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The Bulgari Octo: Not a “crazy eight”!

 
 By: 219 : November 24th, 2014-04:05
[The Bulgari Octo photographed at the Bulgari Hotel Knightsbridge] When I was given the chance to review the Bulgari Octo, their (relatively) new steel watch and bracelet, there were the usual doubts about the watch. How far is this a fashion item; or how...  

Great post Andrew!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : November 24th, 2014-05:39
I recently tried on the Black dial Octo in steel bracelet and I really like it. The comfort and looks of the bracelet is really a big plus for me. I also like the black lacquered dial of the Octo a lot. The only thing I'm not so sure about is the 12 and 6... 

Many thanks for the kind words. I actually think the 12 and the 6 work

 
 By: 219 : December 7th, 2014-13:28
although I can see the merits of just a straight dial with markers. Andrew H

Solid watch, Love the architecture of the case/bracelet

 
 By: Ancienne Le Brassus : November 24th, 2014-07:53
I've handled this one quite a few times in the steel now and I really love it! If it wasn't for owning my RO right now, i would opt for this piece. it's got the right price-point to style in my opinion. Quite a winner! Thanks for this great review! S

All good points! And the RO comparison is the relevant one.

 
 By: 219 : December 7th, 2014-13:29
Thanks for reading Andrew H

Very sexy!

 
 By: pingtsai : November 24th, 2014-23:16
Looks great on your wrist with a fitting backdrop. Thanks for the great review. One of Bulgari's most successful no doubt.

Thanks...

 
 By: stere : November 25th, 2014-03:52
for your great post. I like the Octo with bracelet very much. stere

Thanks! So do I! nt!

 
 By: 219 : December 7th, 2014-13:32
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Crazy with variations

 
 By: cazalea : December 17th, 2014-17:07
I too have just recently tried on this watch - just before the LA GTG at the OC Bulgari boutique. After admiring, then test-wearing the watch, it turned out there are two sizes (38 and 41.5 I think), and black dial with all stainless bracelet OR white dia...  

this is a beautiful watch...

 
 By: FanFrancisco : January 17th, 2015-09:39
... recently i had a chance to try it on my wrist, very good looking dial and case design, but only issue is the bracelet, it is not so comfortable for my wrist when fitting on. otherwise, i would make a trigger! stefan

Octo has his own design

 
 By: dsgalaxy1 : January 17th, 2015-10:28
It could be a blockbuster for Bulgari because i see 3 great pros: 1- sporty and elegant watch, 38mm (maybe the best fit) and 41 mm 2- in house movement (based on vaucher, far better than ETA) 3- retail price I think the strap version is almost more attrac... 

How about this for a stunning blue Octo!! Just released...

 
 By: 219 : January 18th, 2015-04:14
a blue lacquer dial, 20 layers, one week per dial to manufacture!! Overall effect . . . . . . stunning! ...  

"A funny thing happened . . .

 
 By: Dr No : January 19th, 2015-13:28
. . . on the way to the Bulgari forum." Just finished reading thru your review, Andrew. That final photo encapsulates it all - an outstanding wrist shot, and with a most appropriate background. It was only after gazing at this image for several moments th...  

Blue Dial OCTO

 
 By: jker008 : April 14th, 2015-06:28
finally got the watch after reading through all the review n report about this fabulous watch as the design is really different from other watch design. Was actually thinking of getting the Rolex Datejust II but after thinking of few days decided to favou... 

Heart felt congratulations!  The blue...

 
 By: 219 : April 14th, 2015-07:47
Heart felt congratulations! The blue dial, certainly in direct light, is a mastery of layering and the iridescence comes from the care and attention to the blued layers. Wear it in the very best of health. Andrew H From: www watchprosite <[Email addres... 

I really love the Octo, and if it had luminous hands ...

 
 By: Marcus Hanke : May 11th, 2015-23:48
... I would have one on my wrist, I am sure! However, it is very difficult to find it around here in Salzburg. The local Bulgari dealer does not have it in stock, and could not even order it, since he always has to take three, and the demand appears to be...