It's moving in RM's booth.

Jan 20, 2014,08:15 AM
 

It's sad to read about this "plague" of fake industry.


I imagine sooner or later those pictures will be available but I guess the time it does, it is better for RM. I accept it even if, like all RM fans, I'm a bit disappointed.

Thanks for explaining Andrew.

Back to business: the novelties!

One thing I seem to observe as time goes by is that the style of RM's watches is getting more and more "noticeable". The watches are less and less discreet, a bit overloaded sometime. What do you think?

The RM035-01 is interesting with NTPT case but with the red and the different skeletonised dial, I feel it is a little bit "too much". It makes me think the NTPT case will be difficult to insert in watches, except if they are simple and "monocolored".

The RM 036 is nice, borrowing the Jean Todt's G display. Those round thick RM diver cases are always very massive and recognisable but I think it matches the guy.

The RM050, in spite of the nice technical content, is what I call "overloaded". I guess there must be watches for every tastes smile

The Regatta is an interesting declinaison of last year's RM039-1 chrono. Especially as we know there are several sailors in RM's customer base.

I like the crown protection on the Yohan Blake. Not sure about the watch.


Finally, I think my favorite of the year is the ladies watch! No, I'm joking they are still as technically impressive, even if I'm not in line with the styling this year.

Thanks a lot for sharing Andrewwink

Cheers, Mark




This message has been edited by Mark in Paris on 2014-01-20 08:21:48


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Richard Mille stuns at SIHH 2014! And not just with the watches!

 
 By: 219 : January 20th, 2014-07:35
It is a sad state of affairs in the world. And in this, I fully support Richards decision and hence what I am about to report. Richard took the decision last night (Sunday) that there would be no live photos and no photos on the stand this year. I am in ...  

It's moving in RM's booth.

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 20th, 2014-08:15
It's sad to read about this "plague" of fake industry. I imagine sooner or later those pictures will be available but I guess the time it does, it is better for RM. I accept it even if, like all RM fans, I'm a bit disappointed. Thanks for explaining Andre... 

For me, the full working RM039 tourbillon was the star!

 
 By: 219 : January 21st, 2014-06:28
Easily Richard's most complex mechanical piece ever and simply stunning to behold. There has been a team of watchmakers labouring for 2 and a half years on that one. I actually like the RM035-01! It looks and feels great on the wrist. Personally I think i... 

Any sign.....

 
 By: Conkers : January 21st, 2014-06:33
........of the other non-tourbillon 39 please?

Yes I forgot this one,

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 21st, 2014-06:44
a stunning piece that really embodies what can RM invent at its best.

This looks to be another

 
 By: Piper14 : January 20th, 2014-08:54
This looks to be another fantastic year for RM. Even though quite upsetting for the fans. I never thought I would be saying this but those ladies watches are the highlights for me this year. The Natalie Portman watch is my favourite. As impressive as it w... 

Obviously some pics taken with smart phones will

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-13:53
slip through without being noticed. There are enfacement issues when there are so many people wandering around the booth with a phone in their hands. However, as PPro (and myself for that matter) always support the required issuing guidelines for the bran... 

Such is life

 
 By: colton_d : January 20th, 2014-09:16
It is quite unfortunate that fakes exist to begin with.. it goes against the foundation of appreciating a quality, hand-crafted item whatever it may be. Regardless, I regretfully agree with the logic employed here; and hope to at some point see these nove... 

Thanks Colton. Appreciate the support. Hoping to

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-13:56
have the Iive photos for you soon. Andrew H

New Bubba Watson

 
 By: Piper14 : January 20th, 2014-11:49
I read in an interview with Mr Mille in Dec 2013 that a new Bubba Watson model was going to be released at SIHH 2014. Probably RM38-01? Have you seen/heard about this Andrew?

Sorry - no. That model was not on show, either in the

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-14:00
display cases, or in the watches shown to retailers. Have not seen drawings either. Andrew H

Wow sucks to hear the news about the RM fake :(

 
 By: AnthonyTsai : January 20th, 2014-12:00
But nevertheless, I like the RM collection this year. These NTPT carbons pieces are going to be a huge hit IMO. I absolutely love the look of the wavy carbon pattern! Cheers, Anthony

Completely agree! Especially with the RM035-01. Cannot

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-14:08
show the photos, but on the wrist it is a fabulous watch. It is the pick of the bunch in NTPT for myself. Andrew H

Why did RM go to the SIHH?

 
 By: dsgalaxy1 : January 20th, 2014-14:08
If the people can not take some pictures what's the purpose? It's ridiculous that it's forbidden taking pictures in order to prevent the fakes' manufacturing. Is really so easy to built a Papiìs movement? Of course not.....and i've my own thoughts!

SIHH is actually a trade show. Where manufacturers primarily

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-14:13
go to show their new pieces to the dealer network. The press are allowed in to observe, cover, and comment. Former latitude shown in being provided with the watches, a photo room, and equipment was abused by some, to the detriment of the many. It sucks fo... 

