1. & 2. RM 007 Ladies’ Watch
Introduced only two years ago after a long period of expectation, the RM 007
Ladies’ watch has found a strong resonance among women across the globe. First
released in a full diamond set version in 2005, last year saw the introduction of the
precious metal version with diamond markers for the hours. New for 2007 is the
introduction of several new dials and dial colors, using different styles of numerals,
colored fields or precious stone settings. Each of these, in combination with a large
variety of diamond and precious stone settings for the case, accentuates new and
subtle moods befitting every role a woman could desire. Although white diamonds
still remain an essential, they are offered in combination with various colors and
combinations including black diamonds, rubies and emeralds in several geometric
patterns and sensually curving lines that accentuate the exceptional form of the
visual statement made by the sensual lines of the case. All versions of the RM 007
pursue the same philosophy of technical perfection as the rest of the collection with
hand ground and black PVD coated titanium baseplates and bridges, and the
exceptional bi-directional gold rotor filled with more than 100 micro-balls, which
provides efficient winding for excellent chronometric results. The RM 007 truly
unites sensual contours, precious metals and jewels with the technical prowess of
haute horlogerie in which only the exceptional can achieve perfection.
Functions: hours, minutes, date at 6 o’clock
Bracelet available in colored crocodile, satin, leather and metal
3. RM011 Felipe Massa Flyback Chronographe
Continuing the long-term relationship with the young Ferrari F1 driver Felipe Massa,
this new Richard Mille creation for 2007 combines the practical with the exceptional,
with functions that are at home either on the racetrack, in the air or on the street. The
flyback chronograph, originally developed for use by pilots, can be reset with a single
pusher instead of having to be stopped, reset and started again like a regular
chronograph. This eliminates navigational mistakes when traveling at high speeds.
On land, flyback chronographs are useful for timing laps or the turn-off points for road
rally’s. Developed in close collaboration with Felipe Massa, the RM 011 also offers
truly practical functions such as an annular calendar with oversize date, month
indicator, 12-hour totalizer and 60-minute countdown timer. The exceptional case
uses a central caseband of titanium with the choice of either titanium or 18-carat red
or white gold bezels, creating a unique visual effect that accentuates the strong
character of the robust case size.
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, flyback chronograph, annular calendar with
oversize date, month; 60-minute countdown timer, 12-hour totalizer
4. RM 015 Perini Navi Cup dual time
Richard Mille Watches was proud to be named official timekeeper of the Perini
Navi Cup Races in 2006, and the connection with Perini Navi is again
strengthened with the introduction this year of the RM 015, which adds a second
time zone function to the marine caliber tourbillon. The second time zone can be
simply adjusted via a pushbutton at 9 o’clock, which advances the hour each time
it is depressed. The time zone, with hours shown on a disc of sapphire, appears
against a white field located at 10:30. The RM 015 Perini Navi Cup draws its
inspiration closely from the most exceptional Perini Navi creation, the Maltese
Falcon. The decks, hull shape, windlass, pulleys, screws and various marine
details of that ship are reflected in numerous structures of this watch, reflected
even in the shapes of the hands and parts of the movement such as the tourbillon
and central bridges, as well as the tourbillon cage itself. Constructed upon a an
extremely stable carbon nanofiber baseplate, the RM 015 has all the exceptional
features typical for all the tourbillons from the collection.
Functions: hours, minutes, second time zone, power reserve and torque indicators,
function selector
5. RM 016 extra flat automatic
A characteristic thread through of the entire collection is that each timepiece has a
specific identity defined by its functions and form. The new RM 016 extra flat
automatic exemplifies this philosophy. Its new case shape, the first new form since
Richard Mille Watches was first introduced, is defined by its simultaneously being
the flattest watch of the collection. Like other Richard Mille watches, its case
retains the subtle curves that fit the wrist comfortably, the typical titanium screws
and special strap integration, whilst the proportions of the tonneau shape have
been transformed. Utilizing the skeletonized 005-S caliber with variable rotor
geometry, this new creation is in every sense a thoroughbred Richard Mille. The
unusual crown is available in either titanium and red gold or titanium and white
gold to match the choice of precious metal for the case.
Functions: hours, minutes, seconds, date
Read about Richard Mille’s new models for 2007 in HH Journal
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