News: Richard Mille to Open Boutique in Las Vegas. Second Boutique in America.

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Construction is underway on the second Richard Mille boutique in the United States, at The Shops at Crystals at City Center adjacent to Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The state-of the-art showroom is scheduled to open in September 2013.
 
The boutique design will align with the brand’s standards for all Richard Mille boutiques worldwide. Materials used will include Makassar wood, Corian stone, leather, steel and glass. Showcases are highly technical and feature such elements as glass that is anti-reflective on all surfaces and custom choreographed lighting. There also will be an exclusive VIP area within the boutique. The overall warm and friendly atmosphere will encourage visitors to spend some time in this temple devoted to fine watchmaking.
 
Richard Mille operates 14 branded boutiques around the world. The first Richard Mille boutique in the United States, Richard Mille Boutique Beverly Hills, opened in 2010.

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News: Richard Mille Congratulates Rafa Nadal. Historic 8th Victory at French Open.

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On Sunday, June 9th, Rafael Nadal achieved legendary status in the world of tennis by becoming the first player ever to win the same Grand Slam tournament eight times from 2005 through 2013 with the exception of 2009 when he did not win it. A 6-3, 6-2, 6-3 victory over his fellow countryman David Ferrer in the final of the French Open in Paris saw Nadal increase his stunning record to 59 victories. Rafa’s 12th major title moves him above Bjorn Borg and his 11 career titles.
 
Richard Mille would like to congratulate Rafael Nadal for his energy and determination in returning to the international competition scene. This Roland Garros victory rewards Rafa for all doubts and suffering he endured during the seven months he was off the court with a knee injury.

Last February in Chile, when he returned on the court, he showcased his physical fitness and stamina and proved to the world his talent.  From that point on, he won some six titles in Sao Paolo, Acapulco, Indian Wells, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome before the Roland Garros in Paris.
 
Richard Mille is proud of his friend Rafa in being an impressive competitor, great champion and totally integrated member of the Richard Mille family. Since 2010, Rafa has worn a Richard Mille watch during all tournaments, testing its performance and shock resistance.

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News: Richard Mille Opens Own Manufacture in Le Breuleux, Switzerland

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Proart, an ultra-contemporary 32,000 sq. ft.—3000 sq. meters— building designed by Chavanne architects’ is now open in Les Breuleux —Canton of Jura, Switzerland.

This factory represents a new milestone in the development of the Richard Mille brand, which has already won over connoisseurs and enthusiasts of very fine watchmaking. Richard Mille watch cases, as well as certain movement components —including base plates and bridges— will be manufactured at this site. The opening of this new facility enables the company to further consolidate its position in a market segment for which it is perfectly suited in terms of both staff and logistics.

The technical quality of Richard Mille watches manufactured in limited numbers has progressed in recent years, as demonstrated by the RM 039 Aviation E6-B Flyback Chronograph —an extremely technically complex and high-performance timepiece of which just 30 pieces will be produced. The development of these kinds of products in such small volumes and to such high standards, is only possible through in-house production.
 
It has taken more than two years to complete this factory, which is at the cutting edge of environmental considerations, thanks, in large part, to the materials used in its construction.

The machinery is already running and around 30 CNC programmers, inspectors and polishers are already working on-site. The factory is managed by Alain Varrin.

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News: Lotus F1 Team Keeping Time with Richard Mille. Partnership Announced.

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Richard Mille is delighted to be the Official Timing Partner of Lotus F1 team.
 
The two-year deal will see branding appear on the team’s 2013 Formula 1 challenger— the E21—in addition to driver overalls.

Furthermore, a limited edition watch will be produced using the very latest lightweight materials; pairing the philosophies of both the team and Richard Mille in representing the pinnacle of cutting edge technology.
 
Richard Mille: “Many people know the high degree of technical expertise, innovation and sophistication that one can find in Richard Mille watches, and no outfit could be better suited to our brand values than Lotus F1 team. This mutual love for exemplary technique and refinement represents an asset for a strong and constructive partnership,” says Richard Mille, founder and CEO of Richard Mille.
 
“The 2013 season has seen Lotus F1 Team get off to a strong start on track, and it is highly satisfying to see that success recognized in our off-track endeavors with the announcement of Richard Mille as the latest name to join our strong portfolio of partners. As a team we are extremely proud of our brand identity, and the innovative approach adopted by Richard Mille in the design and manufacture of their wristwatches is certainly in keeping with our core value of standing out from the crowd,” adds Eric Boullier, Team Principal, Lotus F1 Team.

For more info on Richard Mille click here. For more info on F1 Team Lotus click here.

Insider: Richard Mille RM011 LM Le Mans Limited Edition Flyback Chronograph. One out of 150.

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How often do you run into a Richard Mille watch in the wild? The most probable answer is, never. Now, the chances of running into a RM011 LM Le Mans Limited Edition in the wild, are even more slim. The Felipe Massa Flyback Chronograph Le Mans Limited Edition is truly an amazing timepiece. When we think about Richard Mille, several words come to mind including extreme 'Haute Horlogerie', innovation, metal alloys, extravagant materials, racing inspired horology, Rafael Nadal, Bubba Watson, Felipe Massa, Yohan Blake and of course the most innovative watch brand out there. 

Founded in 2001 by French businessman Richard Mille and based in Les Breuleux in the Canton of Jura in Switzerland, this watch company has been in the forefront of innovation and extreme groundbreaking watch design since day one. With a very limited production and around 2,500 watches sold every year, Richard Mille relies on several partners in the industry including Audemars Piguet—which also owns shares in Richard Mille—who contributes by granting them access to its movement manufacture Audemars Piguet Renaud et Papi also known as APRP. As some of you know, most Richard Mille calibers are manufactured by APRP and Vaucher.

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The Felipe Massa Le Mans Limited Edition Flyback Chronograph is a very advanced time measuring device. With a three-piece titanium case measuring 50x40mm with a thickness of 16.15mm, the RM011 LM provides an amazing wrist presence with lightness and comfort that is just unbeatable.

Richard Mille created this special chronograph to commemorate their involvement with the 2012 Le Mans Classic event as sponsor and official timekeeper. With its green carbon fiber flange around the edge of the dial and the white and green checkered Le Mans Classic logo located at 12 o'clock, this watch is limited to 150 pieces distributed worldwide.

Fitted with caliber RM011-S—an automatic movement with a rotor with variable geometry and power- reserve of 55 hours—, double-coated anti-reflective domed sapphire crystal, rubber strap with deployant buckle, carbon fiber flange, waterproof to 50 meters, skeleton dial, a case assembled with 16 spline screws—in grade 5 titanium— and abrasion resistant washers—in copper-nickel-zinc alloy—, this piece is literally every watchlifestyler's dream.

The chronograph with a 60-minute countdown timer, a 12-hour register and running seconds at 3 o'clock, features a flyback chrono reset mechanism on the pusher between 4 and 5 o'clock . The iconic big date display on Richard Mille watches provides a very unique touch to the skeleton dial and compliments the overall appearance and balance of it.

As you can see, every single detail on this watch has been meticulously taken care of and you definitely can't go wrong buying one. With a sticker price of $125,000, who wouldn't want to own one of these beautiful 150 watches.

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