Strap for Octo Solotempo 38 Black Bracelet

No, the bracelet is integrated directly into the case. The attachment doesn't follow standard Nato or common lugs, so a commercial strap won't fit. I craft the strap bespoke instead, modelled to the exact geometry of your case.

I follow the traditional method: you bring the watch to <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a>, by appointment only. I take measurements directly from your case, replicate the octagonal geometry and build the strap piece by piece on your 102104.

I prefer Tuscan Leather with a burnished finish. It has the structure and patina that match the Octo's contemporary, sporty character—it ages naturally with grace and holds up for years without giving way. Mississippi Alligator is the alternative if you want a more architectural, polished look.

It depends on use and care. A good leather, worn regularly and allowed to breathe, lasts 4-6 years before showing real wear—and that wear becomes part of its beauty. Treat it well with occasional conditioning and the strap ages better than you'd expect.

Yes. The eight facets echo Roman architecture—a number Bulgari has always tied to eternity and perfect proportion. It's no casual choice. That's why every detail of the strap must respect that geometry, or the watch loses its coherence.