Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton was spotted casually strolling through the paddock during the British Grand Prix, his home race, wearing a luxury watch valued at $1.5 million — a rare piece from the collaboration between Richard Mille and Ferrari.
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Sir Lewis Hamilton turned heads at Silverstone not just for his return to the British circuit but also for his stylish outfit and high-end accessories. The seven-time F1 world champion arrived in the paddock wearing a sleeveless burgundy outfit with a shiny fabric that reflected the British sun — a look that combined haute couture with his well-known confidence and boldness.
Globally recognized for his daring style and talent on the track, Hamilton once again merged fashion with performance. The highlight, however, was on his wrist: the exclusive Richard Mille RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari, one of the most expensive and technologically advanced watches on the market today.
Estimated at around $1.5 million, the RM 43-01 is the result of the latest collaboration between Richard Mille and Scuderia Ferrari. Unlike the previous model, which featured a slim and discreet design, the RM 43-01 takes a bold approach, with a robust build and high-performance mechanics — attributes directly drawn from the world of elite motorsport.
The piece features a 43 mm wide case, 17.1 mm thick, and over 51 mm lug-to-lug, giving it an imposing presence on the wrist. It comes in two finishes: one with a titanium and Carbon TPT mid-case, and another fully made of Carbon TPT — materials widely used in high-performance racing cars.
At the heart of the watch is the sophisticated RM43-01 manual-winding movement, featuring a flying tourbillon and a split-seconds chronograph operated by double column wheels. Other highlights include a power reserve indicator, torque indicator, and a functional crown mode display with winding, neutral, and hand-setting modes. All of this can be viewed through the transparent dial and caseback, showcasing the model’s complex engineering — the result of three years of technical development.
In line with Ferrari’s identity, the design incorporates elements inspired by the brand’s hypercars. The hour markers resemble air intakes from Scuderia models, while the miniature engraved logo evokes the shape of the Ferrari 499P wing from Le Mans. With production limited to just 75 units of each version, the watch is as exclusive as it is impressive.
Hamilton, an admitted collector of rare machines and luxury items, wore the RM 43-01 not as a show of wealth, but as an authentic expression of his personality. Like his race cars and fashion choices, the watch is powerful, technical, and unique — a piece that perfectly reflects the world of performance, exclusivity, and style that surrounds the British driver on and off the track.
Source and images: LuxuryLaunches | Instagram @lewishamilton | @richardmille. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
