Richard Mille RM012 AG Pt 'Proto1' Tourbillon | A platinum skeletonised tourbillon wristwatch | Circa 2008
Richard Mille
'Proto1', Reference RM012 AG Pt
A platinum skeletonised tourbillon wristwatch
Circa 2008
Dial: skeletonised
Caliber: cal. RM012 manual, 20 jewels
Movement number: P01
Case: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws
Case number: PROTO1
Closure: titanium Richard Mille folding buckle
Size: 49 x 39 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: undated Richard Mille Warranty, leather folder, signed letter from Richard Mille dated June 2007 announcing the production of this prototype and purchase invoice dated March 2008
Condition Report:
MVT: is running at the time of cataloging.
CASE: is in overall good condition with signs of wear to the case. Surface scratching throughout case and presence of dinging, especially to the edges of the case. Some scratching and scuffing to the clasp.
DIAL: is in excellent condition.
Catalogue Note:
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 movement of the RM 012 was, is still, revolutionary in concept and design. Intended to be created with the case and movement as one, the result, finished to the highest standards by hand, is both a technical and visual marvel. As an example of the research and dedication involved, the winding barrel, going train and tourbillon case are constructed in aluminum alloy Anticorodal 100 (AlMgSi1), the material was chosen for its low mass inertia, special ability to absorb vibrations, corrosion resistance and dynamic strength. The case, measuring 48 x 39.30 x 13.84 mm and weighting 171 grams with the strap and buckle is one of the heaviest in the RM series.
Furthermore, the present lot provides a great opportunity to acquire a rare piece. Accompanying the watch, there is an autograph letter from Richard Mille informing the original owner on the manufacturing of the watch, whose delivery had been delayed due to the Swiss watchmaker's desire to achieve the highest quality in the production of the prototype for the RM012. Excitingly, the letter mentions the production of three prototype watches of the RM012 of which we are pleased to offer the first one in the series.
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Richard Mille
'Proto1', Reference RM012 AG Pt
A platinum skeletonised tourbillon wristwatch
Circa 2008
Dial: skeletonised
Caliber: cal. RM012 manual, 20 jewels
Movement number: P01
Case: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by four screws
Case number: PROTO1
Closure: titanium Richard Mille folding buckle
Size: 49 x 39 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: undated Richard Mille Warranty, leather folder, signed letter from Richard Mille dated June 2007 announcing the production of this prototype and purchase invoice dated March 2008
Condition Report:
MVT: is running at the time of cataloging.
CASE: is in overall good condition with signs of wear to the case. Surface scratching throughout case and presence of dinging, especially to the edges of the case. Some scratching and scuffing to the clasp.
DIAL: is in excellent condition.
Catalogue Note:
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 movement of the RM 012 was, is still, revolutionary in concept and design. Intended to be created with the case and movement as one, the result, finished to the highest standards by hand, is both a technical and visual marvel. As an example of the research and dedication involved, the winding barrel, going train and tourbillon case are constructed in aluminum alloy Anticorodal 100 (AlMgSi1), the material was chosen for its low mass inertia, special ability to absorb vibrations, corrosion resistance and dynamic strength. The case, measuring 48 x 39.30 x 13.84 mm and weighting 171 grams with the strap and buckle is one of the heaviest in the RM series.
Furthermore, the present lot provides a great opportunity to acquire a rare piece. Accompanying the watch, there is an autograph letter from Richard Mille informing the original owner on the manufacturing of the watch, whose delivery had been delayed due to the Swiss watchmaker's desire to achieve the highest quality in the production of the prototype for the RM012. Excitingly, the letter mentions the production of three prototype watches of the RM012 of which we are pleased to offer the first one in the series.
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