Richard Mille - Titanium - RM 72-01 TI

The Richard Mille Skeletonized Lifestyle Automatic Chronograph is a masterpiece of watchmaking, featuring an automatic bidirectional winding movement that powers hours, minutes, small seconds, date, flyback chronograph, function indicator, and stop seconds. The baseplate and bridges, crafted from grade 5 titanium, ensure smooth gear train functionality, and the micro-blasted grade 5 titanium, coupled with a grey electroplasma treatment, provides exceptional rigidity and even surfaces.

This flyback chronograph, patented by Richard Mille, separates torque across various counters, ensuring optimal performance. Drawing power directly from the barrel, it transmits enhanced energy to the chronograph train through a coupling system, featuring oscillating pinions on rockers for precise control of start, stop, flyback, and reset functions. The movement, with 39 jewels, CuBe balance wheel, and AK3 balance spring, operates at 28,800 vph.

The design integrates a red underlined "16" on the hour counter, paying homage to the traditional start time of endurance races. The watch showcases meticulous craftsmanship, with a holistic approach to the movement, case, and dial. The case, made of Quartz TPT®, comprises over 600 layers of parallel filaments, providing strength, resistance to high temperatures, and a unique aesthetic. The tripartite case, water-resistant to 30 meters, is assembled using 20 grade 5 titanium screws, emphasizing the commitment to uncompromising quality.

Richard Mille - Titanium - RM 72-01 TI