Description

The Richard Mille RM029 Automatic Winding Le Mans Classic Limited Edition is a tribute to the prestigious Le Mans Classic, a renowned endurance race celebrating the heritage of automotive excellence. Limited to just 150 pieces, this exclusive timepiece merges Richard Mille’s avant-garde watchmaking with the spirit of motorsports, making it a coveted collectible for both horology enthusiasts and racing aficionados.

Crafted with precision, the RM029 Le Mans Classic features a case made from white and green Quartz TPT, a signature material for Richard Mille known for its lightweight and exceptional durability. The striking combination of green and white pays homage to the official colors of the Le Mans Classic race. Measuring 40mm x 48mm, the RM029 retains a bold presence while maintaining a comfortable fit on the wrist, ideal for daily wear or active pursuits.

Inside, the watch is powered by the CRMA2 automatic movement, offering a 55-hour power reserve. This skeletonized movement is constructed with a grade 5 titanium baseplate and bridges, ensuring both strength and minimal weight. The rotor, also in titanium, features a variable geometry system, adapting to the wearer’s activity to optimize winding efficiency.

The dial is a standout feature, with the large date display located at 4 o’clock and the Le Mans Classic logo displayed proudly on the lower half, reinforcing its racing pedigree. The skeletonized design allows a view of the intricate inner workings, a hallmark of Richard Mille’s technical artistry.

Designed for the demands of motorsports, the RM029 Le Mans Classic is water-resistant up to 50 meters and features a comfortable, highly durable rubber strap. As a limited edition of 150 pieces, this timepiece represents the perfect fusion of motorsport heritage and cutting-edge horology, making it highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

 Richard Mille – bio

Richard Mille (born 13 February 1951, in France) started work at Finhor, a local watchmaking company in 1974. The company was bought by Matra in 1981 and Richard Mille rose to manage Matra’s watchmaking business, which then included the brands Yema and Cupillard Rième. Matra’s watchmaking activities were sold to Seiko, who Mille left in 1992 to start a watchmaking business for jewellery firm Mauboussin. In 1999 he founded the company Richard Mille SA in collaboration with Audemars Piguet. Its first product, the RM001 went on sale in 2001