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Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton (plasma)

R27196152

The Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton (plasma) is a 38 mm ceramic integrated-bracelet sports watch with an R808 automatic movement. With a 80-hour power reserve, no other mechanical ceramic integrated-bracelet sports watch with a stated reserve runs longer, out of 50. At 38 mm across, it is smaller than 90% of the 55 ceramic integrated-bracelet sports watches in the guide.

All Rado watchesIntegrated-bracelet watchesUnder 11 mm thickLightest, rankedOn a titanium braceletCompact (38 mm and under)Display back
Price
$3,450
Material
Ceramic
Grade / type
Plasma high-tech ceramic
Weight
117 g (with bracelet)
Reference
R27196152
Type
Integrated bracelet
Case diameter
38.0 mm
Thickness
9.7 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic skeleton
Caliber
R808
Power reserve
80 hours
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Construction
Monobloc
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Unconfirmed (clasp or buckle material not confirmed)
Bracelet / strap
Plasma high-tech ceramic bracelet with a titanium three-fold clasp
Matching bracelet
Standard
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
Yes
Dial
Grey skeleton
Dial colours
Grey
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Water resistance, Hardness, Surface treatment
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Rado US (maker)
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Frequently asked questions

What is the case of the Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton (plasma) made of?

The case is plasma high-tech ceramic. The guide has not yet confirmed it on the maker's own page. The caseback is titanium.

What size is the Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton (plasma)?

The case is 38 mm across and 9.7 mm thick.

How much does the Rado True Square Automatic Skeleton (plasma) weigh?

About 117 g on its bracelet.

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

It is in production, at a list price of $3,450.

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