Introducing the Richard Mille RM 65-01 Yellow and Blue Quartz TPT Automatic Split-second Chronograph

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Richard Mille’s most complicated automatic watch gets a material makeover.

Last week, Richard Mille added two new colors to the replica RM 65-01 collection. First launched in 2020, the RM 65-01 consists of 600 parts in total and is the most complicated automatic (non-LE) watch the brand has ever produced. The highly saturated egg-yellow color will be limited to 120 pieces, while the pale blue will be the main color of the collection. Both are made of Quartz TPT or Thin Layer Technology (Quartz TPT was originally developed for the RM 27-02 Nadal), a composite material made of multiple layers of quartz fibers, which is often used in very high-performance applications due to its resistance to high temperatures, high strength, and transparency to electromagnetic waves.

With a focus on motorsports, Richard Mille has long specialized in highly complicated chronographs. These new RM 65-01s are the latest in a series that began with the RM 004, a manual-winding, split-seconds chronograph powered by a Renaud & Papi movement. This high-frequency, automatic split-seconds chronograph uses Caliber RMAC4, a high-frequency movement with variable inertia that beats at 36,000 vibrations per hour (vph)/5 Hz. The RMAC4 in the RM 65-01 was supplied by Vaucher and was originally based on the architecture and layout of Parmigiani’s caliber PF361.

I’m not a big fan of talking about frequency, but taking a few frequency crash courses (refresh your knowledge here) is very helpful in understanding this model. Technically, a chronograph running at 5 Hz is more functional than the more common 4 Hz alternative. The movement running at 5 Hz features a balance that physically oscillates at 36,000 vph; in dial terms, this means being able to measure elapsed time in tenths of a second intervals (after all, that’s the whole purpose of a chronograph – just ask Zenith), while a chronograph running at 4 Hz would measure eighths of a second. copy watch for sale

Equipped with a vertical clutch and a double six-column wheel for a smooth push-button feel (hey, you get what you pay for), this chronograph is capable of measuring up to 12 hours. Total power reserve is 60 hours, while a variable-geometry rotor optimizes winding based on the wearer’s activity. The pusher at eight o’clock is labeled “Quick Winding”, which is very much in the style of Richard Mille, as it enables just that. More for functional purposes (or, as another watch journalist astutely told me, “a solution in search of a problem”), pressing this pusher just 125 times “quickly” charges the mainspring. A function selector on the crown enables the wearer to quickly switch from traditional winding mode (W) to setting a semi-instantaneous date (D) or hour and minute display (H).

Summer is officially here, which means prime Richard Mille fake season for the flamboyant, watch-wearing elite—and for Pharrell Williams, who can’t seem to take off his RM UP 01. Speaking of Pharrell, last year a custom-colored RM 65-01 was auctioned at Joopiter’s “Just Phriends” auction, complete with Pharrell’s signature on the caseback. The sale was curated by Sarah Andelman, former creative director of Parisian concept store Colette. R.I.P. Colette. This all speaks volumes about the beauty of this RM model, considering the overall colorful, modern feel of the other lots in the auction.

Color is one of the things RM does best. While this release appears to be a simple color change to the existing 65-01, it is important to note that the colors and hues must be added to the resin material that eventually becomes Quartz TPT during the first stages of manufacturing. If the color-changing chemicals conflict with any other materials in the quartz composite, the entire material could be affected. This color change is likely the result of a long R&D process, and few other brands would go through such a lengthy process just for a color change.

Is a quick-winding mechanism essential when you can wind your high quality fake watch simply by pulling out the crown? No. But these are adult toys. The more cleverly the buttons on the dial are color-coded to correspond to the functions, the more fun it is. Do these watches look more technical than they really are? Maybe. Am I willing to let myself be blinded by marketing because I like to get a quick glimpse into a very glamorous lifestyle that is not mine? Yes.

