Bulgari Octo Tourbillon Baselworld 2014 Overview

MTF · 2014-04-01T08:06:12Z

Explore Bulgari s 2014 Baselworld novelties, including the ultra-thin Octo Tourbillon, updated Serpenti, and the new Lucea range. See live photos and initial impressions.

MTF's live report from Baselworld 2014 offers a captivating first look at Bulgari's new releases, showcasing the brand's evolving horological ambition. His initial impressions and candid photos provide a valuable snapshot of the innovations and design directions Bulgari was pursuing a decade ago, particularly with the ultra-thin Octo and updated Serpenti lines. This post remains relevant for understanding Bulgari's trajectory in the luxury watch market.

Here are some of the stunning new watches seen at Baselworld 2014 at the Bulgari exhibit as I walkabout.

The bigger report will come soon from our colleagues.

Guido Terreni and Bulgari get serious about horology
Can you see a glimpse of the watch on his wrist?

The Ultra thin Octo movement and watch. More later.

Bulgari Roma gets an update with a fine mechanical movement

One of the two stars for Bulgari in 2014: Octo Tourbillon is the thinnest

Yes that is thin.........

This super complicated Bulgari would be fine for an admiral. It has constant force mechanism, marine chronometer-style escapement, column spiral and four gong Westminster chime minute repeater function.....egads!

Can you guess where the minute repeater "pusher" or "slider" is?

No? it ain't got one! For 30m water resistance...something else was done.

A lot of air around the movement too for sound quality and to emphasise the four gongs.

Best seller Serpenti is updated

New BZero.1 with better straps and contemporary finish.

My old BZero.1 is a little dated now........

New Lucea or LVCEA range incorporates four different motifs from the Bulgari history to create the impossible: a contemporary iconic watch that is merely round.

Can you spot the elements used?

Finally, the highest jewels meet watches for the ladies in 2014

All the gems move when stroked or the wrist is moved.

We have a video for next time...........

Enjoy.

Key Points from the Discussion

The Bulgari ROMA 130th Anniversary editions feature a hand-wound Calibre BVL 131M movement with 72-hour power reserve, housed in a 39mm case without a date display, available in pink gold or white gold with blue, black, or white lacquered dials.
The absence of a date display on the new Bulgari ROMA is a welcome design choice for some collectors, despite the high price point.
The Octo line is highly appreciated, while the Serpenti with ceramic inserts receives a less favorable reaction.

The Discussion

foversta

Apr 2, 2014

Am I dreaming or the Roma now comes without a date window?

If it is the case, it would be great news! Thanks Melvyn for the pics! Fx

MTF

Apr 3, 2014

Bulgari ROMA 130th Anniversary editions

No date display on the new Bulgari ROMA 130th Anniversary watches with Live photos at Baselworld 2014. BVLGARI ROMA 130TH ANNIVERSARY EDITIONS Manufacture movement, mechanical hand-wound Calibre BVL 131M; two barrels. 131 parts, hand bevelling and finishing 21 jewels; 28,800 vph (4Hz); 72-hour power reserve Polished 18K pink gold or white case, 39 mm in diameter, engraved bezel; sapphire caseback; 7.15 mm thick, water-resistant to 50 m Blue lacquered and polished dial for the 18K white gold vers

foversta

Apr 4, 2014

I love the WG version with blue dial...

I phoned to Bulgari today to have the price and well... my enthusiasm decreased a bit! Anyway, what a pleasure to see the ROMA without the date display! Fx

Gonzalo

Apr 2, 2014

Love the Octo, hate the Serpenti with ceramic incerts..

Bulgari Octo Tourbillon Baselworld 2014 Overview

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