
Whether you are an avid collector of vintage watches or you are a watch enthusiast who loves to wear new designs, you will certainly be impressed by this RM052 Replica. This Richard Mille Tourbillon Skull is an impressive piece, with a Grade 5 titanium alloy case and a black dial. The RM052 is also available in an Asia Edition. This version features the brand’s iconic skull design, and is available in either gold or silver. The bracelet is made from black rubber. The whole piece is a great way to showcase your style and taste, and will make a perfect gift for someone you love.
History of Skull
RM 052 Skull is a special edition Richard Mille watch. It was released in 2012. It features a skeletonized skull dial. It is made of nano-ceramic. It is water-resistant to 50 meters. It has a manual winding tourbillon. Its movement has been validated by a number of tests. The watch has been a runaway success.
The Richard Mille RM 052 Skull is available in two variants. The first version is limited to 21 pieces. Its design was inspired by the crossed bones on pirate ship flags.
It also represents the freedom of nonconformity. The skull is integrated into the movement of the watch. The RM 052 Skull watch is a unique timepiece with a powerful visual impact. This timepiece embodies the essence of Haute Horlogerie.
The RM 052 Skull has a manual winding tourbillon enclosed in a grade 5 titanium baseplate with PVD treatment. The movement has a free sprung balance wheel with variable inertia, which means more resistance to shocks. The RM 052 is waterproof to 50 meters. It has a torque transmission that has been designed to enhance performance. The RM 052 is a unique caliber that has undergone a series of demanding validation tests.
The RM 052 Skull is designed for high-end watch collectors. Its case is a three-part construction. It is a rose gold case that has a skull motif in the center. There are eight titanium bridges that connect the skull to the case.
The skull has been used in Western art in the past centuries. In addition to a skull-shaped baseplate, there is a ruby in the tourbillon cage. The rear of the skull is a central bridge. It serves as a wheel train. It is also a recognizable emblem in many ideologies. The RM 052 Skull was designed to symbolize freedom.
The RM 052 Skull represents the ultimate expression of nonconformity. It is a true homage to human freedom and liberty. It also represents the highest level of hand-finishing.
The RM 052 Skull, like all Richard Mille watches, has a unique combination of materials. The RM 052 Skull features a rose gold case and the movement is made of grade 5 titanium.
Movement
During the SIHH 2012, Richard Mille introduced the RM 052 Tourbillon Skull, a limited edition watch that features a skull shaped baseplate. This high-performance piece embodies the fullest expression of freedom and performance. It is a true Haute Horlogerie piece that offers hours, minutes, and tourbillon seconds.
The RM 052 Skull is available in titanium and white gold. The skeletonized skull baseplate is made from grade 5 titanium. This is an extremely rigid alloy that is biocompatible and is used in the aerospace industry. The movement is finished in grade 5 titanium as well.
The RM 052 Skull features a manual-winding tourbillon movement that reflects the skull theme. It is a high-performance timepiece that is designed for the discerning collector. The RM 052 Tourbillon Skull is a special edition that was only produced in 2012. It is priced at over half a million Swiss francs. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece from Richard Mille.
The RM 052 Skull also comes in a “Asia Edition.” The skull is offset by the familiar signature case shape of the RM 052 Tourbillon watch. The RM 052 is a unique and innovative piece of timepiece that is created with true Haute Horlogerie techniques. The RM 052 Skull has many unique features that make it one of a kind.
The RM 052 features a micro-blasted milled section on the outer face of the movement. This is done to accentuate the skull and enhance the aesthetic of the piece. It is also fitted with a Kif Elastor KE shock protection, as well as a free sprung balance wheel. The movement also has an Elinvar by Nivarox balance spring. This is a combination of a traditional pinion and a central involute profile. It is then paired with a barrel pawl, which has a progressive recoil.
This limited edition watch from Richard Mille is available in 21 pieces. These pieces include 15 pieces that are in titanium and six pieces in red or white gold.
Grade 5 titanium alloy case
RM 052 Skull is a watch that was introduced in SIHH 2012. It features a grade 5 titanium alloy case, a tourbillon and a skeleton dial. The dial features a pirate flag design, a skull-inspired centrepiece and a luminous treatment on the hour hand.
The RM 052 Skull is an exclusive piece of Haute Horlogerie, costing more than one million Swiss francs. It is an uncompromising piece that represents Richard Mille’s fullest expression of nonconformity. It was manufactured in only 21 pieces.
The RM 052 Skull’s baseplate is made from PVD-treated grade 5 titanium. The material has exceptional stiffness and corrosion resistance. The baseplate houses the RM 052 manual winding tourbillon movement. It has a free-sprung balance, which helps to provide precise adjustment. It also has a barrel pawl, which aids in distributing mainspring internal tension.
The case is made of a strong anthracite polymer and is injected with carbon nanotubes. The case is then assembled with 316L stainless steel washers. It is water-resistant to 100 metres. It is sealed with Nitrile O-ring seals. It is engraved with the name of the watch. The front and back crystals have special anti-reflective treatment.
The bezel is made from TPT Quartz, which is a brand of TPT Golf. It is a durable and resilient material that is used exclusively by Richard Mille. Its 45 micron thick layers of silica give it a unique look. It is laid at a 45* angle, giving it a distinctly modern appearance.
The crystal of the RM 027-01 is coated with a special anti-reflective treatment. It is made of a polymer with a high degree of hardness and resilience. Its bezels have been treated with an anti-reflective coating as well. The lower flange is made of grade 5 titanium, and it has a DLC coating. The upper flange is made of carbon. The case is hand-polished and has chamfered edges.
The RM 052 Skull’s movement is made of grade 5 titanium. It has been subjected to extensive validation tests.
RM 052 Tourbillon Skull “Asia Edition” watch
Featuring a 45mm 18k white gold case, a sapphire crystal, a screw-down crown, a manual winding mechanism and a 55 hour power reserve, this Richard Mille RM 055 White Bubba Watson White Ceramic Asia Edition is one of the most sought after watches in the market. The white ceramic and titanium case creates a striking appearance, making the mechanical movement appear to be floating in air.
The watch has a Grande Tapisserie dial with luminescent Royal Oak hands. It also has a skeleton-like inner workings. The sapphire crystal is scratch resistant and it features a transparent exhibition case back. The black leather strap and stainless steel case are water resistant to 30 meters. The glare-proofed sapphire crystal is coated with blue coating, which makes the lens transparent.
Powered by the RMAS7 calibre, this RM 12 is one of the most durable Tourbillon watches in the market. This complication incorporates a tourbillon into a tube, which increases the accuracy of a mechanical watch. It is also one of the lightest in the market, so it is easy to wear. The movement can handle 5000 g’s of acceleration. The limited edition model was made in just 30 pieces. The RM 12 is available for purchase for AU$104,000.
The Bubba Watson model is the latest in the collection and was named after the American golfer, Bubba Watson. It features a skull design, which is a common motif in the Richard Mille watches. The upper and lower jaws of the skull are decorated with tourbillon cage rubies. The bezel is set with diamonds. The caseback has a skeletonized center bridge and a lettering. The mirror is a sapphire mirror that has an arched design. The entire design is made in Switzerland, including the skeletonized baseplate.
In addition to the elegant RM 055 Bubba Waston, Richard Mille offers other models as well, like the RM 001 Tourbillon, the RM 009 ALUSIC, the RM 007 Automatic, the RM 68-01, and the RM 003 Aeronautic Chronograph. All of these watches are available in limited editions.