The RM 33-03 in Carbon TPT® and red gold.
Richard Mille’s RM 33-03 Automatic marks a new chapter in the brand’s pursuit of refined round-case design, seamlessly merging its hallmark technical innovation with an elegant, wearable aesthetic. While Richard Mille is renowned for its tonneau-shaped watches, the RM 33-03 introduces a sophisticated reinterpretation, blending the distinctive curves of the tonneau with a perfectly balanced circular case. This fusion creates a striking yet subtle silhouette that feels both modern and timeless.
MADE TO BE WORN
The ultra-slim RMXP3 calibre inside the RM 33-03 in titanium.
Available in two exceptional variants, the case is crafted either entirely from grade 5 titanium or from Carbon TPT® combined with a 5N red gold caseband. Both options highlight the brand’s mastery of cutting-edge materials, delivering watches that are incredibly lightweight yet supremely durable. Measuring 41.7mm in diameter and only 9.7mm thick, the RM 33-03 is designed with everyday wear in mind, ensuring comfort without compromising the presence expected from a high-end timepiece. The tripartite case is secured by the brand’s signature titanium spline screws, while the refined blend of satin and polished finishes adds depth and texture, enhancing the watch’s dynamic form.
MECHANICAL MOTION
Skeletonised beauty, housed in Carbon TPT® and red gold.
The dial of the RM 33-03 is a captivating display of technical artistry and visual depth. Its skeletonised architecture reveals the inner workings of the watch, emphasised by numerals in solid 18K 5N red gold mounted on rigid titanium rails that appear to float above the calibre. This three-dimensional construction enhances the interplay of light and shadow, creating a constantly shifting aesthetic. A noteworthy feature is the small seconds subdial positioned at six o’clock — a rare complication for Richard Mille — which injects subtle motion into the dial, while the semi-instantaneous date window at five o’clock completes the practical yet refined display.
TIMELESS INNOVATION
The RM 33-03 in titanium.
Powering this remarkable watch is the innovative RMXP3 calibre, a skeletonised automatic movement with an ultra-slim profile of just 3.28mm. Its off-centre platinum micro rotor, mounted on ceramic ball bearings, winds the movement efficiently in both directions, ensuring optimal energy generation while maintaining a compact form.
The movement is built on a grade 5 titanium baseplate treated with Titalyt®, an electro-plasma oxidation process that enhances hardness and corrosion resistance, with bridges finished in black PVD for added rigidity and contrast. A variable inertia balance wheel oscillates at 3Hz, regulated by four adjustable weights, providing exceptional chronometric precision and over 40 hours of power reserve.
Ultimately, the RM 33-03 exemplifies Richard Mille’s commitment to marrying avant-garde materials and mechanical mastery with ergonomic design tailored for daily wear. This timepiece is not only a technical tour de force but also a refined expression of contemporary luxury, offering a bold yet elegant interpretation of the classic round watch.
