RICHARD MILLE has unveiled a brand-new line of haute complication timepieces—the RM 75-01 Flying Tourbillon Sapphire. This striking creation features a highly skeletonized hand-wound tourbillon movement housed within a fully transparent sapphire crystal case, designed to highlight the visual drama of the tourbillon in all its glory. The model is offered in three case variations: clear sapphire, blue sapphire, and violet sapphire.
Crafting the sapphire case is an immense technical challenge. Each component must be precisely machined to achieve perfectly flowing curves, while the bezel and screw fittings are painstakingly polished by hand. Every case requires over 1,000 hours of production, resulting in a crystalline, luminous transparency that captures light from every angle.
The openworked dial emphasizes the geometric architecture of the movement. The sandblasted rose gold inner bezel evokes the graceful arches of a Gothic cathedral dome, while the flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock appears to float freely thanks to its bridge-free construction. At 12 o’clock, the skeletonized barrel openly reveals the state of wind. Every surface—beveled, brushed, or polished—displays the meticulous hand-finishing typical of Richard Mille, transforming the entire movement into a kinetic sculpture.
The watch is powered by the RM 75-01 hand-wound movement, beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour with a 65-hour power reserve. The titanium baseplate adopts a triangular structural design, merging lightweight rigidity with architectural elegance, while the gear train is rhodium-plated for enhanced brilliance and durability.
The clear sapphire version is limited to 15 pieces, while the blue and violet sapphire editions are each limited to 10 pieces. Pricing has yet to be announced.
RICHARD MILLE RM 75-01 Flying Tourbillon Sapphire
Crafting the sapphire case is an immense technical challenge. Each component must be precisely machined to achieve perfectly flowing curves, while the bezel and screw fittings are painstakingly polished by hand. Every case requires over 1,000 hours of production, resulting in a crystalline, luminous transparency that captures light from every angle.
The openworked dial emphasizes the geometric architecture of the movement. The sandblasted rose gold inner bezel evokes the graceful arches of a Gothic cathedral dome, while the flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock appears to float freely thanks to its bridge-free construction. At 12 o’clock, the skeletonized barrel openly reveals the state of wind. Every surface—beveled, brushed, or polished—displays the meticulous hand-finishing typical of Richard Mille, transforming the entire movement into a kinetic sculpture.
The watch is powered by the RM 75-01 hand-wound movement, beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour with a 65-hour power reserve. The titanium baseplate adopts a triangular structural design, merging lightweight rigidity with architectural elegance, while the gear train is rhodium-plated for enhanced brilliance and durability.
The clear sapphire version is limited to 15 pieces, while the blue and violet sapphire editions are each limited to 10 pieces. Pricing has yet to be announced.
RICHARD MILLE RM 75-01 Flying Tourbillon Sapphire
Sapphire crystal case, 32.9 × 46.75 × 14.35 mm,Sapphire bezel, diamond-set crown,Sapphire crystal front and back,Skeletonized dial and hands,RM 75-01 hand-wound movement,18 jewels, 21,600 vph, 65-hour power reserve,Rubber strap,Water-resistant to 30 meters
Complication: Flying tourbillon.
