Each of the three diamond-set versions possesses a unique character:
The first features tightly set baguette-cut diamonds, emphasizing the geometric tension of the case shape.
The second is set with round diamonds, offering a visually elegant and understated look.
The third employs the “Snow Set” technique, resembling a glistening coat of frost, sparkling from every angle.
The dial continues the 72-01’s distinctive asymmetrical layout:
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2 o’clock: 45-minute chronograph counter with orange hand
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5 o’clock: 12-hour chronograph counter with green hand
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9 o’clock: Small seconds disc with blue hand
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Center: Red central chronograph seconds hand
This multi-color scheme lends the watch a youthful and sharp spirit. A crown position indicator is at 3 o’clock, and a vertical double-digit date window is discreetly placed at 8 o’clock. The partially openworked dial cleverly reveals the finely finished movement bridges and gear train.
It is powered by the in-house Calibre CRMC1 automatic movement, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour and offering a 50-hour power reserve. This movement features a patented “oscillating pinion double coupling mechanism,” which decouples the minute and hour chronograph wheels from the chronograph seconds wheel. The mainspring’s energy is transmitted directly to the chronograph hands via two oscillating pinions. This innovative mechanism ensures more stable operation and a slimmer profile—the entire movement is just 6.05mm thick.
The official prices are:
Baguette-cut diamond version: ≈ 711,581 EUR
Snow-set diamond version: ≈ 392,938 EUR
Round diamond version: ≈ 307,975 EUR
RICHARD MILLE RM 72-01 Lifestyle Chronograph White Gold and Diamond Editions
White gold case, dimensions 38.40 x 47.34 x 11.68 mm. Diamond-set bezel. Sapphire crystal. Skeleton dial. Calibre CRMC1 automatic movement, 39 jewels, 28,800 vph, 50-hour power reserve. White rubber strap. Water-resistant to 30 meters.
Complication: Flyback Chronograph
