RICHARD MILLE | "A Work of Art on the Wrist" RM68-01 Graffiti Tourbillon

RICHARD MILLE | "A Work of Art on the Wrist" RM68-01 Graffiti Tourbillon

Upgraded Specifications

• Materials: Zirconium ceramic (bezel & case back), carbon fiber (middle case & crown)

• Design: Ultra-thin 14mm case profile

Collaboration & Artistry
This tourbillon timepiece was co-created with Brazilian graffiti artist Cyril Kongo:

• Movement bridges mimic freehand graffiti strokes, featuring dynamic angles and vibrant colors.

• Engine components are adorned with graffiti motifs, blending mechanical precision with urban artistry.

Case & Architecture

• Slightly modified tonneau-shaped case in Grade 5 titanium.

• Paired with an NTPT carbon fiber bezel and black ceramic flange.

• Curved arrow-shaped hands, with the tourbillon cage positioned at 6 o’clock.

Graffiti Craftsmanship Breakthrough
Cyril Kongo spent over a year perfecting the technique:

• Custom micro-spray tools deposit paint drop-by-drop to avoid disrupting the movement’s balance.

• Proprietary pigments bond permanently to titanium, resistant to assembly/disassembly and fading.

Movement Performance

• Caliber: RM Tourbillon movement

• Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)

• Power Reserve: 48 hours

• Caseback Art: Sapphire crystal reveals a graffiti-patterned baseplate, with a "paint-splatter" effect radiating from the center.