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Avi & Co. is proud to have the largest Richard Mille collection in New York. Popular collaborations such as Felipe Massa’s many models can usually be found in our stores. Aside from their use of technology and instantly recognizable tonneau-shaped cases, Richard Mille’s collaborations are what really make the brand stand out. Their mutual respect for each other’s artistry makes the watch an instant legend.
“He is a really positive person,” partner Rafael Nadal says of Richard Mille. “He wants to drive the watchmaking industry forward, not just to sit back and enjoy his success. He seeks excellence, which I respect. In my tennis, I always try to be better, and I work hard for that.”
Let’s look at one of Avi & Co.’s most popular Richard Mille partnership pieces, the Felipe Massa:
Felipe Massa: Formula 1 Racer
Forty-one-year-old Felipe Massa is a Brazilian Formula One racing driver. He competed in 15 seasons of Formula One between 2002 and 2017 and scored 11 Grand Prix victories. The Felipe Massa and Richard Mille partnership began when they were both in the beginning of their careers. He is the longest-lasting sports partner of the Richard Mille family mainly for his generous and warm personality.
What better way is there to get into the racing world than learning through go-karting? From eight years old until he was 14, he participated in national and regional championships. In his first season, he came in 4th place. In 1998, he moved into Formula Chevrolet and finished the Brazilian championship in fifth place.
Richard Mille's Partnership with Felipe Massa
Massa began as a test driver for Richard Mille watches. One of his amazing feats in watchmaking development included testing the carbon nanofiber baseplate on the RM 006. He also helped develop new materials such as ALUSIC cases and the brand’s most iconic watch, the RM 011.
“I’ve loved working with the RM Team over the years,” Massa says. “Their unwavering commitment to retain the beauty of their handcraftsmanship whilst driving future horological innovation without compromise really impresses me.”
Add some strength to your watch collection with the Felipe Massa Chronograph by Richard Mille. The Felipe Massa RM 011 collection is a magnificent combination of ingenuity that meets classic luxury. They are assembled with a matching case and bezel in ceramic or titanium, a skeleton dial, and a rubber bracelet with a fold-over clasp. These timepieces take their cues from the high-tech engineering of F1 racing cars developed to deliver exceptional performance.
NTPT Carbon Fit for a Racecar
One of the stunning Richard Mille and Felipe Massa collaborations is the Felipe Massa Black Night NTPT Carbon watch. NTPT, North Thin Ply Technology, is a lightweight material brought over to watchmaking by Richard Mille himself. First developed for racing yachts, aeronautics, and Formula 1 racing, the material was an instant success in the watchmaking world. Combining the best of artistry and architecture, the wavy appearance will be instantly identifiable with Richard Mille.
Pre-Owned Felipe Massa vs. Waitlisted Felipe Massa
The Secondary Market is a great source for watch collectors to buy or sell discontinued or rare watches. It exists to allow customers to gain access to watches that are no longer available through retail. For watch collectors to buy and sell at their convenience, most luxury brands like Richard Mille require you to be on a waitlist for years.
Some luxury brands even require you to purchase two or three timepieces to build your credibility before you can even purchase the one you desire. The secondary market allows you to purchase a timepiece without the strict luxury market conditions. You are paying for the convenience and the immediacy of owning what you desire.
The last Felipe Massa that RM collaborated with was in 2015: the RM 011 and RM 056. Part of their 10-year collaboration Anniversary collection, the RM 056’s blue and yellow colors were inspired by Massa’s racing colors. It is a Limited Edition consisting of only 10 pieces while the RM 011 had 100. To ensure you’re not waiting another decade, purchasing a Richard Mille on the secondary market is a fantastic option.
Its Limited Edition, status, and sophistication make a Richard Mille partnership watch worth the investment. Avi & Co. strives to stock our showrooms with unmatched watches that you have never seen before. To try on and purchase these rare pieces, race over to Avi & Co. in Miami or NYC and shop the rest of our Richard Mille watches today!
*Call to inquire about our Felipe Massa Richard Mille’s at (212) 354-1808.
