Richard Mille - RM 65-01 Grey Quartz TPT Automatic Split Seconds Chronograph

The new version sports a grey Quartz TPT bezel, caseband and caseback, with a microblasted, polished and satin-finished Grade 5 titanium crown, framed by the chronograph buttons, also in polished and satin-finished Grade 5 titanium. info: xtime-store

The same material and finish are used for the plate engraved with RM 65-01 on the caseband. The rapid-winding pusher at 8 o'clock stands out with its lemon yellow Quartz TPT button.info: xtime-store

Measuring 44.50 x 49.94 x 16.10 mm, the tripartite case frames a dial that stands out for its use of colours to enhance legibility despite numerous indications.info: xtime-store

Light blue is for time: hours, minutes, small seconds at 6 o’clock, whereas blue refers to the date display. Orange identifies the chronograph’s sweep seconds hand as well as the 30-minute and 12-hour totalisers. Yellow is linked to the winding mechanism. To avoid all confusion, the split-seconds hand is purple. info: xtime-store

The model was also enhanced with a new gearbox, taking the form of a function selector housed in the crown. This system makes it possible to switch between ‘traditional’ winding (W), semi-instantaneous date adjustment (D) or setting the time (H), all done simply by pressing the crown.info: xtime-store

The patented rapid-winding pusher was developed in addition to the automatic winding and winding with the crown. By pressing the pusher 125 times, the barrel is fully wound to guarantee a power reserve of up to 60 hours (without the chronograph running). This practical and "playful" function was particularly difficult to develop because of its high levels of torque transfer. During the ageing tests, the function was activated thousands of times.info: xtime-store

Developed in partnership with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, the integrated Calibre RMAC4 is equipped with the latest-generation split-seconds mechanism designed by the engineers at Richard Mille. The high frequency balance with variable inertia operates at a frequency of 5 Hz (36,000 vibrations per hour) with superior timekeeping accuracy over an extended period and precise stopwatch calculations to 1/10th of a second. info: xtime-store

The RM 65-01 uses a newly designed variable geometry to optimise the rotor’s winding motion. By adjusting the 3-position weight, the rotor’s inertia can be adjusted to either speed up the winding process in the case of leisurely arm movements, or to slow it down during sporting activities. info: xtime-store

Consisting of over 600 intricate components, this remarkable timepiece underwent a series of rigorous tests to showcase its ability to operate flawlessly in various conditions. These tests encompassed a wide range of evaluations, including shock and drop simulations, accelerated 10-year aging trials for all functions, waterproof examinations, and trials for resistance against magnetic fields.info: xtime-store

The new Richard Mille RM 65-01 Grey Quartz TPT Automatic Split Seconds Chronograph is priced at CHF 315,000 CHF (excluding. VAT). info: xtime-store

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