Richard Mille SIHH 2013: RM 59-01 Yohan Blake Tourbillon

Well another model has been released for the Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake.  He known by his nickname  "The Beast" and his hand actions he makes (see photo below).  This has been incorporated into the design.

"The Beast"

The watch is a limited edition of 50 pieces.  I am not really a big fan due to the colour of the case but I do like the dial and the bridges.

Movement dimensions: 30.50 mm x 28.70 mm
- Thickness: 5.20 mm
- Tourbillon diameter: 10.90 mm
- Balance wheel diameter: 9.12 mm
- Number of jewels: 19
- Balance wheel: Glucydur, with 2 arms and 4 setting screws, moment of inertia 11.50 mg.cm2, angle of lift 53°
- Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
- Balance spring: ELINVAR by Nivarox®
- Shock protection: KIF ELASTOR KE 160 B28
- Barrel shaft in nickel-free Chronifer (DIN x 46 Cr 13 + S), with the following characteristics:
stainless – non-magnetic – tempered

Richard Mille SIHH 2013: RM27-01 Rafael Nadal Tourbillon

A new release from Richard Mille.  The original RM27 was a revelation in terms of technical design and practicality.  It was worn by Rafael Nadal while playing tennis matches.  It was so light it could even float on water.

Limited edition of 50 timepieces

Hows it made

This is a video on how a Blancpain Tourbillon is put together.  Gives you an idea of how much work goes into something.