Ceramic — Scratch-Proof Future

Zirconium oxide ceramic: virtually unscratchable, never fades, and lightweight.

📊 HARDNESS COMPARISON

• Steel: ~200 Vickers
• Titanium: ~350 Vickers
• Ceramic: ~1,200-1,500 Vickers
• Sapphire crystal: ~2,200 Vickers
• Diamond: ~10,000 Vickers

✅ PROS: Virtually scratch-proof, UV resistant, hypoallergenic, lightweight

❌ CONS: Can shatter on hard impact, cannot be polished

🏆 PIONEERS

• Rado: Full ceramic cases since 1986
• Rolex: Cerachrom bezels
• Chanel J12: All-ceramic luxury
• Omega: Dark Side of the Moon