Basics
Brand: Richard Mille
Model: RM 65-01
Case dimensions: 44.50 x 49.94 mm
Thickness: 16.10 mm
Case material: Quartz TP + Quartz TPT
Luminous: Yes
Water resistance: 50 m
Strap/bracelet: Rubber strap
Movement
Caliber: RMAC4
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, split-seconds chronograph, function selector, rapid winding and variable geometry rotor
Diameter: 31.78 x 29.98 mm
Thickness: 8.69 mm
Power reserve: Approx. 60 hours (±10%) (without chronograph running)
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 36,000 vph (5 Hz)
Jewel: 51

Patek Philippe Nautilus 40th Anniversary 5711/1P Platinum Watch

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The Patek Philippe Nautilus 40th Anniversary 5711/1P, a slightly modest three-hand watch that commemorates the 40th anniversary of Nautilus, together with the large 49.25 mm wide Nautilus Chronograph Reference 5976/1G. When Patek Philippe launched the Nautilus 3700/1A in 1976, its 42 mm wide case soon earned it the nickname “Jumbo”. Now, some forty years later, Patek Philippe must double those figures with the 5711/1P in a 44.05 mm wide all-platinum case. That’s all you need to know.

If the “P” in the reference number hasn’t already been known to all Patek lovers, the 5711/1P has a Petite Wesselton (meaning very high purity/clarity grade) diamond set on the bezel. The 6 o’clock position marks that it is made of the most expensive precious metal usually used in Swiss luxury timepieces. Little changed since the first Nautilus was introduced in 1976, this bracelet is a hallmark of Gerald Genta’s original design, also entirely in platinum, with brushed links and polished center links.

The case diameter is 44.05 mm, which seems large, and is measured from 9 o’clock to 3 o’clock, including the crown. On the other hand, the measurement from the 10 o’clock to the 4 o’clock position, excluding the crown protection and the corresponding “lugs” on the left side of the case, is only 40 mm, while the lugs of the Patek Philippe Nautilus 40th Anniversary 5711 The pair lugs/1P are also a very wearable 44mm (to give you an idea, most 42mm diameter round best fake watches are 49 to 50mm lug to lug). That’s why the 44mm case can’t actually be worn so big. The waterproof level has not changed much in 40 years and remains at 120 meters.

In addition to the platinum case and bracelet, 18K white gold baton-style hour and minute hands (the seconds hand is in rhodium-plated brass) and some large baguette-cut hour markers on the dial add extra flair to the watch. The blue “garage door” dial of the Patek Philippe Nautilus 40th Anniversary Reference 5711/1P. The dial is 18k yellow gold with PVD blue treatment, and the “40” above the “1976-2016” is a little less conspicuous and disruptive than the one on the 5976/1G chronograph. The blue of the Nautilus has always looked good.

The movement inside is the Patek Philippe 324 SC automatic movement, which powers many Nautilus and other watches. It features the time and date with a central seconds hand (white date wheel at 3 o’clock), as well as other standard cheap Patek Philippe items such as the Gyromax balance wheel, Spiromax hairspring and, of course, the Patek Philippe Seal. Despite these advantages, the power reserve is expected to be between 35 and 45 hours, which is acceptable given that the 324SC is only 3.3mm thick and features 21-karat gold rotors – though we’re still not sure what caused the 10 Caliber approved changing hours, without the need for a chronograph or complicated calendar functions.

We briefly touched on some Nautilus history when we discussed the 5976/1G, but 40 years is relatively new in the brand’s 175+ year history. At this point, we’ve moved beyond the irony of a platinum version of a watch representing a luxury steel sports watch, which is irony in itself. The return of the brown natural cork box is a cool “throwback” of the historic character, an authentic replica of the sleek 1976 original. Like the original Nautilus, it is designed to evoke vivid associations with the proud ocean liners that inspired the porthole design of this casually elegant timepiece. The 40th Anniversary cork has a polished stainless steel frame at the base and hinged lid, and a steel plaque on the front, also a faithful replica of the 1976 original.

