Watch Paparazzi

Royal Khalifa Bin Hamad spotted wearing Richard Mille

In the world of luxury watches, few brands are as highly sought after as Richard Mille. Known for their high-tech materials, innovative designs and eye-watering price tags, Richard Mille watches are the ultimate status symbol for the discerning collector.

And it seems that even members of Middle Eastern royalty are not immune to the allure of these exclusive timepieces. Recently, the son of the former ruler of Qatar Khalifa Bin Hamad was spotted sporting a Richard Mille RM59-01 Tourbillon "Yohan Blake" watch, complete with a sleek black strap.

Limited to just 50 pieces worldwide, this particular model is not for the faint-hearted when it comes to price. With a UK recommended retail price of £430,000, it's clear that only the most exclusive and affluent clients will have the pleasure of owning one.

But what makes the RM59-01 Tourbillon "Yohan Blake" so special? For starters, it's named after the Jamaican Olympic sprinter who collaborated with Richard Mille on its design. The watch features a unique asymmetrical case shape and is made from high-tech materials such as carbon nanotubes and grade 5 titanium.

But it's the intricate details that set this watch apart. The tourbillon cage, for example, is made from a single piece of carbon fibre, while the dial features Blake's signature in bright green. Meanwhile, the black rubber strap is designed to resemble a tyre tread, a nod to Blake's lightning-fast sprinting abilities.

For those lucky enough to own one of the 50 RM59-01 Tourbillon "Yohan Blake" watches, it's not just a timepiece. It's a statement of wealth, taste and exclusivity that few other objects can match.