Style: Men
Grade: Super Clone
Movement: Modified manual-winding true tourbillon (VS Real: CRMT7 Tourbillon)
Gem: Synthetic ruby（VS Real: Natural high-purity ruby)
Function: Manual-winding tourbillon, Small Seconds, W-N-H gear position indicator needle
Length (lug-to-lug): 48.15 mm
Case width (excluding crown): 40.5 mm
Thickness: 16.65 mm（VS Real: 16.15 mm）
Weight: 121.5g (VS Real: 120 g) (includes Rubber Strap )
Dial: A smiley face precision-crafted using a high-precision 5-axis CNC micro-engraving machine
(VS Real: A "smile" expression handcrafted from 3N gold)
Bezel: Sapphire colored Pink via high-temperature ion implantation
(VS Real: Monolithically grown Pink sapphire crystal and metal oxide)
Side: Sapphire colored Pink via high-temperature ion implantation
(VS Real: Monolithically grown Pink sapphire crystal and metal oxide)
Case Back: Sapphire colored Pink via high-temperature ion implantation
(VS Real: Monolithically grown Pink sapphire crystal and metal oxide)
Crown: Extra-thick 5N red gold plating (smile symbol) + Two-tone rubber O-ring
(VS Real: Micro-sculpted 5N red gold smile symbol )
Spline Screws: Grade 2 Titanium (VS Real: Grade 5 Titanium)
Shape: Tonneau
Strap: White Sulphur-Cured Rubber
Clasp: Two-tone, Extra-thick 5N red gold plating + Grade 2 titanium Double Deployant Clasp
(VS Real: Two-tone, 5N red gold + Grade 5 titanium Double Deployant Clasp)
Power Reserve: 40 H (VS Real: 50 H)
Water Resistance: 10 m（VS Real: 50 m)
Material: Synthetic sapphire crystal (Al₂O₃), Extra-thick 5N red gold plating, Grade 2 Titanium (Clasp &Screws)
Luminous: Luminous pointer
Box: Original papers, Original box, Original parts, Warranty, Limited edition
Description
Richard Mille RM 88 Pink Sapphire Smiley Super Clone, True Tourbillon, John Studio Custom Edition Replica Watch.
RM 88 Smiley Pink Sapphire
The RM 88 Smiley Pink Sapphire is essentially a "secret menu" item that the brand does not officially acknowledge; while the company publicly launched a white ceramic version of the RM 88 Smiley (limited to 50 pieces), this Pink Sapphire variant is classified internally as a "Special Order" and would never be listed in the standard product catalog. With only two units in existence worldwide, this model is the product of exclusive, behind-closed-doors arrangements reserved for the world's top-tier collectors—such as royalty and ultra-wealthy tycoons. Consequently, from the perspective of appreciating a masterpiece of high-end horology, opting for this super clone version allows the average watch enthusiast to experience a toy of the ultra-rich at a fraction of the cost.
3D Miniature Theatrical Scene
Within a compact space measuring less than 4 cm in diameter and just over ten millimeters in thickness, this creation unfolds as a lightweight, precious-metal micro-sculpted theatrical scene.
1. Positioned just above the center of the dial is a "smile" symbol crafted from 3N gold; its surface features alternating micro-sandblasted and high-polish finishes, creating a rich, three-dimensional effect.
2. Located at the 6 o'clock position is a small cloud crafted from white gold, featuring an ultra-fine micro-sandblasted finish; the high-speed rotating tourbillon cage is perfectly concealed behind this cloud.
3. Hovering above the white gold cloud is a composition of a small gold sun and a lightning bolt; this assembly is directly connected to the tourbillon's axis, with the lightning bolt serving as a seconds hand that rotates fully every 60 seconds.
4. On the left side, a pink flamingo and a rainbow appear; a pink flamingo stands on one leg at the 7 o'clock position, with a semicircular, multicolored rainbow arching overhead and spanning half the dial.
