The Excalibur Bi-Retrograde Calendar by Roger Dubuis

This year, Roger Dubuis celebrates its 30th anniversary, and for the occasion, the company pays tribute to its co-founder’s favourite complication: the bi-retrograde display.

This function, previously featured in the Excalibur Grande Complication alongside a dozen other highly complex mechanisms, takes centre stage once again. The Maison has also introduced a less complicated, more classic edition to further honour the bi-retrograde display.

Also referred to as “the ecliptic counters” by the Maison a nod to their elliptical shape and distinctive role in indicating the months and date the design showcases a symmetrical dial layout. Enhanced by refined detailing, it pays homage to the Maison’s early creations from 1996.

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Introducing Bulgari's Striking Artistry: Unveiling the Octo Finissimo Tourbillon in Marble for Only Watch 2023

A Unique Blend of History, Art, and Innovation: Bulgari's Miniaturization Mastery Transforms Marble into a Spectacular Timepiece

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30.06.2023

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Italian luxury brand Bulgari presents an exceptional feat of watchmaking artistry: a one-off Octo Finissimo Tourbillon created for the Only Watch 2023 charity auction. In a magnificent display of ingenuity and tradition, this iconic watch is now reimagined in a unique and challenging material – marble.

Renowned for its mastery of miniaturization, Bulgari once again demonstrates its technical prowess by encasing the Octo Finissimo Tourbillon in marble, a material deeply associated with the realms of art, architecture, and the brand's own historical roots.

Pushing the Boundaries of Creativity and Innovation

The Octo Finissimo's case, is meticulously adorned with a thin layer of marble, creating a visually harmonious display. The dial also features a wafer-thin (0.6-mm) marble slice, showcasing Bulgari's skillful execution of minute details. The bracelet's intricate work required hours of careful crafting, each link adorned with a marble sliver, leaving only the interior surface in black DLC titanium.

The marble of choice, Verde Alpi, hails from the Aosta Valley, a natural passage linking Switzerland and Italy. Its dominant green color, symbolizing abundance, growth, and energy, is beautifully offset with white veins, reminiscent of serpentine paths and snowy peaks in alpine forests.

A Testament to Bulgari's History and Dedication

The use of marble is a nod to Bulgari's deep connection to Roman traditions, where marble was a symbol of luxury and artistic prowess. The Octo Finissimo, in its marble incarnation, connects this historic significance with Bulgari's pursuit of avant-garde watchmaking, thus blurring the lines between classic artistry and modern technical achievements.

Specifying the Spectacular: The Octo Finissimo Tourbillon in Marble

The Octo Finissimo Tourbillon for Only Watch is a testament to Bulgari's technical mastery and innovative spirit. Its specifications reveal the extent of this prowess:

Technical specifications: Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon in Marble for Only Watch 2023

Case: black DLC titanium polished case and bracelet covered with green marble layer of 0.4 - 0.5mm; transparent caseback. Rose gold plated hands. Rose gold crown with black ceramic insert.
Diameter: 40 mm
Height: 6 mm
Water resistance: 30 metres

Dial: Dial covered with a 0.6mm layer of Verde di Alpi green marble — Gold-plated hands

Movement: BVL 268 hand-wound manufacture ultra-thin mechanical movement with flying tourbillon, 1.95 mm thick
Power reserve: 52 hour
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3Hz) frequency
Functions: Hours and minutes