Richard Mille – RM 35-01 – Skeletonised – TPT Quartz Carbon – “Rafa Nadal”
When the Richard Mille RM 35-01 was initially released in 2014, it was produced in black thin layers of carbon, in a patented technology of Richard Mille named 'TPT'. The high tech material provides a fit for purpose, with its tough durability, lightweight whilst strong case allows the watch to maintain full function withstanding large force and torque during tennis performance. Within the highly resistant carbon case, is the manual winding movement calibre: RMUL3 providing hours, minutes and seconds.
The watch is no longer in production and was discontinued in 2017 when they soon released the newer 35-02 (now also discontinued). This pre-owned Richard Mille watch is rare to find in pristine condition due to its limited production, although it is not a limited edition. This watch comes complete with the original factory box and papers.
Rolex – Cosmograph Daytona – 40 mm – Steel & Titanium – Oyster – Artisans de Genève “The Mika Häkkinen Challenge” – Limited to 20 Pieces
Artisans De Geneve is a bespoke watch service in which they provide an exclusive service of alterations purposely made for private individuals. Each modification is made upon request by highly skilled horological experts in which a display of creativity and high-level artistry.
The base Rolex Daytona used in this challenge is model reference 116520. Use of Grade 5 titanium bezel, with an anthracite treated surface, patented technology. Skeletonized and sandblasted dial, anthracite treatment, blue and orange colour scheme. Minutes and Hours hands sandblasted at the center, polished on the outside. Sandblasted, beveled, nickel palladium finished manual-winding movement, 72H power reserve. Extra-flat titanium case back with sapphire glass.
The Rolex Daytona is a great example of the relationship between timepieces and race car driving, with its ability to provide chronograph display and multifunctional adaptations. The Mika Häkkinen edition represents just that, the legend Mika, with a Double Formula 1 world champion provided his 'personalisation' and 'philosophy' to initiate the bespoke Daytona.
Initially designed with manual winding movement, this specific watch available provides an automatic movement, making it even more unique compared to the other nineteen timepieces that were made.A spare leather strap is provided with the watch set and a metal folding clasp. Alongside this, the watch comes with all the original papers, warranty, certificate of authenticity, and specifications. The watch is unworn and comes with the time remaining on the manufacturer warranty (initially 5 years - produced early 2021).
Richard Mille – RM 055 – Skeletonised – Titanium Carbon Alloy – Limited Edition Boutique All Grey – “Bubba Watson”
When the RM 055 was initially released in 2011, it was produced in white ceramic TZP. The watch was later released in black and this all-grey Boutique Edition (Limited to 100 Pieces worldwide). Made in collaboration with Bubba Watson to be the ultimate sportsman's timepiece, being able to withstand the huge shocks involved when playing golf. This pre-owned Richard Mille watch is incredibly rare to find in pristine condition, complete with original factory box and papers.