Richard Mille RM 72-01 Automatic Winding Lifestyle Chronograph: Modern Mechanics in Motion

The Richard Mille RM 72-01 combines advanced chronograph engineering with modern visual appeal. Designed for both performance and style, this timepiece features an openworked dial that reveals the beauty and complexity of its movement. Ideal for collectors who appreciate cutting-edge horology with lifestyle versatility, the RM 72-01 redefines what a chronograph can be.

Engineering with Artistic Intent

The 38.4 millimeter tonneau-shaped case features a slim profile and curved ergonomics that sit naturally on the wrist. Built from lightweight, high-tech materials, the case offers durability and comfort without compromising style. Through the openwork dial, the layered architecture of the movement comes to life. You can clearly see the column wheel, gear train, and chamfered bridges—all finished with the level of detail expected from Richard Mille.

Color accents on the chronograph hands and subdials add a dynamic energy to the piece. It feels technical, bold, and balanced, with each component serving both form and function.

Automatic Winding with Purpose

At the heart of the RM 72-01 is the in-house RMAC3 caliber, an automatic movement with a flyback chronograph. The movement is wound by a skeletonized rotor that is visible through the caseback and partially through the dial itself. This allows the power reserve—up to 50 hours—to be maintained through everyday wear.

What sets this chronograph apart is its independent architecture. The chronograph mechanism operates on its own separate gear train, ensuring it does not interfere with the timekeeping function. That kind of innovation is rare, and it puts the RM 72-01 in a league of its own.

The Movement on Display

Everything is exposed for a reason. Richard Mille’s use of transparent materials and skeletonization is never just aesthetic. Each cutout, plate, and curve is calculated for weight distribution, visual symmetry, and structural performance.

The result is a dial that is not just technical, it is sculptural. It invites you to look closer, to engage with the watch on a mechanical level. For collectors, this is part of the appeal. It is not just about owning a fine movement, but about seeing it in motion.

Designed for Real Life

While technically advanced, the RM 72-01 is meant to be worn. Its lightweight construction, comfortable strap, and modern profile make it a natural choice for daily wear. It is sporty, but not loud. Luxurious, but never fragile.

Whether worn at a casual event or under a tailored cuff, the RM 72-01 offers presence without pretension. It bridges the world of high horology and contemporary style in a way few watches can.

Why Collectors Seek the RM 72-01

This model stands out as a representation of what Richard Mille does best, breaking boundaries while maintaining elite standards. It is a serious chronograph, but it does not feel traditional. It is designed for movement, for attention, and for appreciation.

At First Class Timepieces, we curate rare and desirable timepieces like the RM 72-01 with careful attention to authenticity and condition. Our clients trust us to deliver watches that are exceptional in both quality and provenance.

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This watch is more than a chronograph. It is a wearable expression of technical mastery and design clarity. Add it to your collection and experience what it means to wear innovation on your wrist.