Rado is celebrating the legacy of one of its most significant creations with a new limited edition inspired by the original Integral from 1986. This timepiece pays tribute to a watch that contributed to the brand's identity by introducing high-tech ceramic into the world of watchmaking. The new Integral Limited Edition R20254702 reinterprets this heritage with a contemporary approach centered around worked materials and recognizable aesthetics.
The Integral Limited Edition by Rado retains the compact lines that made the collection famous. Its 28mm diameter case is made of stainless steel with PVD treatment, giving it a dark and elegant appearance. With a thickness of 7.3mm and a weight of 90g, the watch prioritizes a discreet profile on the wrist. The bezel features a carat-type set finish, while the stainless steel crown with PVD treatment maintains the overall aesthetic coherence of the piece.
The case back in stainless steel features engravings dedicated to the history of the Integral, as well as the individual number of each specimen. The black bracelet is one of the major design elements, combining central links in high-tech polished ceramic, a material that has become a signature of Rado since the first Integral. The closure is ensured by a three-fold deployable buckle in stainless steel.
The yellow-gold dial brings a new visual identity to this limited edition. Rado introduces five baguette-cut diamonds, treated in black, arranged as indexes and totaling 0.05000 carat. This aesthetic choice creates a marked contrast between the warmth of the gold dial, the depth of the black stones, and the dark surfaces of the ceramic bracelet. The display maintains a classic readability with a date window, integrated into a minimalist composition faithful to the style of the collection.
The Rado Integral Limited Edition R20254702 operates thanks to the R279 caliber, a quartz movement developed to offer precise and regular time measurement. Unlike mechanical movements that rely on an oscillation system powered by a spring, a quartz movement uses a frequency generated by a quartz crystal to regulate the display of hours. This technology generally allows for great stability of operation and requires little maintenance in everyday life.
The choice of quartz corresponds to the identity of the original Integral, conceived from its beginnings as a modern watch associating material innovation and ease of use. The R279 caliber accompanies this anniversary edition in a logic of reliability and simplicity. The Rado Integral Limited Edition R20254702 is produced in only 1986 specimens, a number directly linked to the launch year of the original Integral in 1986.
This limited series is currently indicated as unavailable on the brand's website, with an option to request a notification when it returns to stock. The displayed price is $3,850. The combination of jewelry elements and technical materials recalls Rado's historical desire to offer watches that are different in their approach to forms and finishes.
Key points
- The Rado Integral Limited Edition R20254702 features a 28mm diameter case made of stainless steel with PVD treatment and a black bracelet with central links in high-tech polished ceramic.
- The watch operates thanks to the R279 caliber, a quartz movement developed for precise and regular time measurement.
- The limited edition is produced in only 1986 specimens, directly linked to the launch year of the original Integral in 1986, and is priced at $3,850.
