Richard Mille RM 005 AF TI — Titanium Automatic
Where avant-garde engineering meets modern luxury. The RM 005 is one of the earliest references that defined the Richard Mille identity — a technically advanced, ultra-light, tonneau-shaped sports watch built around the principle of uncompromising innovation. Introduced in the early 2000s, it laid the foundation for everything the brand is known for today: cutting-edge materials, skeletonized architecture, and high-performance movements inspired by motorsport and aerospace engineering.
Crafted in titanium, the RM 005 AF TI delivers exceptional strength with minimal weight, making it remarkably comfortable despite its striking presence. It retains the instantly recognizable Richard Mille silhouette that has since become one of the most influential designs in contemporary watchmaking.
Why choose this model?
Early RM icon
As one of the first core references in the Richard Mille lineup, the RM 005 represents the beginnings of a brand that reshaped the definition of luxury watches forever.
Titanium case — strength without mass
The lightweight tonneau case is ergonomically contoured, offering durability, comfort, and the futuristic material science that collectors expect from Richard Mille.
Skeletonized automatic movement
The high-precision calibre is visible through the open-worked dial, revealing depth, architecture, and technical beauty — a signature RM experience.
Elevated casual luxury
The watch blends high-performance engineering with bold contemporary aesthetics, standing out in any setting without trying to be “classic.” It’s delivered with three high-quality rubber straps in yellow, blue, and white, allowing the wearer to adapt the look while maintaining the unmistakable RM attitude on the wrist.
Collector relevance
Early titanium RM references already have a proven record of strong demand and limited availability — a formula that historically supports long-term value growth. Low-volume manufacturing, specialized materials, and a client base that values exclusivity. The RM 005 AF TI stands in a particularly interesting position — it is iconic and instantly recognizable.
As newer and more experimental models continue to push the price ceiling, the foundational references like the 005 gain even more historical importance — making this piece a strategic acquisition for collectors who want an “entry point” to the brand while owning part of its origin story.
Designed for a new era of luxury
Richard Mille famously set out to create “a Formula 1 car for the wrist” — and the RM 005 proves how early that vision took shape. It represents luxury defined not by gold and diamonds, but by engineering mastery, material innovation, and a bold personality that signals independence from tradition.