Vintage Rado DiaStar 105.0116.3 Quartz 30mm Gold Dial Swiss Tank Watch with Box

A striking contrast of warm gold and cool silver gives this vintage Rado DiaStar its distinctive character. The faceted rectangular case frames a rich gold-tone dial, while the closely spaced links of the stainless-steel bracelet continue the watch’s clean, architectural lines.

Swiss-made and dating approximately to the 1980s, reference 105.0116.3 offers the compact proportions and geometric styling associated with the period. Its approximately 30 mm case makes it an appealing choice for collectors who appreciate smaller vintage watches with a strong visual identity.

The DiaStar collection traces its origins to 1962, when Rado introduced its pioneering use of hardmetal in watch cases. This later quartz example continues that material-led approach through its tungsten-carbide hardmetal case surround.

The dial features small, faceted hour markers, silver-tone hands and a framed date window at three o’clock. The restrained RADO QUARTZ and DIASTAR signatures leave the golden dial as the focal point, complemented by the linear texture of the bracelet.

Specifications:

* Brand: Rado

* Collection: DiaStar

* Reference: 105.0116.3

* Estimated production period: Circa 1980s

* Country of manufacture: Switzerland

* Movement: Quartz

* Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds and date

* Case width: Approximately 30 mm, excluding crown

* Case: Faceted rectangular design with tungsten-carbide hardmetal surround and stainless-steel back

* Dial: Gold-tone with faceted hour markers

* Bracelet: Stainless steel with closely spaced transverse links

* Clasp: Rado-signed folding clasp

* Included: The photographed Rado presentation box and booklet

Condition:

Good pre-owned vintage condition with visible signs of age and use. Surface scratches and small marks are present on the case, bracelet and clasp, with more noticeable scratching to the caseback. The gold-tone dial remains visually attractive, with small age-related spots visible on close inspection.

The presentation box shows pronounced storage wear, discoloration and wear to its covering and lining. The booklet also shows signs of age.

Please examine the original photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

A distinctive vintage Swiss quartz watch combining a luminous gold-tone dial, sculpted case geometry and a beautifully coordinated bracelet.