Important Watches I
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Reference RM015 A pink gold skeletonised dual time zone tourbillon wristwatch with power reserve and torque indication, Circa 2009 | 型號 RM015 粉紅金鏤空陀飛輪兩地時間腕錶,備動力儲備及力矩顯示,約2009年製
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April 7, 07:19 AM GMT
Estimate
1,600,000 - 2,400,000 HKD
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Richard Mille
Reference RM015
A pink gold skeletonised dual time zone tourbillon wristwatch with power reserve and torque indication, Circa 2009
Richard Mille
型號 RM015
粉紅金鏤空陀飛輪兩地時間腕錶,備動力儲備及力矩顯示,約2009年製
Dial: skeletonised
Calibre: cal. RM015 mechanical, 29 jewels
Case: 18k pink gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by 4 screws
Case number: 43
Closure: black Richard Mille leather strap and titanium and 18k pink gold double folding clasp
Size: 48 mm length x 39 mm width
Signed: case, dial and movement
Accessories: Richard Mille Warranty, Approved Used Watch Warranty, instruction manual and presentation box
附帶證書、二手證書、說明書及盒子
Richard Mille is renowned for his avant-garde timepieces that blend traditional complications with cutting-edge technology, often seen adorning the wrists of world-class athletes like Rafael Nadal and Mark Cavendish.
The RM015, known as the Tourbillon Marine, was originally designed for the crew of Richard Mille's own racing yacht, Scorcha. Due to the demanding nature of ocean racing, precise time management is crucial, especially considering the races often span multiple time zones. To address this challenge, Richard Mille incorporated a highly practical dual time complication into the watch, complemented by signature features like the tourbillon and torque indicator. Notably, the crown includes a pusher that functions similarly to Rolex's Ring Command bezel, enabling easy adjustment of the crown's purpose with an indicator on the dial. The dial also presents a second time zone indicator at 10 o'clock, power reserve at 1 o'clock, and torque indicator at 3 o'clock, providing guidance on optimal winding for accurate timekeeping.
This combination of functionalities ensures that the timepiece is equipped to meet the specific needs of ocean racers, providing them with accurate timekeeping capabilities and enhanced performance during their grueling competitions. This watch caters to the needs of ocean racers while embodying the spirit of athleticism and engineering excellence that defines the Richard Mille brand.