Fascinating and coveted Vacheron Constantin Panoramic Chronograph Panda Dial

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The long-awaited branded Panda dial chronograph has finally landed. Is this the best interpretation of the vertical and horizontal chronograph? We think so.

If luxury stainless steel sports watches are a hot commodity in today’s market, Vacheron Constantin’s Overseas Chronograph Panda just raised the bar from hot to hotter. Just ahead of Watches & Wonders 2023, Vacheron Constantin fake has unveiled its latest stainless steel Overseas chronograph with a panda dial, pulling a beautiful little white rabbit from its top hat. The brand’s latest Overseas The Chronograph ref. 5500V is a fine example of a sports chronograph with a striking and legible 1960s-inspired panda dial. Combining the unique case of the Overseas collection, the impeccable Hallmark of Geneva mechanism and the maximum versatility of three interchangeable strap and bracelet options, Vacheron Constantin is a winner. It’s clear that VC has been listening to the feedback and crafting this highly anticipated reference that will make many collectors and enthusiasts weak in the knees.

take the pulse
What is surprising about a watch brand that has been making watches since 1755 is its openness to contemporary trends. Due to the important role played by Christian Selmoni as the guardian of the brand’s tradition and style, Vacheron Constantin has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to grasp contemporary trends, and with the brand’s unique talent and high-end The spirit of watchmaking interprets them. Vacheron Constantin sits alongside the heavyweight horological masterpieces of the bespoke Les Cabinotiers workshops, capitalizing on the skeletonized watch trend, for example, with its impressive skeletonized tourbillon and stunning Overseas perpetual calendar ultra-thin watch.

overseas background
The spiritual ancestor of the Overseas series is 222, which is a luxury sports watch launched by Vacheron Constantin in 1977. It coincides with the grand anniversary of its 222nd anniversary. This watch quickly ascended the throne of the trinity of luxury sports watches. The first Overseas series came out in 1996 and has since undergone two overhauls in 2004 and 2016. For a detailed history of the watch’s evolution, don’t miss our two videos (covering the origins of the collection and the current collection) with Christian Selmoni. replica watches uk

While respecting all the attributes associated with the luxury sports watch genre, impressive finishes, an integrated in-house Hallmark of Geneva movement and a versatile interchangeable strap/bracelet put the Overseas Chronograph at the high end of luxury sports A higher realm of watches, with models produced by Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe. The Overseas Chronograph, reference 5500V, came to fruition in 2016 with a third generation revamp of the series (the previous Overseas Chronograph featured a modified Frederic Piguet movement).

Since 2016, the Overseas Chronograph has appeared in different case materials and a variety of dial colors, including a reverse panda dial with a black background and white sub-dials for 2018. Although the latest version of the vertical and horizontal chronograph has only changed the color of the dial, the result is quite different. It is worth mentioning that the release of this steel panda chronograph coincides with the discontinuation of the brown and silver dial models, and the series has reduced the stainless steel models to three: rose gold case blue dial, inverted panda and Panda version.

popular panda
Giant pandas, these adorable furry bears from China with their black and white stripes, the watch industry borrowed their name from for chronograph dials with white or silver surfaces and black counters. There is also a subspecies of giant pandas called anti-pandas, with black faces and white sub-dials. Of course, there are panda dials in various contrasting colors, with Zenith’s El Primero being a model that comes to mind, but the original mission of the boldly contrasting panda dial was to improve legibility.

Vintage Panda Chronographs were popular during the heyday of racing chronographs in the 1960s and are now highly sought after by collectors. Since only a handful of collector brands produced panda-inspired dials in the 1960s, prices for vintage panda chronographs skyrocketed at auction. To give you an idea of the panda’s wild popularity, Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona Panda Chronograph sold for more than $17 million at auction in 2017, and his reverse Panda Rolex came three years later. The Tona top quality watches sold for an astounding $5,475,000.

