic (maker) Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case material of the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic 43mm?

The Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic 43mm has a black high-tech ceramic case with a titanium caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic 43mm?

It is 43.0 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 300 m.

How much does the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic 43mm cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $2,800.

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