Richard Mille RM 35-03 “Rafael Nadal Carbon TPT Watch

Richard Mille RM 35-03 Rafael Nadal: The Innovation of the Butterfly Rotor

The Richard Mille RM 35-03 Rafael Nadal Carbon TPT is a horological breakthrough that introduces the world’s first user-adjustable variable inertia rotor. Known as the “Butterfly Rotor,” this patented mechanism allows the wearer to directly control the winding efficiency of the watch. With a simple press of the “Sport Mode” pusher at 7 o’clock, the rotor’s gear train spreads its two titanium weights to 180 degrees, shifting the center of gravity to the middle and suspending the winding process. This protects the movement from excessive winding during high-intensity activities, such as a professional tennis match, making it a truly interactive extension of the athlete’s body.

High-Tech Aesthetic Meets Extreme Shock Resistance

Crafted from Carbon TPT®, the RM 35-03 features the signature striated appearance of layered carbon fibers, offering a lightweight yet incredibly robust housing for the movement. The case design, inspired by the RM 27-04 Tourbillon, protects the Calibre RMAL2, a skeletonized automatic movement capable of withstanding accelerations up to 5,000 Gs. Every detail, from the microblasted grade 5 titanium bridges to the function selector at 2 o’clock, emphasizes a racing-machine aesthetic. This “Baby Nadal” model is not just a timepiece; it is a technical marvel that balances the convenience of an automatic winding system with the rugged performance required by the world’s greatest athletes.

Specifications

• Model: RM 35-03 Automatic Rafael Nadal
• Case Dimensions: 43.15 mm x 49.95 mm (Thickness: 13.15 mm)
• Movement: Skeletonized Automatic Calibre RMAL2
• Case Material: Carbon TPT® (Thin Ply Technology)
• Rotor: Patented Butterfly Rotor with Sport Mode Setting
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Sport Mode, Function Selector (W-N-H)
• Power Reserve: Approximately 55 Hours (± 10%)
• Water Resistance: 50 Meters / 5 ATM