The Richard Mille RM 010 is the brand's skeletonized, tonneau-cased, time-and-date automatic: a watch showing hours, minutes and date, with no chronograph and no power reserve complication, which makes it the simplest and most wearable of the early automatic references. It is listed as a historical model rather than a current one, so today it is found on the pre-owned market, in titanium and in several precious-metal versions. This guide places it in the catalogue, covers its case metals and compares it with the RM 011 and RM 030. It is general reference information drawn from the brand and third-party guides, not a listing: Bizak & Co. sources watches on request and does not hold the references discussed here.
Last reviewed on October 28, 2026 by Filip Biczak. Sources: Richard Mille, RM 010 Automatic and Monochrome Watches, RM 010 in red gold. Specifications on dealer listings vary, so confirm any individual watch against its papers and the brand.
What is the Richard Mille RM 010?
It is an automatic wristwatch with a skeletonized dial and a tonneau-shaped case, showing hours, minutes and a date. Richard Mille was founded in 2001 by Richard Mille and Dominique Guenat and is based in Les Breuleux, Switzerland. Within that range, the RM 010 is the straightforward automatic: no chronograph pushers, no function selector and no extra indicators competing with the skeleton movement. Collectors often treat it as the entry point to the brand's classic shape, which is why it appears on so many first-purchase shortlists.
Where does the RM 010 sit in the Richard Mille catalogue?
It sits in the early tonneau automatic family alongside the RM 011 and RM 030, but it is the plainest of the three. The RM 011 adds a flyback chronograph, and the RM 030 adds a declutchable rotor and a gold-and-titanium case. The RM 010 is no longer made, and the brand's later automatics, such as the RM 037 with its function selector, build on the same formula with more complications. Think of it as the reference that shows the core Richard Mille idea without extras: a lightweight engineered case, a visible movement and a rubber strap.
What case metals does the RM 010 come in?
Reviews and dealer listings describe titanium, red gold, white gold and carbon versions, with some gem-set examples. Titanium is the most commonly seen, and white gold with diamonds has appeared at auction in recent years. Metal and finish are the main drivers of price within the reference, and limited editions, such as the titanium Le Mans Classic version, trade as their own sub-variants. Always confirm the case metal on the caseback and papers rather than from a photo.
| Attribute | What sources report |
|---|---|
| Shape | Tonneau |
| Case size | About 48 mm by 39.3 mm, per several dealer listings |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, date |
| Movement | Automatic, skeletonized; commonly listed as caliber RMAS7 |
| Power reserve | About 55 hours, per most listings |
| Case metals | Titanium, red gold, white gold, carbon |
| Status | Historical, no longer made |
Dealer listings disagree on a few details, including water resistance, so treat the table as a guide and verify the specific watch.
How is the RM 010 different from the RM 011?
The RM 011 is a flyback chronograph and the RM 010 is not. The RM 011, often called the Felipe Massa, uses a grade 5 titanium case of about 42.7 mm by 50 mm and an automatic flyback chronograph movement (caliber RMAC1) with an annual calendar. It was made from 2007 to 2016 and has also been built in gold, ceramic and carbon versions. The RM 010 is the quieter alternative with fewer functions. Our RM 011 Felipe Massa guide covers its versions in depth.
How is the RM 010 different from the RM 030?
The RM 030 is the more technical, gold-and-titanium watch built around a declutchable rotor. It combines an 18k red gold and titanium case of about 42.7 mm by 50 mm with an automatic movement (caliber RMAR1) whose rotor disengages once the mainspring is well wound to protect it. It was produced from 2011 to 2023 and succeeded by the RM 30-01. The RM 010 has no such mechanism and is simpler to read and own.
| Reference | Core idea | Case | Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| RM 010 | Time-and-date skeletonized automatic | Titanium or precious metals | Historical model |
| RM 011 | Automatic flyback chronograph | Grade 5 titanium, also other materials | 2007 to 2016 |
| RM 030 | Declutchable rotor automatic | 18k red gold and titanium | 2011 to 2023 |
How much does an RM 010 cost?
Pre-owned examples sit in the six-figure range, with precious-metal and gem-set versions at the upper end and titanium generally below them. Condition, box and papers, service history and any limited-edition status all move the number, so a band is only a starting point. Since the reference is no longer made, there is no current retail price to compare against, and an individual unit has to be priced on its own evidence. For wider context, see our guide to Richard Mille colours and browse the Richard Mille collection for references we can source.
Quick answers
Is the RM 010 still in production?
No. It is treated as a historical model, so buyers look to the pre-owned market. Confirm the exact version and its documentation before committing.
Is the RM 010 a chronograph?
No. It shows hours, minutes and date. The chronograph in this family is the RM 011.
What is the RM 010 made of?
Versions are reported in titanium, red gold, white gold and carbon, plus gem-set variants. Check the caseback and papers for the metal of a specific watch.
Is the RM 010 a good first Richard Mille?
Many collectors see it as the simplest way into the brand's classic tonneau shape, because it has fewer complications than the RM 011 or RM 030. Whether it suits you depends on budget and wrist size, so try the proportions first.
Does Bizak & Co. keep the RM 010 in stock?
No. We source watches on request and confirm the specific unit and its details before you commit.
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Related reading: Richard Mille RM 011 Felipe Massa and Richard Mille colours explained.
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