Pre-Owned Richard Mille Watches
About Richard Mille Watches
Richard Mille has become the de facto watch of the celebrity and uber-wealthy circuit in an incredibly short amount of time, owing in no small part to the state-of-the-art metals combined with mind-boggling complications presented in an attractive, instantly recognizable signature tonneau case.
If you are in the market for Swiss ingenuity that is unhindered by the slightest degree of modesty, this relative newcomer should appeal. To describe Richard Mille as merely ‘unique’ would be something of an understatement, and with only 5,000 luxury watches produced annually, exclusivity is guaranteed.
Innovation of Richard Mille Watches
You get a sense of genuine dedication to innovation with Richard Mille, evident in both their movement design and material selection. The brand's in-house calibers boast tourbillons, chronographs, and GMT functions, partially influenced by the founder's passion for racing and aerospace - along with a confident disregard for the more conventional platinum and gold metals that are so prevalent with other luxury watch brands.
Materials like titanium, carbon nanofibers, and graphene are the standard, drawing inspiration from aeronautics and Formula 1. For those interested in unique, high-tech luxury, our collection of used Richard Mille for sale includes various sought-after pieces, each of which demonstrates modern craftsmanship at its very finest.
Richard Mille Key Features
- Avant-Garde Designs: Bold skeletonized dials and distinctive tonneau-shaped cases define their striking aesthetic.
- Cutting-Edge Materials: Richard Mille pioneered the use of ultra-lightweight, high-performance materials like carbon fiber and titanium alloys.
- Technical Innovations: Known for complex tourbillons, split-second chronographs, and other advanced complications.
- Performance Driven: Engineered for durability and precision under extreme conditions.
- Exclusivity: Limited production and high price points make Richard Mille an exclusive brand.
Richard Mille Collections
You would be forgiven for assuming pre-owned Richard Mille watches are rather limited in scope given the brand's horological infancy, but that isn't the case.
Although an ungodly number of hours go into the design of these fabulously complicated timepieces (let alone the actual time spent making them), hundreds of different models have left their Les Breuleux facility over the last two decades.
You will find some of the more popular (or just outright controversial) models below.
Richard Mille RM 005
Launching in 2004, the RM 005 was Richard Mille's bold first entry into the automatic watch market, showing early signs of the confident swagger the brand would soon become reputed for. Created in white gold with a PVD-coated titanium baseplate, the crowning feature of these sought-after pre-owned Richard Mille watches would be the variable geometry rotor that adapts to your daily rhythm. The design flaunts an open-worked dial, a sleek titanium buckle, and a clever date-change mechanism - all wrapped up neatly in the signature Richard Mille tonneau shape.
Richard Mille RM 005 Key Features
- Case Size: 38mm x 45mm
- Bracelet: Available in rubber or leather straps
- Dial: Skeletonized with luminescent hands
- Bezel: Fixed, made of titanium
- Water Resistance: 50m
- Additional: Features a variable geometry rotor and date function
Richard Mille RM 50-04
The RM 50-04 offers a less-than-gentle nod to F1 racer Kimi Räikkönen. Uniquely different from classic racetrack watches (like the Rolex Daytona, for example), the main features are the durable carbon TPT case housing a skeletonized dial and a tourbillon, along with the obligatory split-second chronograph that is common in race-themed watches. Adorned with Räikkönen's signature, a lightweight titanium movement proudly handles all the heavy lifting, displayed with typical Richard Mille showiness.
Richard Mille RM 50-04 Key Features
- Case Size: 44.5mm x 49.65mm
- Bracelet: Rubber strap
- Dial: Skeletonized with subdials for chronograph functions
- Bezel: Fixed, carbon TPT and titanium
- Water Resistance: 50m
Richard Mille RM 027-01
Would it be fair to describe the RM 027-01 as athleticism meets horological genius? That may be an overly dramatic description, although this watch does have a magnificently sporty feel, so the partnership with Rafael Nadal seems justified. Weighing under 20 grams, this flashy tourbillon has surprising durability stemming from a Titanium and LITAL alloy baseplate (materials that are used in aerospace, no less) enhanced by a monobloc bezel. The RM 027-01 is available to anyone with a spare million dollars to spend on a used Richard Mille with a definite sporty spirit.
