What We Know
Richard Mille’s RM 032 Computerized Flyback Chronograph Final Version marks the ultimate chapter within the RM 032 collection. It is a technical dive watch with a not-so-subtle wrist presence. Measuring 50.00 (FIFTY!) x 17.80 mm, this big-boy combines grade 5 titanium and Carbon TPT® for a strong but light-weight building. Designed for “severe underwater use,” the RM 032 gives water resistance as much as 300 meters, and its unidirectional bezel is secured with eight-point-star screws.
The watch is powered by the Calibre RMAC2, that includes a flyback chronograph, oversize date, and month show. A operating indicator at 3 o’clock makes use of a rotating Tremendous-LumiNova® disc for simple visibility in low-light circumstances. The motion features a variable-geometry rotor and double-barrel system, delivering a 50-hour energy reserve. A notable function is the patented locking crown mechanism, which prevents unintended operation underwater. Rotating the crown’s ring locks the pushers and crown, enhancing security throughout dives.
Since its debut in 2011, the RM 032 collection has been Richard Mille’s gateway to underwater exploration. The newest mannequin continues the course and could be seen on the wrist of free-diving champion and eight-time world document holder Arnaud Jerald throughout his record-breaking dives.
Being the “Final Version,” sure, the large-and-in-charge RM 032 is restricted to simply 80 items, and pricing is about at an equally outsized CHF 210,000.
What We Suppose
In 2018, comment-section-regular BSide referred to as an older iteration of the RM 032, “the Hummer of dive watches,” which I could not have put higher myself. I will take it one step additional and say that this RM 032 is so gargantuan it borders on the grotesque. I am unable to assist however consider Ludacris and his large arms within the 2004 video Get Again (see here for his comically large-sized arm and watch). The RM 032 additionally makes this 12 months’s yellow gold Rolex DeepSea release look skinny as compared (44mm x 17.7mm for reference).
I’ve a delicate spot for giant, obnoxious early 2000s watches, in case you wanted reminding! An early Large Bang, Offshore, 5 Time zone is unapologetically my jam. Aesthetically, this RM 032 is barely much less alluring to me than, say, an RM Stallone or AP RO Offshore Survivor. The design of the RM 032 has fewer frills than the RM watches, which makes me slightly giddy (see the RM Bonbon assortment and RM 88 Smiley for reference). Positive, this watch has technical credentials, however likelihood is the watch graces the wrists of those that desire a crusing spot over a dive.
What we can’t ever put RM down for is its actually singular model id. Regardless of the usage of a standard round form (as a result of it is a dive watch duh), over extra generally used tonneau form, it is unmistakably Richard Mille. The fabric, the typography, the unabashedly loud aesthetic. Let’s simply tackle the 50mm elephant within the room right here. Is a spherical RM even an RM? I’d argue sure.
The Fundamentals
Model: Richard Mille
Mannequin: RM 032
Diameter: 50mm
Thickness: 17.8mm
Case Materials: grade 5 titanium and Carbon TPT
Dial Shade: NA
Lume: Sure
Water Resistance: 300 meters
Strap/Bracelet: Black and yellow rubber strap
The Motion
Caliber: RMAC2
Capabilities: • Hours, minutes, date, month, flyback chronograph with central minutes and seconds counters, 12-Hour counter, operating indicator
Diameter: 39.15 mm
Energy Reserve: 50 hours
Winding: Computerized
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Jewels: 62
Pricing & Availability
Worth: CHF 210,000
Restricted Version: Sure, restricted version of 80.
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