Thanks a lot Anthony! [nt]

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 20th, 2014-15:23

Thanks!

 
 By: Conkers : January 20th, 2014-16:16
Thanks a lot for posting this. The forgery issue is a major problem - they were fake certificates floating around around Asia last year as well. I am so excited for my incoming - my dealer is in Geneva now hoping securing its release from captivity! Even ... 

Cannot wait

 
 By: colton_d : January 20th, 2014-16:48
To see what your big incoming is Conkers.. considering your collection already this must be something special! Was just in my local AD trying a few RM's on for size.. hoping to join you sooner rather than later. I am glad to see your opinions on this year... 

Thanks Colton!

 
 By: Conkers : January 20th, 2014-21:48
Thanks for your kind words. I think as I have posted before on here, I find it a little frustrating at the elapsed time between novelties being announced and actually coming to market. For example, where are the silicon nitride cases announced way before ... 

Interesting Point

 
 By: colton_d : January 21st, 2014-06:58
I have to confess I was not aware of the significant delays in the delivery of the Nitride cased watches; that admitedly would be frustrating! I agree with all of your sentiments and thoughts on the novelties. The NTPT seems to be such an interesting evol... 

Hopefully soon

 
 By: Conkers : January 21st, 2014-16:11
I was promised end-Jan, fingers crossed!

Hmmm

 
 By: chris4 : January 24th, 2014-02:18
I struggle with this decision really, surely the 'fakers' will manage to get what they need to make fakes anyway regardless of this RM decision. To be honest my take is that people buying the watches need to exercise more caution. Buy only from a RM bouti... 

That's common sense Chris. [nt]

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 24th, 2014-05:42

Congrats on the 'incoming'. Hopefully we will get to see

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-14:16
it vicariously some point soon? Thanks Andrew H

Stopping Photography is silly...

 
 By: chintu : January 22nd, 2014-02:30
While preventing fakes is definitely in the interest of the manufacturer as well as the customer, this seems rather pointless and silly. The whole purpose of participating in an exhibition is to enhance brand visibility, create a market for new offerings ... 

The issue is not that the odd photo will get published...

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-14:25
And yes, at authorised dealers, you will get to see the watches and take photos. But you are missing the issue here. At the back of the RM booth, Richard has always graciously provided professional lightroom and photographic facilities for the very purpos... 

Another question: 5000G?! are you sure it is not 500g (=5000m/s-²) ?

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 22nd, 2014-08:16
5000 seems to much... An extract for the Chronofiable certification process: - ageing cycles consisting of linear and angular accelerations; 20,000 shocks ranging from 250 to 5500 m/s2 (9.81 m/s2 = 1g) as well as changes in temperature and humidity during... 

Errr - no -- it is 5000G. I know they tested the original

 
 By: 219 : January 22nd, 2014-14:27
RM027 RN up to 1000G and were working on higher shock treatment. The watches are very sturdy! Andrew H

Just Curious about the RM052 all black...

 
 By: Jeffss168 : January 22nd, 2014-18:36
Is it really fake ?? because , i've ever seen on Instagram .. someone account there. posted Authentics RM 052 All black. TZP nano ceramic case with black skull and real Tourbillon. Regards, Jeff

As far as I know, and am told, there is no

 
 By: 219 : January 24th, 2014-14:03
official Richard Mille 'All Black' skull watch. So anything you have seen on Instagram, unless it was a special order and/or 'one-off' (which Richard Mille sometimes produces), it is probably a fake. Even if it has a real (or what looks to be real) tourbi... 

please see this pic..

 
 By: Jeffss168 : January 28th, 2014-08:35
What you think bro ?? I think this one is RM Authentic ? Regards, Jeff ...  

nope

 
 By: chris4 : January 28th, 2014-08:56
That's a fake, all the 52's ( as far as I am aware ) have hollowed out case openings,as below, little bits of that one look wrong to me also, but hard to be exact when the pic is not very good quality when blowing it up ...  

Agree the former pic looks fake

 
 By: colton_d : January 28th, 2014-09:33
Although it is alarming enough seeing how 'passable' it is.. the nerve of a faker thinking it possible to create copy of such a unique and limited run watch. The crown and skull detailing just seem off as compared to the authentic RM. Scary stuff, but int... 

Not on every RM052

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 30th, 2014-05:51
hi Chris, In fact the apertures are not visible in all the RM052: Cheers, Mark RM052 Ceramic ...  

Righto

 
 By: chris4 : January 31st, 2014-01:38
Thanks Mark, I stand corrected, haven't seen the ceramic version. Have to say don't like it much, I think the case openings make the whole thing, looks a bit 'lacking' without them

I agree

 
 By: Mark in Paris : January 31st, 2014-01:51
I guess it is more difficult to make the holes in the ceramic but I prefer them on the Ti version.