Richard Mille - Carbon - RM 65-01 Bk CB

The RM 65-01 by Richard Mille stands as a pinnacle of innovation and technical mastery, representing the culmination of five years of relentless development. This automatic split-seconds chronograph is the most intricate timepiece ever produced by the brand, showcasing a harmonious blend of additional functions, a distinctive architecture, and a sophisticated aesthetic.

Powered by a skeletonized automatic winding movement, the RM 65-01 boasts hours, minutes, seconds at 6 o’clock, date, split-seconds chronograph with a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock, 12-hour counter at 9 o’clock, function selector, rapid winding, and a variable-geometry rotor.

The chronograph undergoes rigorous testing, including shock simulations, drop tests, accelerated ageing phases, waterproof trials, and magnetic field resistance assessments. The watch incorporates a rapid winding mechanism, allowing quick rearming of the barrel with the pusher at 8 o’clock, ensuring optimal functionality.

With movement dimensions of 31.78 x 29.98 mm, a thickness of 8.69 mm, and 51 jewels, the RM 65-01 is a feat of horological engineering. The Glucydur® balance with 4 arms and a moment of inertia of 7.5 mg•cm2, operating at a frequency of 36,000 vph (5 Hz), underscores its precision.

Richard Mille - Carbon - RM 65-01 Bk CB