Description

The RM07-01 in Rose Gold and Carbon seamlessly embodies Richard Mille’s hallmark innovation, pairing advanced materials with refined aesthetics. Its tonneau-shaped case employs a dual construction in which Carbon TPT forms the case band and 18k rose gold comprises the bezel and caseback, creating a striking two-tone contrast that immediately stands out on the wrist. Carbon TPT is a lightweight composite favored for its exceptional resistance to shocks and scratches, while rose gold lends an opulent warmth to the overall design.

At the heart of this timepiece is a Black Sapphire and Onyx dial, a testament to Richard Mille’s penchant for unusual material combinations. Onyx, renowned for its rich depth and polished luster, provides a beautifully smooth surface, while black sapphires subtly highlight the dial’s hour markers and decorations. Together, they reflect light in a captivating way, underscoring the brand’s focus on bold yet elegant design. The dial is deliberately minimal, with luminescent accents on the hour markers and hands, ensuring legibility even in low-light conditions.

Beneath this luxurious exterior lies a manufacture Richard Mille in-house automatic movement, prized for its reliability and efficiency. The movement’s rotor, made of a dense metal alloy, is adjustable via a system of wings that enables fine-tuning to the wearer’s lifestyle, thereby optimizing winding efficiency. Its free-sprung balance and variable inertia ensure remarkable stability and precision.

Small in size at around 31-32mm in width, the RM07-01 is designed to grace feminine wrists without compromising on performance. Water-resistant to approximately 50 meters, it is versatile for daily wear. The integrated strap, crafted from high-grade rubber or other exclusive materials, attaches seamlessly to the case, maintaining a sleek silhouette that highlights its sculptural form.

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