Richard Mille RM 003

Richard Mille RM 003 – Dual Time Precision with Classic RM DNA

The Richard Mille RM 003 is a rare and early example of the brand’s technical ambition, featuring a dual time zone display combined with a tourbillon in the brand’s iconic tonneau-shaped case. Introduced in the early 2000s, the RM 003 represents one of the first attempts to incorporate travel functionality into a high-complication Richard Mille watch, blending utility with the brand’s signature skeletonized movement architecture.

The RM 003 is powered by a manual-winding tourbillon movement with a second time zone displayed via a transparent sapphire disc at 3 o’clock, allowing travelers to monitor two time zones simultaneously. It also includes a function selector, which lets the user toggle between winding, hand setting, and neutral modes—an innovation now common in more modern RM pieces.

Why Collectors Love the Richard Mille RM 003

• Dual time zone display with a transparent disc—a rare complication in the early RM catalog

• Houses a manual-winding tourbillon movement with exceptional hand-finishing and skeletonized bridges

• Features an integrated function selector for intuitive adjustment

• Classic tonneau case design, typically produced in titanium or white gold, offering lightweight presence with bold aesthetics

• Produced in very limited numbers, making it highly collectible among early RM references

• A significant part of Richard Mille’s foundational development in complicated, travel-friendly watches

At Wrist Aficionado, we specialize in rare and early-generation Richard Mille timepieces, including collector favorites like the RM 003 Dual Time Tourbillon. For enthusiasts seeking one of the earliest RM references to combine complexity, functionality, and style, the RM 003 is a must-have. Explore our exclusive Richard Mille offerings today.