Drivers Charles Leclerc & Lewis Hamilton, both wearing the Richard Mille RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari timepieces
Richard Mille’s latest masterpiece, the RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari, is a powerful representation of innovation and design prowess. Born from a dynamic partnership between the storied Ferrari and the avant-garde watchmaker, this limited edition creation is a breathtaking fusion of haute horlogerie and automotive excellence.
RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari timepieces in Carbon TPT (left) and Titanium, Richard Mille
Split personality
With only 150 pieces available worldwide, this particular RM 43-01 comes in two striking variations, each with its own personality. Seventy-five pieces feature a microblasted and polished grade 5 titanium case that exudes refinement and elegance. It’s the perfect companion for the watch enthusiast who see themselves as the “gentleman driver”. Meanwhile, the more expressive Carbon TPT version appeals to those with a penchant for high-octane energy and contemporary edge.
Sketches of the RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari timepiece
Every detail of the RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari has been meticulously crafted to reflect Ferrari’s engineering finesse. The dial showcases a skeletonised 30-minute totaliser that takes design cues from the tachometers dominating Ferrari dashboards, while angular bridges and vibrant accents draw inspiration from the technical complexities of Ferrari’s V8 engines. Completing the synergy, Ferrari’s Prancing Horse logo, laser-engraved onto the titanium plate, adds a distinctive emblem of heritage and partnership.
RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari timepiece in Carbon TPT
Engineering marvel
Technically, this RM 43-01 pushes boundaries. Its calibre, a tourbillon split-seconds chronograph, features a titanium baseplate and bridges crafted from both titanium and Carbon TPT. With an impressive 70-hour power reserve and innovations in torque and function indicators, this is as much a marvel of technical engineering as it is of dynamic aesthetics.
RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari timepiece in Titanium
Yet in spite of its complexities, the RM 43-0i Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari succeeds in balancing boldness with sophistication. Whether in titanium or Carbon TPT, this timepiece is an unmistakable expression of performance and that relentless pursuit to push the limits of possibility.
