Fine Watches
Fine Watches
Richard Mille
RM011 AO CA FM ‘Felipe Massa Black Knight’ | A limited edition carbon semi-skeletonised annual calendar flyback chronograph wristwatch | Circa 2016
Lot Closed
February 8, 02:11 PM GMT
Estimate
250,000 - 300,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
Richard Mille
‘Felipe Massa Black Knight’, Reference RM011 AO CA FM
A limited edition carbon semi-skeletonised annual calendar flyback chronograph wristwatch
Circa 2016
Dial: semi-skelitonised
Calibre: cal. RMAC1 automatic, 68 jewels
Movement number: 6’534
Case: carbon, sapphire crystal display case back secured by eight screws
Case number: 5’531, 61/100
Closure: titanium Richard Mille double folding buckle
Size: 50 x 42 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: Richard Mille Warranty, product literature, bifold and presentation case with integrated winder, adapters and outer packaging
After spearheading the watchmaking department for numerous companies including the legendary fine jeweler Mauboussin, industry veteran Richard Mille launched his eponymous brand in 2001. Since its inception, Richard Mille has been dedicated to utilizing the latest technical innovations and exotic materials to produce timepieces that are unmistakably modern in look and at the forefront of horological achievements.
The RM011 has been a staple of the Richard Millie range of watches since its introduction in 2007 and was inspired by the F1 driver Felipe Massa. This present RM011 is emblematic of the close relationship between the sport of Formula 1 and Richard Mille, using complex materials to redefine the cutting edge. Using NTPT carbon for the case is an extraordinary manufacturing challenge, with the manipulation of carbon into a tonneau shape a sincere reflection of Richard Mille’s engineering capabilities.
The Richard Mille RM011 ‘Felipe Massa Black Knight’ was made in a limited edition of just 100 examples of which this is number 61.