**OFFICIAL RICHARD MILLE PIC THREAD (and daily snap shots)**

[Colin W]

Originally Posted by texex91

Yes, BUT, there are two (loose) base plates that are in between the watch case and the strap connector. If you don't have those aligned and in the proper direction, it's a nightmare.

Also, had my AD send me the RM tool to make the changes.

Looking good Paul 👏
Have you got any pics with the strap detached so we can see how it goes together?
Do you need two RM screwdriver tools too detach the strap screws? I guess the screws are similar to AP ROO i.e. in two parts that screw together.
Cheers

[texex91]

Originally Posted by Colin W

Looking good Paul ��
Have you got any pics with the strap detached so we can see how it goes together?
Do you need two RM screwdriver tools too detach the strap screws? I guess the screws are similar to AP ROO i.e. in two parts that screw together.
Cheers

Only need one screw driver (Screws come out from top). Sorry for bad pics, but best I could do:

[jschmidtdmd]

Nice tutorial!!!!

[Hairdude1]

Originally Posted by texex91

Only need one screw driver (Screws come out from top). Sorry for bad pics, but best I could do:

[jschmidtdmd]

I had to open the safe for masters weekend

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[texex91]

Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

I had to open the safe for masters weekend

Bubba thanks you! Love the Master's week!

[jschmidtdmd]

and as promised last weekend, a few of the team:

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[texex91]

Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

and as promised last weekend, a few of the team:

That is an RM threesome that is damn sexy.

STUNNING DOC

[Colin W]

Originally Posted by texex91

Only need one screw driver (Screws come out from top). Sorry for bad pics, but best I could do:

Thanks Paul - that clears that one up for me. I guess the metal base plate is only present in the NTPT case watches to give a good strong connection of the strap to the thin case material. RM certainly know how to engineer these little details which are so important for overall durability of the watch 👍

[texex91]

Originally Posted by Colin W

Thanks Paul - that clears that one up for me. I guess the metal base plate is only present in the NTPT case watches to give a good strong connection of the strap to the thin case material. RM certainly know how to engineer these little details which are so important for overall durability of the watch 👍

[Bigbadbns]

Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

and as promised last weekend, a few of the team:

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[conkers]

They have made a lot of progress on their strap/case interface and strap quality in the early days. I think I must have had to replace the silk-like strap on my first RM (a 5) every 3-4 months. This is going back to 2003 if memory serves.

[fmc000]

Originally Posted by jschmidtdmd

and as promised last weekend, a few of the team:

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Holy s..t!!!

[SMD]

Originally Posted by texex91

Strap change up (black from red) for a quick office visit...

Love the Nadal but never really liked the NTPT until this picture. I was clearly wrong it's amazing!

[texex91]

Originally Posted by SMD

Love the Nadal but never really liked the NTPT until this picture. I was clearly wrong it's amazing!

My favorite weekend for golf is here...

[Headshrinker]

Just visiting; Paul and Fabio you have me drooling at the sight of your watches. They are truly state of the art.

[fmc000]

Originally Posted by Headshrinker

Just visiting; Paul and Fabio you have me drooling at the sight of your watches. They are truly state of the art.

LOL thanks, but I was just quoting John's (jschmidtdmd) post. You have to congratulate him for his watch taste.

[Samui]

What do you guys think about the sapphire being AR coated on both sides. I wasnt happy to learn this as with time I imagine the coating will be scratched and stained with time.

[texex91]

Originally Posted by Samui

What do you guys think about the sapphire being AR coated on both sides. I wasnt happy to learn this as with time I imagine the coating will be scratched and stained with time.

No issues whatsoever on any RM I've owned.

[conkers]

No issues in over 10 years of rm ownership.

[conkers]

Awesome! 8 pieces.

[texex91]

Originally Posted by conkers

Awesome! 8 pieces.

Now we are talking Roger.

I didn't know if I'd like NTPT, but after owning one, it's my favorite RM case hands down.

[Racerdj]

Originally Posted by texex91

[jschmidtdmd]

That's gorgeous roger!!!!

[fmc000]

Originally Posted by conkers

Awesome! 8 pieces.

That's absolutely out of this world. And the case should be less than 40mm wide. Perfection.

[conkers]

Still a 400k watch even after discount. Will wait for a used one to surface i think!

[texex91]

Originally Posted by conkers

Still a 400k watch even after discount. Will wait for a used one to surface i think!

Come on Roger--let's get them to give that HUGE VIP discount NOW.

[texex91]

Back to red strap for weekend

[el1125]

Originally Posted by texex91

Back to red strap for weekend

Very nice. That's my favorite strap color on this watch!

[texex91]

Originally Posted by el1125

Very nice. That's my favorite strap color on this watch!

I agree. While is VERY casual, it's a perfect color balance. The black strap is certainly appropriate in the office setting and makes the 035 a completely different watch IMHO.