RICHARD MILLE | Charity Auction for Special Limited Edition Models Underway
RICHARD MILLE
A Special Limited Edition from Two-Time Masters Champion Bubba Watson
Charity Auction for a Unique Piece Underway
Luxury watchmaker Richard Mille is holding a charity auction for a special limited edition of the "RM 055 Bubba Watson." Bids can be placed at the Richard Mille GINZA boutique or via fax until 6:00 PM on Wednesday, September 24th.
Text by Reiko Watanabe (OPENERS)
The Full Auction Proceeds Will Be Donated to the "Hatachi-Kikin" Fund Supporting Tohoku's Reconstruction
The piece up for auction is a unique, specially limited edition model. Based on the "RM 055 Bubba Watson," known for its iconic all-white design and created in collaboration with American professional golfer Bubba Watson, who won the Masters in 2012 and 2014, this watch incorporates Japan's national colors, making it a truly premium timepiece.
The baseplate of the titanium (Grade 5) hand-wound movement features PVD treatment, while the bridges are coated with titanium nitride. This model, which pushes the boundaries of skeletonization, is characterized by its high rigidity and perfect flatness, essential for the smooth operation of the gear train.
The winning bid amount will be announced on the Richard Mille GINZA website on Saturday, September 27th. The entire proceeds will be donated to the "Hatachi-Kikin" fund, which has been supporting the reconstruction of Tohoku since the 2011 earthquake, aiming to provide mental care, education, and self-reliance support for children affected by the disaster over 20 years.
Interested parties should contact the Richard Mille GINZA boutique for details and submit their bids using the designated form at the store or via fax by 6:00 PM on Wednesday, September 24th. In the event of multiple highest bidders, the winner will be determined by a careful drawing.
Auction Method | Sealed Bid, First-Price Auction
Application Period | Until 6:00 PM, Wednesday, September 24th
Bid Opening | 9:00 PM, Friday, September 26th
Expected Delivery | Within 2014
RM 055 Bubba Watson Charity Special Edition (1 of 1)
Caliber RMUL2 | Hand-wound skeleton movement, hours, minutes, seconds display
Bezel | White rubber-coated ATZ ceramic
Middle Case | Black rubber-coated Grade 5 Titanium
Dimensions | 49.9mm x 42.70mm x 13.05mm
Estimated Value | ¥8,000,000
Inquiries Regarding the Auction
Richard Mille GINZA Boutique
8-4-2 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Opening Hours | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Closed | Tuesdays
Tel. +81-3-5537-6688
www.richardmille.jp
