Richard Mille

• manual winding carbon nanofibre movement, 37 jewels, 2-arm glucydur screw balance • skeletonised dial with Arabic numerals, luminescent dots and hands, two subsidiary dials for constant seconds and 30-minute register, two fan-form sectors for 78-hour power-reserve and torque indication, function selector display at 4 o'clock • screwed down bezel, chronograph buttons to the band, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws • case, dial and movement signed • 18k pink gold and titanium Richard Mille double folding buckle • folder with warranty, instructions, screw-driver, presentation case

The manual movement is running at the time of cataloguing and the split chronograph is operating correctly, however it may benefit from a service soon. Dial is in good condition. There are a couple of small scuffs to the case band but overall it is in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

Richard Mille began working in the watch industry in 1974, however it was not until 2001 that he released the first watch from his own company. Since that time, he has become one of the greatest innovators in terms of technical development, cutting-edge materials and futuristic style.

Inspired by the advanced engineering found in the Formula-1 racing circuit, Richard Mille creates his innovative and performance-oriented wristwatches using non-traditional materials, such as ceramics, new metallic alloys and carbon fibre compounds. The company does not produce watches with standard metal parts, as many of the gears and pieces that make up the movement are custom-made for individual models.

After RM 005 in 2006 and RM 011 in 2007, Richard Mille launched RM004 in 2009. This model features an impressive range of technical innovations including pillar-plates made of carbon nanofibres in order to increase the movement stability, wheel synchronisation to optimize chronometer function with 2 special pushers at 8 and 10 o'clock, minimization of the jump of the chronograph-hand by making lever and gear-train in titanium, as well as the function indicators.