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Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton

R27178205

The Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton is a current-production dress watch with a black black ceramic case. It measures 38.0 mm across, and is water resistant to 50 m. Inside is the Rado R808 automatic skeletonised movement, with 80h power reserve. Complications: Time only. Priced from $3,300 (approx). Brand origin: Switzerland.

Ceramic dress watchesBlack ceramicOn a ceramic braceletDisplay backUnder $5,000
Reference
R27178205
Type
Dress
Price
$3,300 · approx
Case diameter
38.0 mm
Thickness
–
Lug-to-lug
–
Water resistance
50 m
Weight
–
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic skeletonised
Caliber
Rado R808
Power reserve
80h
Complications
Time only
Ceramic
Black ceramic
Colour
Black
Hardness
–
Construction
Monobloc
Surface treatment
–
Caseback
Sapphire
Nickel-free
Not verified (clasp or buckle material not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
High-tech ceramic bracelet with titanium clasp
Ceramic bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Openworked skeleton
Lume
–
Availability
Offered
Status
–
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Maker Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

What kind of ceramic is the Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton?

The Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton has a black black ceramic case with a sapphire caseback. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated type.

What size is the Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton?

It is 38.0 mm in diameter, and water resistant to 50 m.

How much does the Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $3,300.

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