Richard Mille RM 61-01 White Tourbillon Green Strap
Original price was: $1,999.00.$1,399.00Current price is: $1,399.00.
If you want the RM 61-01 for its shape rather than just its name, this is the one to focus on. The white TZP ceramic case, sharp asymmetrical profile, and vivid green strap with matching inner flange give it the exact high-contrast look that makes the Yohan Blake edition stand out. Unlike tourbillon-focused Richard Mille replicas, this model stays true to the RMUL2-style manual-wind skeleton layout and keeps the dial visually open. The detailed description matters here because the movement architecture and visible execution are what separate this watch from easier, flashier alternatives.
The white case and green frame are the whole point
This RM 61-01 works because the contrast is handled correctly. The case is finished in white TZP ceramic with a matte look, while the strap comes in a bright vented green rubber that immediately picks up the green inner flange around the dial. Against that frame, the yellow chapter ring and bridges create the layered, athletic color scheme that made the Yohan Blake version memorable in the first place. It is not a subtle Richard Mille, and it should not be. The appeal is the way the white case sharpens every dial detail instead of softening it.
The asymmetrical tonneau profile is equally important. This reference is defined by its stretched, off-balance geometry, and that shape needs to read cleanly from the front and side to feel convincing on the wrist. Here, the white ceramic bezel and mid-case are held together with visible spline screws, and the profile keeps the watch looking technical rather than ornamental.
Why this RM 61-01 makes sense over a tourbillon-style alternative
A lot of buyers arrive at this watch after looking at more dramatic Richard Mille models with a tourbillon display. The better reason to choose the RM 61-01 is different: it gives you the brand’s architectural dial style without forcing the watch into a layout this reference never used. This watch is built around a manual-winding RMUL2 clone with a skeletonized display, so the center stays open and mechanical, but still readable enough for daily wear.
That distinction matters if you know the family. Instead of paying for a busier, more theatrical presentation, you get a reference that is about case geometry, dial depth, and color balance. The bridges and wheels remain visible through the sapphire crystal, the hands sit clearly over the movement, and the watch keeps the sparse, technical character that suits the RM 61-01 better than a forced complication headline ever could.
ZF execution where this reference actually needs it
ZF’s strength on this model is not marketing language; it is the way the case and surface treatment support the design. The white TZP ceramic matters because this watch relies on a dry, matte appearance. A glossy finish would make the case look softer and less precise, which is exactly the wrong direction for an RM 61-01. The ceramic bezel, the visible screw layout, and the titanium inner structure all contribute to the crisp visual separation between the bright outer shell and the dark skeleton movement beneath it.
The manual-winding clone is also the right call for this reference because it preserves visual openness. Without an automatic module blocking the view, the dial-side architecture stays the focus. You see the layered mechanical layout through the front crystal and again through the display back, which gives the watch the kind of depth collectors usually look for in this segment. Power reserve is approximately 36 hours, with the movement running at 28,800 vph.
What you will notice once it is on the wrist
The green rubber strap changes the personality of the watch more than the case dimensions alone suggest. It makes the RM 61-01 feel intentionally sporty, not just oversized. The strap is vented, integrated tightly to the case, and shown here with a pin-buckle style closure in black, which keeps the watch visually cleaner and easier to size than a folding clasp arrangement. The green crown surround ties the side profile back into the dial accents, so the watch still looks considered from angles other people actually see.
For a buyer in the US or Europe who already knows the usual Richard Mille options, this is the version to choose when the asymmetrical white case is the deciding feature. You are buying it for the silhouette, the openworked manual-wind display, and the sharp white-and-green contrast. Those are the details that give the RM 61-01 its identity, and they are the details this watch gets right.
Watch specification
Configuration summary for this watch
| Brand | Richard Mille |
|---|---|
| Movement | RMUL2 manual winding clone |
| Case Material | White TZP ceramic / titanium inner chassis |
| Bezel | Fixed white TZP ceramic bezel |
| Crystal | Scratch-proof sapphire with colorless AR coating |
| Bracelet | Green vented rubber strap |
| Water Resistance | 30m stated |
Buyer Q&A
Questions about this Richard Mille watch
Is this RM 61-01 actually a tourbillon model?
No. This watch uses a manual-winding RMUL2 clone with a standard escapement and skeletonized hours and minutes display, which is the correct style for the RM 61-01.
What makes this version stand out visually?
The defining combination is the matte white ceramic case with a bright green rubber strap, green inner flange, yellow minute track, and openworked dial. The asymmetrical tonneau case is a major part of the watch’s character.
What clasp does the watch shown here use?
The watch in the photos is fitted with a black pin-buckle style closure on the green rubber strap.
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