LeBron James' RM 65-01 'King James' looks wild on the surface but wait till you see what it can do

Time of India

6 days ago

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LeBron James is no stranger to breaking molds, and his latest move proves it again. The RM 65-01 'King James' watch, unveiled in New York, is bursting with color and confidence. But look closer, and you'll find this collaboration is anything but superficial.
Packed with one of Richard Mille's most intricate movements, this piece takes performance—and storytelling—to a whole new level.
Richard Mille combines Lakers flair and precision engineering in the RM 65-01 King James edition
LeBron's RM 65-01 "King James" is a splash of bright Lakers yellow, purple, green, and icy-blue highlights—yet its design has deeper origins. Set in carbon TPT with a Quartz TPT center case, it displays his signature logo at 12 o'clock and features a neon-pink engraving on the caseback that reads 001/150.
This piece was introduced at Fanatics Fest in New York, where LeBron teased its arrival with 'Had to debut this special Richard Mille piece … 01/150!'.
On the outside, the RM 65-01 appears to be a supercar dashboard—and it really is. Underneath the dazzling zircon, you'll find a split-seconds chronograph along with a highly advanced automatic movement—one of Richard Mille's most complicated creations to date. The durable carbon case and TPT materials aren't just for looks—they're made to withstand harsh conditions.
This timepiece is not just a status symbol; it functions like a high-performing athlete: precise, strong, and engineered for excellence.
LeBron has joined a prestigious lineup—Rafael Nadal, Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc—who have all embraced RM's high-performance mindset. This is actually LeBron's first collaboration with RM since his 2013 Royal Oak Offshore with Audemars Piguet, a watch that played a key role in establishing his cultural significance in luxury timepieces.
Now, in 2025, he's making a comeback with a collaboration that showcases his athletic excellence and mechanical flair.
The RM 65-01 "King James" stands out as more than a collector's item—it's a powerful statement. Priced at about $450,000 and limited to just 150 pieces, its rarity, remarkable technical achievements, and lively LeBron branding put it in a league of its own among the most audacious watchmaking endeavors.
Whether you appreciate its hue, engineering, or heritage, this watch represents a fresh chapter: LeBron is not merely in luxury, but is redefining it.
The RM 65-01 "King James" by LeBron is not just about making it clear that he is a proud Laker, but it is also about making the borders of grand horology. Having the best materials, an intense movement as well as a mere 150 pieces that have been produced, this watch is made to handle strain under pressure just like GMT Hamilton.
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In a world of fame and talent as combined, this watch indicates that LeBron does not leave the basketball court alone and that its influence can be felt in each and every tick.
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