Golfers need timepieces that are as powerful as their swings. Bubba Watson's signature RM 32-02 Richard Mille watch exemplifies this perfectly. Engineered to withstand the sport's unique stresses, it doesn't compromise on style. In fact, Watson himself championed the watch's bold pink design, making it a true standout on the course.
The case is among the notable features of the RM 31-02. It epitomizes Richard Mille’s comprehensive approach when designing and executing a timepiece’s movement, dial, and case. The result is a cohesive aesthetic and structure constructed to the most rigorous specifications. Of note are the pink and white Quartz TPT® caseback and bezel, and layers of pink Quartz TPT® and Carbon TPT® for the caseband. These materials are exclusive to Richard Mille and boast a unique aesthetic with one-of-a-kind striations on the surface.
Like any other Richard Mille watch with the Bubba Watson name, the RM 32-02 Tourbillon is tailored for optimum performance. With around 70 hours of power reserve, it can be a golfer’s go-to timepiece for several days. The “variable inertia” free-sprung balance enhances its shock resistance so that the watch maintains reliability even during the stresses of disassembly and reassembly. The result is improved chronometric performance.
The RM 32-02 Bubba Watson stands out from other Richard Mille watches thanks to its regulator index. This innovative design allows for highly repeatable and precise calibration using the four small, adjustable screws on the balance wheel.
The timepiece also endures the toughest plays with PVD-treated Grade 5 titanium bridges, which are highly corrosion-resistant, remarkably rigid, and biocompatible to support the train gear’s effortless function. Specifically, the alloy is 4% vanadium, 6% aluminum, and 90% titanium, a winning combination that improves the material’s mechanical properties. It’s no wonder the same material is often used in automobile, aeronautics, and aerospace applications.
Golf balls can travel at mind-blowing speeds and generate forces up to 50,000 Gs on impact. The RM 32-02 Bubba Watson was meticulously engineered to withstand forces exceeding 10,000 Gs to handle these shocks. In addition, Richard Mille’s engineers meticulously sized this timepiece to strike a perfect balance between a strong architecture and a compact profile, ensuring optimal shock resistance without sacrificing comfort or wearability.