_DC_ 218 Posted July 14, 2016 As some will be aware, despite my penchant for fine classically styled timepieces like Pateks, I have an inexplicable lust for Richard Mille. Today I took delivery of the RM035-01 Rafa, in NTPT Carbon, and I don't care what anyone says, it's mean looking and cool!! The NTPT bezel and caseback have a really interesting look and finish to them, they are matt finish and feel kinda like a chalkboard, and you can see the alternating direction of the carbon fibres in the different layers, plus see the actual layers themselves in side profile. It's really neat, and a lot lighter than the big white Bubba Watson that I owned previously!! It's still a little thicker than the gen but that's to be expected, but because there are no lugs so to speak it actually wears smaller than you would expect from a 43mm watch!! Overall I'm glad I finally bought one (having placed then cancelled an order for one late last year), and I got the usual excellent and speedy service from WatchFinder!! Let me know what you all think... but if you don't think it's cool you're just wrong DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barth 0 Posted July 14, 2016 Well done mate ! I've been thinking about one for months, but I might take the plunge now that the Nylon straps have been released Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 464 Posted July 14, 2016 Very nice DC I've been on the fence about getting one of these, but I might just take the plunge... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_B 2,401 Posted July 14, 2016 Alot better than that white thing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5teve 112 Posted July 14, 2016 Mr Patek will be rolling in his grave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonystokes93 0 Posted July 14, 2016 What's the retail on a gen of these? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chavezzito 121 Posted July 14, 2016 Awesome!! Mine says hi! Sent from my iPhone by releasing farts into the correct direction Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S.Corbeil 0 Posted July 14, 2016 Looks very nice! I might go ahead and order one myself! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bowtiefanatc 16 Posted July 14, 2016 I always wondered how I would feel about RM's, ugh....this is one slick watch! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phone 0 Posted July 14, 2016 You said it wears smaller than a 43, but how comfortable is it for you? I'm assuming very comfortable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchaholicMallorca 2 Posted July 14, 2016 I like it mate, also seen that you can now get the velcro straps that the Nadal is famous for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nikosaldente 630 Posted July 14, 2016 What's the retail on a gen of these? I believe the gen costs around 100K$ Looks cool DC! Enjoy wearing it in good health! Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boredpanda 1 Posted July 14, 2016 Looks good on your wrist! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted July 14, 2016 I like it mate, also seen that you can now get the velcro straps that the Nadal is famous for. I didn't know the Velcro straps were available now, pray tell where I can find them as I'd love one!! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted July 14, 2016 You said it wears smaller than a 43, but how comfortable is it for you? I'm assuming very comfortable. Yeah as you rightly assume it is very comfortable, lovely soft rubber and the curvature of the caseback conforms nicely to your wrist so it feels very sturdy and secure. The sprung double deployants clasp is a bit of a faff, it's a great idea and I'm sure on the gen it's more refined, but I've found when trying to tuck the extra strap into the keepers (and for my noodle wrists there's quite a bit of extra strap) the deployants springs open again, so I think if the Velcro straps are now available then that's the way to go!!! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,874 Posted July 14, 2016 I really like that .... Damn you man! Damn you to hell haha. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jordanrides 0 Posted July 14, 2016 What's the weight like? I remember seeing a clip of Carmello Antohony's collection and he had one of these. His comments were that he couldn't believe how light it was, so was just wondering if the rep has that similar insanely light feel. Love your work DC Found the clip. The Rafa is around 1 min. What an insane collection he has! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
_DC_ 218 Posted July 14, 2016 What's the weight like? I remember seeing a clip of Carmello Antohony's collection and he had one of these. His comments were that he couldn't believe how light it was, so was just wondering if the rep has that similar insanely light feel. Love your work DC Found the clip. The Rafa is around 1 min. What an insane collection he has! Awesome video, got some nice pieces there (and a few less nice haha)! It's lighter than previous RM reps I've had but it's not what I would call light overall, although the bezel and caseback are lightweight carbon the midcase is PVD coated metal (I think) and it's quite substantial! DC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sakurai 1 Posted July 14, 2016 So, I assume you use your phone to tell what time it is? That must be the anti-matter of a Pilot watch... I do agree it's a cool looking piece though - plus it's tons better in grey than white! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steph Deux 0 Posted July 17, 2016 It's really neat, and a lot lighter than the big white Bubba Watson that I owned previously!! Well, isn't everything? Including Hellen Keller? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robin195959 2 Posted July 17, 2016 I've got two words to say about that. shite Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Godfathar 1 Posted July 17, 2016 Congratulations buddy.. Looks great.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Foxindebox 464 Posted August 5, 2016 I've just ordered mine Red crown and comes on the black velcro strap... I'm VERY excited Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mattcrx 8 Posted August 5, 2016 Love this!!! I black or grey band around the crown instead of th red would finish it off perfectly in my eyes! I hate you..... I want this now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites