Named after Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake, this replica rm-61-01 blake brings track-and-field energy into a tonneau case that measures approximately 50mm by 42mm in carbon TPT construction. Richard Mille has a long history of athlete-edition watches, and the 61-01 Yohan Blake sits among the most recognizable thanks to its gray dial palette and beast-themed design cues that reference Blake’s “Beast” nickname. The skeletonized movement is visible through the sapphire crystal, with dark gray tones across the bridges and accents that keep the overall look cohesive and subdued compared to other athlete editions in the catalog.

Technical Overview

• Case dimensions: approximately 50mm x 42mm tonneau
• Case material: carbon TPT composite
• Crystal: sapphire with anti-reflective coating
• Strap: gray rubber with titanium clasp
• Movement: automatic skeletonized
• Functions: hours, minutes, seconds
• Water resistance: 50m

The gray-on-gray execution unifies case, dial, and strap into a tonal block that reads as a single piece rather than separate components bolted together.

Inside the Movement

The skeletonized caliber visible through the dial follows standard RM architecture: baseplate and bridges carved away to expose the gear train while maintaining structural integrity. Finishing on the visible surfaces includes brushed flats and beveled edges that catch light as the wrist moves. The gray version creates a subtle contrast between polished metal components and the matte carbon case surrounding them. To see how a strap swap redefines this same platform, look at the green strap version which introduces a completely different color dynamic. Both belong to the RM 61-01 collection but serve different visual appetites.

What Sets It Apart

Athlete editions in the RM world range from subtle nods to full-blown thematic designs. The Blake 61-01 lands somewhere in the middle: the gray palette stays restrained, but the overall proportions and skeletonized dial still announce themselves clearly. Compared to the Rafael Nadal editions or the Bubba Watson collaborations, this Blake carries less color and more tonal consistency. It appeals to anyone who appreciates the athlete-edition backstory without wanting the watch to shout about it. This replica rm-61-01 blake captures that measured approach, delivering the sprinter connection through design language rather than flashy accents.