Richard Mille RM 027-01 Key Features
- Case Size: 48mm x 39.70mm
- Bracelet: Rubber strap
- Dial: Skeletonized with titanium baseplate
- Bezel: Fixed, carbon composite
- Water Resistance: 50m
Richard Mille RM 68-01 Cyril Kongo
Horology meets street art in this Richard Mille creation, as graffiti artist Cyril Kongo's flair is beautifully integrated (subjectively, that is) with a unique blend of color and mechanical precision.
Kongo applied his graffiti techniques to the dial and movement, creating a series where each watch is a distinctive piece of art. His signature use of vivid colors dramatically contrasts with the sophisticated mechanics of the tourbillon.
Interested in purchasing this distinctive, quirky Richard Mille watch (used as they no longer make it)? It can be yours for just over two million.
Richard Mille RM 68-01 Cyril Kongo Key Features
- Case Size: 50.24mm x 42.70mm
- Bracelet: Rubber strap
- Dial: Unique, hand-painted by artist Cyril Kongo
- Bezel: Fixed, black ceramic
- Water Resistance: 50m
Richard Mille RM 67-01 Titanium
One of the more ‘reasonably priced’ Richard Mille pre-owned watches, with its slim tonneau case boasting a mere 7.5mm thickness, the RM 67-01 somehow maintains a light presence on the wrist due to its titanium build. Launched toward the end of 2015, this popular pre-owned Richard Mille has a beautiful skeletonized dial proudly showing the meticulous inner workings of the watch. Minimalism meets boldness would be a fair description of this interesting timepiece.
Richard Mille RM 67-01 Key Features
- Case Size: 38.70mm x 47.52mm
- Bracelet: Rubber or leather strap options
- Dial: Skeletonized with luminescent hands
- Bezel: Fixed, titanium
- Water Resistance: 50m
Brief History of Richard Mille
Founded in 2001, Richard Mille revolutionized watchmaking with his unique designs. With a history in the watchmaking industry since 1974, the vision was bold if not incredibly ambitious: integrate innovative materials used in Formula 1 and aerospace into luxury watches.
His first masterpiece, the RM 001 Tourbillon, fused high-tech materials with intricate hand-assembled mechanical movements, respecting Swiss watchmaking traditions. New ground was broken and the brand hit the ground running.
By 2010, the brand had achieved the feat of creating the world's lightest mechanical wristwatch, the RM 027 Tourbillon for Rafael Nadal.
With partnerships in various fields, Richard Mille watches are known for their unconventional designs and dependable toughness, with an emphasis on high-tech materials and innovation that has established the brand as an immediate symbol of luxury and innovation.
Pre-Owned Richard Mille - Price Trends
Richard Mille watches are one of a handful of luxury watch brands that have proven to be solid investment pieces in recent years, along with Rolex, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and (arguably) one or two others.
In a similar vein to picking stocks, the trick lies in selecting the correct watch as some models show more promise for high returns than others. The RM 035, 052 Skull, 010, and 056 are all considered solid investment watches at the moment, for example, although the market changes constantly.
Unlike stocks, however, the used Richard Mille market consists of buyers who are mostly unaffected by economic downturns and as such are not restricted by typical market fluctuations.
As a result, used Richard Mille watches are usually a stable investment with a market demand that remains strong regardless of broader economic conditions. To put it another way, all Richard Mille watches would be considered investment-worthy to some degree.
Sell or Trade Your Richard Mille Watch
Considering a change in your watch collection? Watch Chest offers specialized services to sell or trade used Richard Mille with a process designed to get the best value for your watch. Whether you're in the market for an upgrade or seeking something special, our team is committed to providing highly competitive offers and expert advice.
Why Buy a Used Richard Mille From Watch Chest?
Our collection of used Richard Mille watches is meticulously sourced and selected for quality and authenticity, with each pre-owned Richard Mille watch guaranteed as such.
Choosing a trusted luxury watch dealer of repute is key in finding a Richard Mille investment piece, and at Watch Chest, our in-house experts have the pedigree, experience, and worldwide connections to ensure the authenticity and quality of each Richard Mille piece.
Seeking a specific model? Our renowned luxury watch-sourcing service can assist in finding the perfect used Richard Mille if not currently in our inventory.