Given the popularity of panda dials, it’s odd that Vacheron Constantin’s first Overseas Panda Chronograph was a reverse panda with a black dial and white counters. Still very distinctive and striking, the Reverse Panda Overseas is a welcome addition to the more static and staid tonal versions of the chronograph. Fortunately, Vacheron Constantin seems to have been listening to collectors and, seven years after its debut, has produced an award-winning Panda Chronograph that will soon be harder to capture in the wild than a real Panda. Discover.

what difference does a face make
A simple inversion of color on a dial can make an incredible difference. Now the Overseas Chronograph stands out with its silver-toned dial and black sub-dials, exuding a sportier racing vibe.

As you can see in our photos, the silver central area of the dial has an attractive sunburst finish that complements the ambient light. The subtle sheen created by the light hitting the dial is certainly not as ‘loud’ as a white dial, but it underscores the inherent elegance and sophistication of the Overseas collection.

The contrasting black snail-shaped sub-dials at 3, 6 and 9 o’clock, like the black eyes and nose of a panda, stand out against the silver background and immediately draw the eye to their centre. The numerals in the 30-minute and 12-hour counters are intentionally large and silver in color for enhanced legibility. Chapter ring with matt white gold facets, hour markers and minute markers. Echoing the two-tone color scheme of the dial, the sloping flange with the chronograph seconds hand is finished in black with a velvety finish and white markers. Like it or not, there is a rather discreet date window at 4:30 in a beveled silver frame with a white background and black numerals. In keeping with its sports watch personality, the hour and minute hands, as well as the indices, are treated with Super-LumiNova.

The stainless steel case has the same specifications as the previous Overseas Chronograph, measuring 42.5mm in diameter and 13.7mm in height. Above the vertically brushed tonneau-shaped base and round base is a mirror-polished hexagonal bezel designed to look like the truncated arm of the brand’s Maltese cross logo. The finish extends to the bracelet, which features a flat brushed surface and hand-polished bevels. To ensure that the case is water resistant to 150 meters, the crown is screwed in and the pusher is screwed in and locked. Completing its defensive armor is a soft iron case ring that protects the movement from magnetic forces. Replica watches USA

Caliber 5200
Caliber 5200, designed for the third generation of the Cosmopolitan series, is a fully integrated chronograph movement with a column wheel (decorated with a Maltese cross) and a vertical clutch. This vertically coupled clutch prevents any jerking of the hands when the chronograph is started. The twin barrels beat at 28,8000vph, providing a power reserve of 52 hours, and the components of the movement can be admired through the sapphire crystal case back. You can see the 22k gold oscillating weight with the wind rose and some decorations – Côtes de Genève stripes, polished bevels, circular graining – that adorn this Poinçon de Genève movement.

multiple personality
One of the selling points of the Overseas series is undoubtedly its transformative potential. One of the first brands to join the interchangeable strap/bracelet trend with a foolproof, tool-free, well-designed and patented DIY mechanism, Vacheron Constantin shows how the Cosmopolitan watch can be dressed up or down, adapting its personality in seconds Dress up in a formal suit or wetsuit in minutes. Even though interchangeable straps are now the norm and demand in the market, I always see Vacheron Constantin as the pioneer of this trend in high-end watches.

The Overseas Chronograph is available in three strap options: a practical and sporty stainless steel bracelet with half Maltese cross links and a triple folding clasp with push buttons and comfort adjustment system; black calfskin strap; and sporty high-tech black rubber strap. Fake Watches For Sale

