RADO

To identify your Rado watch, check for a serial number. On the back of an authentic Rado watch case, there should be an 8-digit serial number engraved by the manufacturer. 

For a Rado serial number check, visit the “Service” section of Rado’s official website. The watch’s serial number can be used to secure a copy of the user manual for your timepiece when you enter the number into the company’s database. When you download a copy of the manual, your serial number can be used to identify your Rado watch’s movement caliber. Information about your watch’s movement caliber can be found in the user manual. 

There aren’t registered serial numbers for Rado watches manufactured prior to 1966. For Rado watches made before 1966, the brand recommends that watch owners use the watch’s reference number to find the piece’s movement caliber. 

Contact the Rado service team via the company’s website for any questions about your timepiece. 

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To tell if a Rado is real, the Swiss luxury watchmaker recommends that you take your timepiece to an authorized Rado retailer or service center. Doing so will allow you to get an expert opinion. A complete list of Rado retailers and service centers is available on the official Rado website. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Rado watches from some of the world's top dealers.

Yes, Rado is a luxury watch. The award-winning Swiss watchmaker has earned a reputation for experimenting with a range of materials such as ceramic and ultra-resistant hard metals to produce highly precise, innovative and durable timepieces. Rado offers a diverse assortment of watches, with everything from entry-level to high-end models. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Rado watches.

Many watch lovers feel that Rado watches are worth it. The luxury watchmaker has earned a reputation for producing unique timepieces out of proprietary materials. For example, Rado pioneered a form of ceramic that is scratch-resistant and ultra-lightweight. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Rado watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Rado watches and other watches on 1stDibs.

How much a Rado watch is depends on its materials, model, availability and other factors. Entry-level Rado watches usually sell for $1,000 to $3,000. Examples of such timepieces include the Centrix Automatic, the True Thinline, the HyperChrome Automatic, the DiaMaster and the Captain Cook Automatic. Rado's most complex timepieces, such as the Sintra and the True Skeleton, generally sell for over $10,000. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Rado watches.