Richard Mille RM 17-02 : Manual Winding Tourbillon

Big announcements are not necessary for Richard Mille's new timepieces. They tend to speak for themselves since they are striking, assertive, daring, and uncommon. For this reason, it's possible that many people were unaware of the new RM17-02 manual wind tourbillon in grade-5 titanium. But at least in my opinion, it perfectly captures the essence of Richard Mille's fame.

The RM17-02, which was limited to 30 pieces, was released earlier this year in White Quartz TPT, one of Richard Mille's most expensive case materials. However, titanium—well, titanium and carbon nanofiber—is where Richard Mille got his start, so the new titanium release feels very natural for the watch.

History 

Limited to 30 pieces apiece, the manual-winding RM 17-02 made its premiere in 2022 with a satin-finished 18-karat red gold case and lightweight TZP ceramic. The business then debuted a White Quartz TPT version earlier this year, which was likewise limited to 30 pieces.

Design 

The tonneau-shaped case, which houses the RM17-02 skeletonised movement, is 40.10 mm wide, 48.15 mm long, and 13.08 mm thick. The manually-wound movement offers 70 hours of power reserve with display, with a function selector display, all in a 4.65mm thick movement. The baseplate, which supports the tourbillon movement with a fast-rotating barrel and variable-inertia balancing wheel, is machined from grade-5 titanium and finished with black PVD. The bridges are treated with blue PVD and 5N gold. The watch appears to be lightweight and should fit comfortably on the wrist, even if the brand hasn't released wrist images of it.

features of Richard Mille RM 17-02 : Manual Winding Tourbillon

The stunning Richard Mille RM 17-02 watch is renowned for its superb craftsmanship and cutting-edge features. Here are some of its key features:   

Design and Materials:

Lightweight Titanium Case: Despite its intricate mechanism, the watch is comfortable to wear because to its lightweight titanium case.

Skeletonized Dial: The brand's dedication to openness and mechanical artistry is demonstrated by the skeletonised dial, which displays the movement's complex inner workings.

Movement: Manual Winding Tourbillon Caliber RM17-02: The manually wound tourbillon movement, which is known for its accuracy and beauty, is the heart of the RM 17-02. In order to counteract the effects of gravity on the timekeeping mechanism, the tourbillon cage spins once per minute.

Richard Mille RM 1702 Tourbillon Movement

Power Reserve Indicator: You can keep an eye on how much energy is left in the mainspring thanks to the watch's power reserve indication.

Function Indicators: Additional function indicators, such the winding state and time setting, give details about how the watch is working.

Other Notable Features:

Variable Inertia Balance Wheel: In a variety of circumstances, the balance wheel's changing inertia guarantees the best possible timekeeping performance.

Ceramic Endstones: Ceramic endstones are used in the tourbillon cage to increase longevity and decrease friction.

Intricate Finishing: The watch's visual appeal is enhanced by the movement's fine finishing procedures, which include polishing and anglage.

All things considered, the Richard Mille RM 17-02 is a masterwork of horological engineering that blends innovative technology with gorgeous design. For both watch aficionados and collectors, its lightweight titanium case, skeletonised dial, and tourbillon mechanism make it a very sought-after wristwatch.

Note : Because Richard Mille watches are extremely rare, detailed information regarding each model's availability may change. For the most recent information, it is advised to speak with an authorised Richard Mille dealer.