The RICHARD MILLE RM 72-01 Lifestyle Flyback Chronograph marks a major milestone for the brand—it is the first flyback chronograph entirely developed and manufactured in-house by Richard Mille. At its heart beats the CRMC1 automatic movement, just 6.05 mm thick, featuring a groundbreaking oscillating pinion clutch system that significantly enhances stability and mechanical efficiency.
The tonneau-shaped case, crafted in grade 5 titanium, measures 38.40 × 47.34 × 11.68 mm and features the brand’s signature ergonomic curvature for exceptional comfort on the wrist. The case surface alternates between brushed, polished, and micro-blasted finishes, while the chronograph pushers and crown are made of black ceramic with rose gold accents, creating a dynamic sense of contrast and depth.
The openworked dial showcases an asymmetrical layout: the minute counter at 2 o’clock, hour counter at 5 o’clock, and running seconds at 9 o’clock. Each subdial features a distinct accent color—orange, green, and blue, respectively—ensuring clear legibility. A crown-function indicator appears at 3 o’clock in yellow, while the central chronograph seconds hand sports a red tip. Together, these vibrant tones lend the watch a playful yet sophisticated aesthetic. A vertical date display is discreetly placed at 7 o’clock.
Powering the watch is the in-house Caliber CRMC1 automatic movement, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour with a 50-hour power reserve. The skeletonized movement features a grade 5 titanium baseplate and bridges, finely finished with micro-blasting, hand-polishing, and chamfering, all visible through the sapphire crystal caseback.
The patented oscillating pinion double-clutch mechanism allows the minute and hour chronograph wheels to operate independently from the chronograph seconds gear, transmitting power through two oscillating pinions. This system provides superior stability and compactness, enabling the movement’s exceptionally thin profile of just 6.05 mm—a remarkable technical achievement for a flyback chronograph.
The tonneau-shaped case, crafted in grade 5 titanium, measures 38.40 × 47.34 × 11.68 mm and features the brand’s signature ergonomic curvature for exceptional comfort on the wrist. The case surface alternates between brushed, polished, and micro-blasted finishes, while the chronograph pushers and crown are made of black ceramic with rose gold accents, creating a dynamic sense of contrast and depth.
The openworked dial showcases an asymmetrical layout: the minute counter at 2 o’clock, hour counter at 5 o’clock, and running seconds at 9 o’clock. Each subdial features a distinct accent color—orange, green, and blue, respectively—ensuring clear legibility. A crown-function indicator appears at 3 o’clock in yellow, while the central chronograph seconds hand sports a red tip. Together, these vibrant tones lend the watch a playful yet sophisticated aesthetic. A vertical date display is discreetly placed at 7 o’clock.
Powering the watch is the in-house Caliber CRMC1 automatic movement, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour with a 50-hour power reserve. The skeletonized movement features a grade 5 titanium baseplate and bridges, finely finished with micro-blasting, hand-polishing, and chamfering, all visible through the sapphire crystal caseback.
The patented oscillating pinion double-clutch mechanism allows the minute and hour chronograph wheels to operate independently from the chronograph seconds gear, transmitting power through two oscillating pinions. This system provides superior stability and compactness, enabling the movement’s exceptionally thin profile of just 6.05 mm—a remarkable technical achievement for a flyback chronograph.
Paired with a white rubber strap, the RM 72-01 embodies Richard Mille’s vision of combining avant-garde mechanics with everyday wearability.
Retail price: approximately 190,000 €.
RICHARD MILLE RM 72 – 01 Lifestyle Flyback Chronograph flyback chronograph
Retail price: approximately 190,000 €.
RICHARD MILLE RM 72 – 01 Lifestyle Flyback Chronograph flyback chronograph
Case: Grade 5 titanium,Dimensions: 38.40 × 47.34 mm,Thickness: 11.68 mm,Crystal: Sapphire,Dial: Skeletonized,Movement: Richard Mille Caliber CRMC1, automatic,Jewels: 39,Frequency: 28,800 vph,Power Reserve: 50 hours,Strap: White rubber,Water Resistance: 30 m,Complication: Flyback chronograph.
