Description

Richard Mille’s Extra Flat Tourbillon RM017 in white ceramic is a quintessential representation of the brand’s synonymous alliance between technologically pioneering concepts and exquisite design. Crafting a timepiece that envelops a tourbillon mechanism into an exceptionally flat profile, the RM017 seamlessly combines mechanical complexity with aesthetically serene simplicity.

The white ceramic variant of the RM017 introduces a visually stunning element to this luxurious timepiece. Ceramic, renowned for its hardness and resistance to scratching, also brings a modern and sleek aesthetic, contrasting with the intricate mechanical wizardry concealed within. The pristine white hue imbues the watch with a contemporary, refined, and unassumingly sophisticated visual character.

Inside, the tourbillon movement, often hailed as a pinnacle in watchmaking, provides remarkable precision and mechanical beauty. The intricate complexity of the tourbillion balances the minimalist exterior, offering a dazzling display of craftsmanship beneath a sapphire crystal. This juxtaposition between external simplicity and internal complexity forms a mesmerizing harmony, a testament to Richard Mille’s mastery in horology.

The RM017, with its white ceramic case, is a testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship, technological innovation, and design philosophy that Richard Mille has perpetually showcased. It goes beyond mere timekeeping, emerging as a piece that harmonizes advanced materials science with the age-old artistry of watchmaking. Limited in its availability, it is an emblem of luxurious exclusivity, alluring collectors and aficionados with its subtle elegance, horological sophistication, and the indomitable spirit of innovation that defines the Richard Mille brand. This piece, while resplendent in its contemporary aesthetic, maintains a timeless appeal, solidifying its place in the distinguished lineage of Richard Mille’s horological masterpieces.

 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