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an explosion of colors with the yellow and blue Quartz TPT

Richard Mille's most complex automatic watch is reinvented with vibrant colors and an innovative material. Discover the new yellow and blue Quartz TPT models of the RM 65-01.

New features of the RM 65-01

Last week, Richard Mille unveiled two new versions of the RM 65-01, initially launched in 2020. Made up of 600 components, it is the brand's most complex automatic watch. The new bright yellow shade will be produced in a limited series of 120 copies, while the pastel blue version will become a permanent model in the collection.

  • Manufactured in Quartz TPT, a high-performance composite used for its properties of resistance to high temperatures, its robustness and its transparency to electromagnetic waves.
  • Shades introduced at the initial manufacturing stage to ensure color consistency and durability.
  • Richard Mille, always in search of innovation in the field of complex chronographs, began this adventure with the RM 004, a manual split-seconds model. The new RM 65-01 continues this tradition with a sophisticated automatic movement.

    The RMAC4 movement

    The RM 65-01 is equipped with the RMAC4 caliber, a high-frequency automatic movement (36,000 vibrations per hour or 5 Hz), designed by Vaucher based on the Parmigiani PF361 caliber. This movement allows elapsed time to be measured to the tenth of a second, a precision greater than current 4 Hz chronographs.

  • High frequency for increased precision.
  • Vertical clutch and double column wheel for smooth operation of the pushers.
  • Chronograph capable of measuring events up to 12 hours.
  • 60 hour power reserve.
  • Rotor with variable geometry optimizing winding depending on the wearer's activity.
  • The RM 65-01 also incorporates a quick-wind button located at eight o'clock, allowing the mainspring to be quickly recharged in just 125 presses. The function selector on the crown makes it easy to transition between winding, date and time setting modes.

    Design and materials

    The new versions in yellow and blue Quartz TPT bring a touch of bright and contemporary color to the RM 65-01 collection. Quartz TPT technology, initially developed for the RM 27-02 Nadal model, uses layers of resin-impregnated quartz fibers, providing exceptional durability and resistance to extreme conditions.

  • Case dimensions: 44.50 x 49.94 mm.
  • Thickness: 16.10 mm.
  • Water resistance up to 50 meters.
  • Rubber strap for optimal comfort.
  • The process of coloring Quartz TPT is complex and requires extensive research to ensure that the pigments do not affect the properties of the composite material. This attention to detail allows Richard Mille to offer watches that are not only aesthetic but also robust and reliable.

    Features and pricing

    In addition to their bold aesthetic, the yellow and blue RM 65-01 offer advanced features, including a split-seconds chronograph, a function selector and a quick-winding mechanism.

  • Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date, split-seconds chronograph, function selector, quick winding and variable geometry rotor.
  • RMAC4 caliber with a frequency of 36,000 vph (5 Hz).
  • Power reserve of 60 hours (ยฑ10%) without the chronograph activated.
  • The yellow Quartz TPT models will be available in a limited edition of 120 pieces, while the blue version will remain a permanent offering from the brand. The selling price for each of these models is โ‚ฌ380,000.

    Our opinion

    With the arrival of summer, the Richard Mille watch season is in full swing among elite fans of flamboyantly designed watches. The RM 65-01, with its bright colors and sophisticated construction, perfectly embodies this trend. The limited yellow model and the permanent blue version are standout additions to the collection, offering a combination of cutting-edge technology and bold aesthetics.

    The RM 65-01 is not just a watch, but a symbol of luxury and performance, combining complex engineering with avant-garde design. Whether for its rapid winding mechanism or its precise chronograph, every detail is designed to offer an exceptional watchmaking experience.

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