Our RM 12-01 replica collection features one of Richard Mille’s purest tourbillon expressions — a tonneau case built from titanium and NTPT carbon with a fully skeletonized dial exposing the tourbillon cage and movement architecture. The RM 12-01 strips away everything decorative and lets the mechanical engineering speak for itself. Browse the available pieces below, or see the full Replica Richard Mille collection.

Key References

RM 12-01 NTPT Carbon — Full NTPT carbon case with the signature wood-grain layered pattern. Tourbillon at 6 o’clock, function selector between winding, neutral, and hand-setting at 4 o’clock. The core Richard Mille tourbillon replica in this series.
RM 12-01 Titanium — Grade 5 titanium tonneau case with brushed finishing on the flanks. Same caliber and dial layout as the carbon variant, with a metallic case texture instead of layered composite.
RM 12-01 Black Carbon — Stealth edition in all-black carbon TPT with dark-coated titanium crown and caseback screws. Sapphire crystals front and back, minimal color accents on the dial.
RM 12-01 Two-Tone — Combined titanium and NTPT carbon construction with contrasting finishes on bezel and caseband. Provides visual depth while keeping overall case weight under specification.

Movement and Build

Every replica RM 12-01 in this collection houses a tourbillon caliber with a function selector mechanism — a feature allowing the wearer to switch between winding, neutral (crown disengaged), and time-setting modes via the crown. The tonneau case combines Grade 5 titanium with NTPT carbon fiber, maintaining structural integrity at minimal weight. Dimensions sit around 48 x 40mm with a sapphire crystal on both faces. The tourbillon cage at 6 o’clock rotates once per minute, visible through the skeletonized baseplate. Water resistance is rated to 50 meters with a screw-down titanium crown.

How to Choose Your RM 12-01

The RM 12-01 is for collectors who value mechanical transparency above all else. The function selector adds practical sophistication to the tourbillon complication. If you want a chronograph alongside your tonneau case, explore the RM 011 flyback series instead. For the brand’s origin story in tourbillon form, the RM 001 offers historical significance with a similar visual presence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the function selector on the RM 12-01?

The function selector is a mechanism at 4 o’clock that lets you choose between three crown modes: winding (W), neutral (N), and hand-setting (H). In neutral position, the crown is completely disengaged from the movement, preventing accidental winding or time changes. This is a signature Richard Mille feature found on several references including the RM 011 and RM 030.

How does the RM 12-01 differ from the RM 21-01 tourbillon?

Both are Richard Mille tourbillons in tonneau cases, but the RM 21-01 uses an Aerodyne bridge architecture — flat, angled bridges designed to reduce air resistance. The RM 12-01 takes a more traditional approach with a focus on the function selector and pure mechanical display. The RM 21-01 emphasizes aerospace innovation; the RM 12-01 emphasizes horological function. Case materials overlap (both use NTPT carbon), but internal architecture differs.

Is the RM 12-01 manually wound or automatic?

The RM 12-01 is a manually wound tourbillon. You wind it via the crown when the function selector is set to W position. Power reserve is approximately 70 hours, meaning you wind it every two to three days for continuous running. The manual winding allows a thinner movement profile compared to adding an automatic rotor, which Richard Mille reserves for other references like the RM 023.

What case materials does the RM 12-01 use?

The RM 12-01 is available in Grade 5 titanium, NTPT carbon, or a combination of both. NTPT carbon uses parallel carbon fiber sheets layered at 45-degree angles under heat and pressure — each layer 30 microns thin — creating the visible wood-grain pattern. Titanium provides structural rigidity for the caseback and internal frame. Both materials are used in aerospace and Formula 1 applications.

Can you see the movement from the back of the RM 12-01?

Yes. The RM 12-01 features sapphire crystal on both front and caseback. The front displays the tourbillon cage, function selector, and skeletonized bridges. The caseback reveals the barrel, gear train, and winding mechanism. Anti-reflective coating on both crystals ensures clear viewing from either side under any lighting condition.

Related Richard Mille Collections

Explore more from our Richard Mille lineup: RM 001 for the original Richard Mille tourbillon, RM 21-01 for the Aerodyne architecture, RM 011 for flyback chronographs, and RM 023 for an automatic daily wearer. Browse the full Replica Richard Mille catalog.