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Rado Celebrates 40 Years of the Integral Watch with Anniversary Edition April 17, 2026 (0 comments)
LENGNAU, Switzerland--Swiss watch brand, Rado is marking the 40th anniversary of its iconic Integral ceramic timepiece with a special Anniversary Edition.
In 1986 Rado became the first watch brand to manufacture high-tech ceramic in series on a global scale. Since that time the Integral has represented a balance of cutting-edge materials and timeless design. This milestone edition honors four decades of material innovation.
[The Rado Integral Anniversary Edition]
High-tech ceramic embodies everything Rado stands for: exceptional design, remarkable durability, and a smooth, silky touch that feels like an extension of the wearer,” said Adrian Bosshard, CEO of Rado. “This Anniversary Edition is a reminder of what makes Rado unique, the courage to imagine, the determination to experiment, and the mastery to transform visionary ideas into timeless design. As we have always believed, if we can imagine it, we can make it. And if we can make it, we will.”
To celebrate this milestone, Rado will host an exclusive event in New York in partnership with Time+Tide—the global watch platform that blends editorial authority with a curated retail experience.
It is part of Rado’s global celebration through a series of events across key markets, beginning in Switzerland on April 10, where a select group will experience an exclusive tour of the high-tech ceramic production process at Comadur.
Introduced in 1986, the Rado Integra was the first watch collection to combine high-tech ceramic with a seamless case-and-bracelet design. Originally launched as the DiaStar Anatom, it was renamed Integral in 1988. The collection is defined by its clean lines, sapphire crystal and integrated construction. Over the time, the Integral has evolved with new materials and technologies while maintaining its elegance and durability.
To mark the 40th anniversary of its Integral timepiece Rado has introduced a new anniversary edition, a tribute to the pioneering 1986 model. This edition reinterprets the signature codes of the original Integral, while elevating it with the latest innovations in Rado's materials.
“It is both a celebration of heritage and a clear continuation of our journey toward the future,” Bosshard said.
[The Rado Integral Anniversary Edition caseback]
Features of the Integral Anniversary Edition include:
- Polished black high-tech ceramic middle links bracelet in polished yellow gold-colored PVD-coated stainless steel
- Special engraving: “SINCE 1986, ANNIVERSARY EDITION”
- Polished yellow gold-colored PVD-coated stainless-steel case
- Black vertical brushed dial with Super-LumiNova® hands
- Polished stainless steel 3-fold clasp
- 28.0 x 39.8 x 7.3 (WxLxH in mm) dimensions