Introduction
Originally released in 2014, the Bulgari Octo Finissimo burst onto the watchmaking scene as Bulgari's latest entrant into the world of angular integrated bracelet timepieces inspired by Gerald Genta's signature design language. Since then, the Octo Finissimo has been Bulgari's most often-used vehicle for horological innovation. A great display of that very horological prowess, the Octo Finissimo Chronograph ref. 103278 that we have here blends a visually unique and aesthetically progressive black-out design with an impressive ceramic construction and a mesmerizingly thin BVL 318 movement. Released in 2019 with its stealthy black dial and construction, as well as an incredible movement, this Octo Finissimo wears almost invisibly on the wrist, with its 5.5mm ceramic case being both light and incredibly compact.
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Grade
M 10
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$12,000 – $15,000
The Details
Brand
Bulgari
Dimensions
40mm x 5.15mm
Model
Octo Finissimo Chronograph
Movement
Automatic cal. BVL 318
Reference
103278
Bracelet
Ceramic
Year
2020
Condition
New
Material
Ceramic
Included
Watch, Box and Papers
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Featuring a black-out dial, the Octo's hands, hour markers and subdials all blend in with its black ceramic case and bracelet for a stealthy monochromatic experience on the wrist.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Amazingly thin as per Bulgari's innovative efforts as of late, this example is just 5.5mm tall and wears on the wrist unlike any other watch you are likely to have worn.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
Watch is new and unworn.
Our Perspective
Capable of celebrating Genta's iconic design language while simultaneously slingshotting Bulgari into the pantheon of great modern watchmakers, the Octo Finissimo signals an exciting time for the Italian brand as they explore areas of watchmaking that were once only available to brands like the Holy Trinity and other high-level watchmakers.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