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS – Vacheron Constantin Overseas Panda Chronograph
Case: Diameter 42.5 mm x Height 13.7 mm – brushed and polished cushion-shaped stainless steel case – front and rear sapphire crystals – soft iron case ring for magnetic protection – screw-down crown and quarter-turn screw-down screw-lock pushers -Screw-in- Waterproof to 150m- Weight 189g
Dial: Panda style – silver sunray brushed dial with translucent varnish – black velvety inner flange and black snailed subdials – white gold applied hour-markers and hands with Super-LumiNova – framed date window
Movement: Manufacture Caliber 5200 – Hallmark of Geneva certified – Automatic integrated chronograph with column wheel and vertical clutch – 263 components, 54 jewels – 30.6 mm x 6.6 mm – 28,800 vibrations/hour – 52 hours Power Reserve – hours, minutes, small seconds, date and chronograph with 30-minute and 12-hour counters
Bracelet/Strap: Stainless steel bracelet, brushed and polished, three-blade folding clasp with push button and comfort adjustment system – patented interchangeable system – comes with black calfskin strap with gray stitching and black texture Rubber strap with extra triple-blade folding buckle also included in the package
Reference: 5500V/110A-B686

Graham’s Chronofighter Superlight becomes super bright

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The turbocharged color inspired by racing tires burns rubber on the wrist.

As Graham’s outstanding horse, Chronofighter is an oversized chronograph whose racing soul is known for its protruding lever on the left side of the case, which protects the chronograph trigger. This key identity feature has appeared time and time again in every iteration of this brand’s pillar, whether it is a retro-style pilot watch or an elegant GMT model. When the Chronofighter Superlight series was unveiled in 2017, the XXL 47mm Bad Boy Chronograph used a carbon fiber case (weighing less than 100 grams). The blue, red and yellow details on the dial and the matching rubber strap made the part brighter .

Burn rubber on your wrist
Carbon fiber and rubber are widely used in the structure of Formula One racing cars. The chassis and body of Graham Superlight are made of innovative ultra-light and elastic black carbon nanotube composite materials, and are equipped with a vibrant rubber strap. Now there are orange, green and purple combinations to choose from. As the brand promises us, these colors are not designed for “soft girls”.

As a brand that has sponsored many racing events-including the Isle of Man Travel Trophy, Baja 1000, GT Asian Series and Silverstone Circuit-the turbo color is inspired directly by the headache of tire color racing. The road flies. swiss watches for men

Time lap
The carbon fiber dial has an interesting black and gray checkerboard pattern, and the new colors stand out sharply on the tachymeter and minute scale. The chronograph function is highlighted in contrasting colors (red for green models, and yellow for purple and orange models), while the elapsed time counter has a snail-shaped design to increase contrast. Just above 8 o’clock is a small round date window, which completes the large amount of information provided on the dial, and is easier to recognize through the color-coded indicator. Large Arabic numerals and XXL 12 o’clock numerals, such as hour and minute hands, are treated with white SuperLumiNova to improve legibility under low light conditions.

Left-handers will love the position of the chronograph start/stop trigger on the left side of the case, and right-handed wearers will find the trigger to be comfortable and intuitive to operate. Unlike the classic configuration of the chronograph buttons at 2 o’clock and 4 o’clock, the left position of the trigger means that you can use your thumb to hold the case firmly with four fingers at the same time. Graham copy

Engine under the hood
Equipped with the G1747 automatic chronograph movement based on the reliable Valjoux 7750, the movement can be seen through the back cover and provides a 48-hour power reserve. Water-resistant to 100 meters, the domed sapphire crystal mirrors on both sides of the case are coated with anti-reflective coating, and the crystal mirrors on the movement side are smoked.

The new rubber strap is decorated with the Paris nail pattern and is integrated with the 47 mm case. It is fixed on the wrist with a black carbon pin buckle or a black DLC folding buckle.

Technical specifications-GRAHAM CHRONOFIGHTER SUPERLIGHT
Case: 47mm-ultra-light black carbon composite case-hemispherical sapphire crystal glass with anti-reflective coating on both sides-smoked sapphire case back-water resistance to 100 meters
Movement: Calibre G1747 (modified Valjoux 7750)-mechanical automatic winding-48 hours power reserve-28,800vph-25 jewels-Incabloc shock absorber-hours, minutes, seconds, chronograph, date
Strap: Orange, green or purple one-piece rubber strap-embossed Paris nail pattern and carbon pin buckle-includes additional black rubber strap