The new RM 33-03 Automatic watch is a perfect example of Richard Mille engineering and aesthetics, combining exquisite rounded shapes with advanced watchmaking technology. Inspired by its predecessor, the RM 33-02, this new creation retains the brand's design DNA while introducing unprecedented technical sophistication in an ultra-thin skeleton movement.
Skeleton movement made from the finest materials The RM 33-03 is equipped with the RMXP3 skeleton automatic winding movement, designed to perfectly combine performance and exquisite craftsmanship. Its integrated eccentric micro-rotor is made of solid platinum and is only 3.28 mm thick. This watch is equipped with a bidirectional winding system and is mounted on ceramic ball bearings, which combines compactness and stability.
The titanium baseplate is reinforced with Titalyt® to ensure durability, while the titanium bridges are covered with black PVD coating, highlighting the mechanical precision and high-end craftsmanship of this movement. True to the essence of haute horlogerie, the RM 33-03 also features hand-finishing techniques such as sandblasting, micro-sandblasting and chamfering of parts.
In addition to the traditional semi-instantaneous date display at 5 o'clock, the RM 33-03 also features a small seconds dial at 6 o'clock - a rarity for Richard Mille. This design not only enhances the visual dynamism of the dial, but also highlights the dynamics of the movement. The variable inertia balance wheel oscillates at a frequency of 3 Hz and ensures a power reserve of more than 40 hours thanks to an ultra-precise adjustment system based on four peripheral masses.
The aesthetic design of the RM 33-03 is a reinterpretation of the round case in the spirit of the Richard Mille brand. Its dimensions remain the same, 41.7 mm in diameter and only 9.7 mm thick, and its visual characteristics cleverly combine sporty design elements while retaining the refined texture of a collector's item.
The watch is available in two versions: one entirely in grade 5 titanium, known for its strength and lightness, and the other combines Carbon TPT® with a striated reflective effect and a 5N red gold case for a bold contrast. Each watch is assembled using titanium spline screws, a technical and visual signature of the brand, ensuring the stability and precision of the assembly.
The floating numerals in 18K 5N red gold are set on a titanium track, creating the visual effect of floating above the movement, adding depth and three-dimensionality. The bracelet cleverly extends the smooth lines of the case, and the hollow design at 6 and 12 o'clock makes it seamless and comfortable to wear.
With the RM 33-03, Richard Mille once again pushes the boundaries of round watches, interpreting performance and functionality in a unique way, combining exquisite craftsmanship and elegance. This watch is a personality created for connoisseurs of precision watchmaking.
RM 33-03 Automatic Movement: Automatic skeletonized calibre RMXP3 with platinum micro-rotor Indications: Small seconds at 6 o'clock, semi-instantaneous date at 5 o'clock Case: Available in grade 5 titanium or Carbon TPT® with 5N red gold Dimensions: 41.7 mm in diameter, 9.7 mm in thickness Power reserve: Over 40 hours Frequency: 3 Hz (21,600 vph) Finishes: Sandblasted, bevelled, PVD, Titalyt
