BOUTIQUE
RICHARD MILLE
RM 25-01 TOURBILLON ADVENTURE
Developed in collaboration with Sylvester Stallone,
the new RM 25-01 Adventure tourbillon chrono-
graph punctuates the unique nature of Richard
Mille in combining futuristic materials into watches
that are as tough as they are expensive. From a
purely mechanical watchmaking perspective, the
25-01 incorporates a host of technical virtues worth
noting. These include a torque indicator, function
indicator, variable inertia free-spring balance, and
a torque-limiting crown, among others. The carbon
TPT and titanium case also houses a chronograph
movement mounted on grade-5 titanium base
plate with titanium bridges above.
For those affluent types who like to hit the
rugged outdoors, the RM 25-01 is also fitted with a
custom compass with mirror and hatch system as
well as a level for accurate readings when
marking a heading or direction, perhaps to the
nearest water source. Even though the RM 25-01
won’t suffer from submersion in that mountain
stream, the water itself may not be safe to drink.
So Richard Mille’s new rich guy survival watch also
has a watertight capsule that can hold up to five
water purifying tablets. Not that you can put a price
on your life, but if you want the Rambo compan-
ion watch on your wrist, you’re looking just south of
one million dollars. Price: $983,000.
IW RATING
Design: 8 (out of 10)
Technicality not seen elsewhere, to be sure.
Innovation: 9
Super tough, and super technical. A water
purifier too.
Finissage: 8
Top grade, even on titanium.
Legibility: 8
Busy, but so is the wearer.
Rarity:8
You will not likely see many in the wild. .
Value: 7
High price, somewhat limited collector niche.
Overall iW rating: 48 (out of 60)
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