Richard Mille has made its name in the world of Haute Horlogerie by creating highly-technical timepieces that are crafted out of cutting-edge materials. Every Richard Mille watch ever created is a true horological masterpiece. However, when the Swiss brand calls its latest creation the most complex timepiece ever, we know that we are up for something properly special. Meet the Richard Mille RM 65-01 Automatic Split Seconds Chronograph ? the watchmaker?s first automatic rattrapante chronograph that takes the brand?s instantly recognizable design to a whole new level. According to Richard Mille, the latest timepiece to join its line-up took 5 years in development and ?embodies the brand?s technical approach thanks to the combination of several additional functions, a particular architecture and an extremely high-end aesthetic.?
The signature tonneau case of the watch measures 44mm by 49.9mm and is available in both Richard Mille?s proprietary layered Carbon TPT material and a mix of red gold and Carbon TPT. The layered Carbon TPT’s unique texture is contrasted with a mix of bold, sporty colors, which immediately attract attention. However, Richard Mille says the colors serve a particular purpose. All the watch’s functions are denoted by a specific color, which helps to identify which pusher activates a specific function of the watch. The color orange denotes the chronograph complication, while blue is tied to the split-seconds function, and yellow indicates...