Who Owns Richard Mille? Unveiling the Power Behind the Prestige
Richard Mille isn’t just a watch — it’s a status symbol worn by the world’s elite, from Rafael Nadal and Pharrell Williams to billionaires and royalty. But behind the futuristic cases and jaw-dropping price tags lies a story of ownership, partnership, and purpose.
So… who really owns Richard Mille? Let’s break it down.
👤 Richard Mille: The Man Behind the Brand
The brand was founded in 2001 by French entrepreneur Richard Mille, who had decades of experience in luxury watchmaking (including time at Mauboussin and Matra). His goal? To create the Formula 1 of watches — combining cutting-edge materials, technical complexity, and extreme exclusivity.
Richard Mille is still actively involved in the brand’s identity, image, and innovation today.
🏢 Who Controls the Brand?
While Richard Mille is the public face, the brand is co-owned and operated through strategic partnerships:
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Horometrie SA (Les Breuleux, Switzerland) is the official manufacturer of Richard Mille watches.
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The brand has deep industrial ties with Dominique Guenat (owner of Guenat S.A. Montres Valgine), who was a co-founder and key shareholder.
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Richard Mille also collaborates closely with APR&P (Audemars Piguet Renaud et Papi), the technical powerhouse behind many of its advanced movements.
Bottom line: Richard Mille is a privately held, independent brand — something rare and powerful in today’s luxury market.
💎 Is Richard Mille Owned by a Group Like LVMH or Richemont?
No.
Richard Mille is not owned by a conglomerate. Unlike brands under Richemont (e.g., Cartier, IWC) or LVMH (e.g., Hublot, TAG Heuer), Richard Mille has remained independent — allowing it full creative and pricing control.
This independence is a key reason for its limited production, exclusivity, and innovation.
🔥 Why Richard Mille Matters in the Luxury Watch World
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Limited Production: Only ~5,000 watches made per year
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Celebrity Backing: Worn by Nadal, Jay-Z, Bubba Watson, and more
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Cutting-Edge Materials: Carbon TPT, titanium, graphene, and LITAL® alloy
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Sky-High Prices: Most models range from $150,000 to $2 million+
“If you have to ask the price, you’re not ready for a Richard Mille.”
– A common saying in the watch world
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