The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar returns in a new monochromatic interpretation that combines the collection’s signature ultra-thin architecture with a deep blue aesthetic.
Introduced as Ref. 104262, the latest version follows previous evolutions of the model in carbon gold and rose gold, while remaining faithful to the record-breaking perpetual calendar first unveiled in 2021 and awarded the Aiguille d’Or at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève.
The new model explores a more restrained and contemporary visual language through the use of blue PVD-treated titanium throughout the case and dial.
The extra-thin case retains the familiar Octo Finissimo architecture, with its distinctive interplay of geometric surfaces and sharp angles.
Crafted from sandblasted titanium with a blue PVD treatment, it measures 40 mm in diameter and just 5.80 mm in thickness.
The monochromatic appearance is complemented by a polished stainless-steel crown fitted with a black ceramic insert, while the transparent caseback offers a view of the movement. Water resistance is rated to 3 ATM (30 metres / 100 feet).
The blue varnished dial continues the tone-on-tone approach while maintaining the excellent legibility that has characterised the model since its debut. Despite the amount of information displayed, the layout remains remarkably clear and balanced.
Grey rhodium-plated hands and silvered indexes provide subtle contrast against the blue background, while the perpetual calendar indications display the day, month, retrograde date and leap-year cycle.
Powering the watch is the Manufacture Calibre BVL 305, an automatic movement measuring only 2.75 mm in thickness. Developed entirely in-house, it combines extreme thinness with a perpetual calendar mechanism capable of automatically accounting for the varying lengths of months and leap years.
Operating at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz), the movement delivers a power reserve of approximately 60 hours.
The watch is paired with a matching blue alligator leather strap secured by a polished titanium pin buckle.
The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar Ref. 104262 is priced at €76,000. bulgari.com
