By John Ogunsemore
Man of the moment, Davido on Tuesday shared a photo of his recently-acquired Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren luxury wrist watch.
The Afrobeats sensation has been trending on social media, especially X, since his comment on an American podcast that the Nigerian economy is in a shambles.
The Awuke crooner alleged after his appearance on the podcast went viral that attempts were being made to stop his December show in Nigeria because of the remark.
Amid the controversy generated by the remark, Davido shared a photo of his exotic timepiece, which generated interest from many fans.
Below are quick facts about the luxury wristwatch:
1.The Richard Mille RM 011 is one of the most iconic watches from the luxury Swiss watchmaker, blending innovative engineering, cutting-edge materials, and a bold design. Davido’s piece, Richard Mille RM 11-03 McLaren, is a collaborative masterpiece between Richard Mille and the British automotive brand McLaren Automotive, designed to embody the high-performance spirit of both brands.
2.The RM 011 series is a high-luxury item, typically priced between $100,000 and north of $300,000, depending on materials and exclusivity. Davido’s piece is priced at $390,000, according to information gleaned from Chrono24.
3.The series was first introduced in 2007, as a tribute to Formula 1 legend Felipe Massa, integrating motorsport aesthetics and performance features. Notable editions include the RM 011 Felipe Massa dedicated to Massa with various limited editions; RM 11-03 which is a refined successor featuring upgrades in materials and functionality; and special collaborations including designs celebrating events or partnerships, such as the Le Mans Classic edition. Davido’s piece is the RM 11-03 McLaren, which was unveiled at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show.
4.It’s a limited edition; only 500 pieces were produced, making it highly exclusive.
5.This masterpiece boasts of cool features too.
Movement: It houses the Caliber RMAC3, an automatic flyback chronograph with a 55-hour power reserve.
The skeletonized design ensures the intricate movement is visible through the transparent sapphire crystal.
The case is made of Carbon TPT® and Orange Quartz TPT, giving it a striking orange-and-black color scheme reminiscent of McLaren’s signature colors. These materials ensure lightness, strength, and durability.
The pushers and crown were inspired by the design of McLaren car components. Pushers resemble McLaren’s headlights and the crown mimics a McLaren wheel rim.
