The Baseplate, a crucial component of any timepiece — RICHARD MILLE

The baseplate of a watch can be compared to the chassis of a car. It serves as the foundation on which the engine and transmission are mounted. In watchmaking, these are the bridges and gears which bring the movement to life. The baseplate is a crucial component of any timepiece, but for Richard Mille, the challenge is even greater due to the brand's reputation for impact-resistant calibres. It must be rigid enough to securely hold the components in place while also allowing a degree of flexibility to withstand the extreme shocks that the Brand's watches undergo in laboratory testing.