5. On the right side, a cactus, a pineapple, and a parasol are featured; a vibrant green cactus stands at the 3 o'clock position, with a golden tropical pineapple resting at its base, while a fully opened beach parasol stands right beside them, infusing the entire dial with a rich vacation atmosphere.
6. The base consists of a highly open-worked movement bridge crafted from 5N red gold; supporting all these micro-sculpted elements, it encircles the edge of the dial like a golden ribbon.
Craftsmanship: Genuine vs Super-Clone
Genuine Product
The bezel, case middle, and case back are all crafted from transparent pink sapphire. Boasting a Mohs hardness of 9—second only to diamond—this material requires ultrasonic equipment and diamond tools, as well as months of continuous, micron-level precision machining, to take shape. The watch is powered by the CRMT7 tourbillon movement, which is ingeniously concealed behind a white gold cloud motif positioned at 6 o'clock.
The 3D miniature theatrical scene at the center of the dial is entirely handcrafted; every component has been hollowed out and machined to an extreme degree of thinness—for instance, the entire flamingo weighs a mere 0.2 grams. This is followed by meticulous micro-engraving to capture details such as the layered feather textures on the flamingo, the hair-fine, slightly raised spines on the cacti, and the diamond-patterned skin of the pineapple. Finally, coloring is achieved through PVD coating and hand-painting with polymer-based pigments; the seven colors of the rainbow, for example, require seven separate applications to deposit the distinct hues with micron-level precision, while the gradient effects on the parasol and flamingo are meticulously rendered stroke by stroke under a microscope using specialized, ultra-fine brushes.
This Top-Tier Replica
1:1 Sapphire crystal case + High-precision CNC micron-level industrial engraving + Multi-layer thick plating of genuine gold + Hand-painted miniature details under a microscope
1, The bezel, case middle, and case back are all crafted from genuine sapphire crystal, requiring weeks of precision machining and polishing using diamond tools and 5-axis CNC machines. The super clone watch houses a true tourbillon movement featuring a highly skeletonized, red-gold-plated decorative bridge. The crown offers a functional gear-selection mechanism, linked to a W-N-H status indicator at the 3 o'clock position on the dial.
2, The dial features a brass base crafted using high-definition 3D scan data from the genuine RM 88 and a high-precision 5-axis CNC micro-engraving machine. Under a microscope, alloy drill bits finer than a human hair are used to meticulously carve intricate patterns—such as the flamingo's feather textures, the pineapple's diamond grid, and the 3D contours of the iconic "3N gold" smiling face at the center—directly into the brass.
3, The engraved brass smiley base undergoes a manual micro-bead blasting process; it is placed in a specialized micro-blasting machine where ultra-fine glass beads bombard the surface to eliminate glare, achieving the same premium matte finish found on the authentic model. To ensure the smiley face on this super clone RM 88 pink sapphire radiates the refined, soft luster characteristic of precious metals, the brass base is immersed in a costly chemical gold-salt solution for multi-layer, heavy real-gold electroplating. The plating solution is precisely formulated to match the warm yellow hue of 18K 3N gold.
4, To achieve colors that most closely resemble the genuine, this super clone is hand-painted by artisans using 40x magnification microscopes. For instance, the machine-engraved flamingo body receives a heavy plating of 5N red gold; an artisan then uses a single-hair wolf-hair brush dipped in polymer paint to meticulously outline the pink gradient feathers, black beak, and eyes, ensuring absolute precision with no color bleeding at the edges. The tiny spines on the green cactus are individually picked out using an ultra-fine needle tip, while the cocktail glass and straw at the 3 o'clock position are rendered with UV-curing resin to create a crystal-clear liquid and glass-like texture. Finally, the painted components are placed into a precision micro-oven to cure the finish, thereby preventing aging and discoloration.
To compare the detailing of this reference against our broader manufacturing lineage, explore the full collection of 1:1 Super Clone Richard Mille for a side-by-side aesthetic evaluation.
