Introducing the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo 37
The Octo Finissimo doesn’t really need an introduction at this point. Since 2014, it’s been one of the clearest examples of what happens when design and engineering are pushed in the same direction. Ultra-thin, architectural, and consistent in its execution. Bvlgari can just be called the kings of the thin watches- they dominate in every aspect and have really consistently squashed the competition. So why is it such a big deal when Bvlgari introduces a new version? Well in this case, it is because Bvlgari have finally listened to their collectors and have delivered what everyone has been asking for for the 12 years. What is this exaclty? A smaller, more wearable watch. With the new Octo Finissimo 37, everyone will be able to wear it. Let’s dive in and see what the fuss is all about!
The Basics
Case: 37mm, Titanium, 18k Yellow Gold.
Crystal: Sapphire.
Movement: Automatic, Calibre BVF 100, Micro-Rotor.
Water Resistance: Not specified.
Strap Options: Integrated bracelet (titanium or gold) with push-button clasp.
Price: Not specified.
Availability: 2026, Bvlgari Retail Network.
The Juice
The big defining news here is the change in diameter. Moving from 40mm to 37mm doesn’t sound dramatic, but on a watch like this, it affects everything. The shape of the Octo Finissimo is peculiar and does not always fit every wrist- it is great for wide, flat wrists. But, that, unfortunately, is only the case for a few collectors. This shift to a more reasonable diameter completely erases any wearing issues for most potential collectors.
Seeing as the Octo Finissimo isn’t a round watch you can scale up or down without consequence. It’s built around a geometric case with multiple facets, sharp transitions, and a very specific relationship between case and bracelet. Reducing the size means reworking those proportions entirely. The case still carries that Roman architectural influence, but with a more compact feel. Despite reduced size, the watch still has the same irreduceable charm.
That translates directly to how the watch wears. At around 65 grams in titanium, it’s noticeably lighter, and the smaller diameter makes it sit closer to the wrist. It’s not just a smaller watch: it’s an infinitely more wearable one. The bracelet has also been reworked to match. The links are proportionally adjusted, and the integration into the case feels cleaner. There’s now a push-button clasp, which smooths the daily wearing experience.
Underneath, the movement is new. The BVF 100 is an in-house automatic caliber with a micro-rotor, measuring just 2.35mm thick. That’s still firmly in ultra-thin territory, but the focus here isn’t on absolute thinness. Instead, it’s about efficiency and practicality. The movement delivers a 72-hour power reserve, which is significant given the size constraints. The micro-rotor allows the watch to maintain a slim profile while keeping the movement automatic, and the overall architecture has been optimized to reduce volume by around 20% compared to previous designs. Bvlgari have maintained performance while adapting to the smaller canvas.
On the dial side, things stay consistent with the Octo Finissimo language. Clean, minimal, with applied markers and a focus on texture rather than contrast. The titanium versions, in particular, lean into this with sandblasted or satin-polished finishes that change how the light interacts with the case. You’ve got titanium in two finishes, one sandblasted and the other satin-polished, each giving a different feel to the same design. The yellow gold version shifts the watch into line with the opulence of the other Octo Finissimo’s. What’s interesting is that none of this feels like compromise.
And for those looking for something more technical, there’s still a minute repeater version in titanium, which reinforces the collection’s connection to high complication watchmaking. This a compeltely different kettle of fish that is worthy of its own article.
Final Thoughts
The Octo Finissimo 37 is the winning formula for Bvlgari. They have heard their fans wishes, and have delivered exactly what has been needed to round out the offering. There is now an Octo Finissimo for every wrist, and every taste. Whether you like something more modern, more complicated, or more opulent there is one for you. In my opinion, this is probably one of the most significant releases for Bvlgari in recent years, and I fully expect there to be a deluge of models that follow.
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