Bulgari - Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic

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Bulgari adds a fifth world record to its impressive collection: the thinnest ever mechanical chronograph in watchmaking history.

Unveiled at Baselworld 2019, the new Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic is another demonstration of Bulgari’s skills in Haute Horlogerie.

Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic

Its unique case, neither round nor square, houses an integrated chronograph movement with GMT function which is only 3.3 mm thick. The record is particularly impressive considering that the BVL 318 calibre is also self-winding. The use of a peripheral mass significantly contributed to limit the overall thickness of the movement. The power reserve is 55 hours. It is visible through the transparent sapphire crystal case back.

The 42 mm (diameter) x 6.90 mm (thickness) case is crafted from titanium with a special sandblasting treatment which makes the surfaces smooth as silk. The titanium crown is enhanced by a ceramic insert.

The dial is well organized with a useful GMT function that allows one to set the local time with a button at 9 o'clock. The home time is indicated on the subcounter at 3 o'clock: thanks to its 24-hour graduation, it also indicates day or night.

The chronograph minutes counter is positioned at 6 o'clock, while small seconds are readable at 9 o'clock.

Completed by a sandblasted titanium bracelet with folding clasp, this new model is water-resistant up to 30 meters / 100 feet.

The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph GMT Automatic Ref. 103068 an impressive timepiece that combines contemporary design, technical innovation, and the use of high-tech materials. Its price is Euro 17,400. bulgari.com