Low-end Replica
The entire case is made of tinted mineral glass, colored pink through the addition of chemical agents during firing. Its drawbacks include extremely poor scratch resistance and an uneven molecular structure that often results in tiny internal air bubbles or ripple-like imperfections. Typically, the case measures 18.5–19mm in thickness and weighs over 160g. The "smiley face" at the center is usually made of thin-plated stainless steel; it is never crafted from brass via five-axis precision machining—nor does it feature genuine gold plating—but is instead mass-produced using ABS industrial plastic via injection molding. Due to this mass-production process, details are lost upon close inspection: the flamingo's wings appear as a flat, featureless blob of plastic without any feather texture, and the cactus is merely a smooth, bare cylinder. Issues such as color bleeding, ink overflow, and misalignment at the edges are common; ultimately, it is a trendy "toy watch."
Pink Sapphire
Strictly speaking, both the genuine article and this super clone RM 88 Pink Sapphire are made of industrially synthesized sapphire with a Mohs hardness of 9—composed primarily of aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃)—meaning they are inherently colorless and transparent; the difference lies simply in the method used to produce the green coloration.
The genuine Pink Sapphire RM 88 is created in a state-of-the-art crystal laboratory using the highly complex Verneuil process (flame fusion). In a furnace operating at temperatures exceeding 2,000°C, trace amounts of specific metal oxides (such as chromium, iron, and titanium)—measured with micron-level precision—are fused directly into the sapphire's molecular crystal lattice. The crystal requires several weeks to "grow" extremely slowly within a controlled vacuum environment; consequently, the pink coloration and the sapphire crystal are formed as a single, integrated unit.
Due to cost constraints, it is not feasible to develop a dedicated semiconductor-grade crystal growth furnace capable of reaching 2,000°C for this Pink Sapphire RM 88 super clone; instead, a high-temperature ion-implantation coloring technique is employed to apply the pink hue to the material.
How do I spot the difference pink sapphire ?
Under standard indoor lighting, because genuine sapphire material is used—resulting in similar refractive indices—the pink hue of this RM 88 Smiley super clone achieves a level of realism exceeding 95%; indeed, it is difficult to distinguish the difference at a glance with the naked eye.
In authentic timepieces, the pink hue is infused directly into the sapphire's molecular structure; when intense outdoor sunlight strikes the case—passing through its curved tonneau-shaped sides, screw-hole edges, and sharp angles—it reveals a uniform, lustrous pink glow. Light flows naturally within the case, creating a refined, three-dimensional pink effect. In contrast, direct sunlight ruthlessly exposes the flaws of replica cases: uneven distribution of the pink pigment causes slight light scattering as the light passes through, resulting in a noticeably inferior luster and translucency. Consequently, it is best to avoid wearing them in harsh light—though this is not an issue in environments like nightclubs or indoor settings.
Daily Care Guide
1. Avoid strenuous activity: While the John-Studio Super Clone series features genuine tourbillon movements and the top-of-the-line KIF shock-resistant system—designed to faithfully reproduce the 1:1 visual aesthetics—the shock-resistant system only protects the balance wheel assembly; the overall shock resistance of the watch is a more complex engineering feat. Wearing them during strenuous activities (such as badminton, basketball, or golf) can subject them to strong, sudden impacts. Such impacts could cause the tourbillon axle to break, the balance wheel to seize, or the hairspring to deform or shift.
2. Do not submerge in water: In reality, whether it is the genuine article or this RM 88 Smiley pink sapphire super clone, the watch is designed to withstand only everyday splashes and sweat, Do not wear it while swimming, showering, or exposing it to warm water. This is because hardness is not synonymous with toughness; sapphire crystal has a crystalline structure and possesses absolutely no elasticity. If one were to attempt to achieve high water resistance by overtightening the titanium screws on the three-layer sapphire case, the material's extreme rigidity—preventing it from deforming to dissipate localized torque—would cause the case to shatter instantly like glass during the tightening process.
Manufacturer: John Studio Levels Up
Product code: RM 88 Smiley Pink Sapphire Super Clone
Material provider: Swiss
Assembly Origin: China
Production Date: February 2026
