Richard Mille Felipe Massa RM 004
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Product Number : 56
Product Description :
The tonneau-shaped case, with its robust design and iconic screw detailing, is a sporty design. The RM 004 is a complex model with a split-seconds (rattrapante) chronograph at its core, strongly reflecting F1-derived design concepts. The initial RM004-V1, released in 2004, features a manual-winding movement with a 30-minute counter, function selector, power reserve display, and torque indicator. A Felipe Massa limited edition was released in 2009 in pink gold and titanium, with the titanium version being an extremely rare variation, limited to just five pieces worldwide.
The dial has a skeleton structure, and the coloring of the outer flange (red x yellow, etc.) is reminiscent of Ferrari's racing colors. Visibility and timekeeping are clearly separated, and the layout is typical of the RM004, with a 30-minute counter at 8-9 o'clock, a small second at 6 o'clock, a power reserve at 10-11 o'clock, and a torque indicator at 1-2 o'clock.
The movement is a manual-winding split-seconds chronograph. The RM004-V1 features a baseplate made of grade 5 titanium, taking advantage of the corrosion-resistant and rigid properties of an alloy used in aerospace applications. The later RM004-V2 features an improved baseplate made of carbon nanofiber, further enhancing shock resistance and stability. The Felipe Massa limited edition is equipped with a caliber made by Renault & Papi with an ultra-complex mechanism, aiming for reliable timekeeping in racing environments.
The strap is made of rubber and fits snugly to the curves of the case, while the colors, such as red, are strongly inspired by racing, emphasizing the watch's sporty presence.
In terms of exclusivity and rarity, the RM004 series itself has an extremely low annual production run, and of the Felipe Massa limited editions, only five titanium models and 25 pink gold models are available worldwide, meaning there are very few in circulation.
In a nutshell :
"The pinnacle of rattrapante and visualized mechanisms, capturing the moment of F1."
Care & Maintenance
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