Bulgari · Octo

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Integrated bracelet: measurements, the most common questions, and the way to a made-to-measure strap.

Integrated bracelet

The Bulgari Octo 103038 is designed with a bracelet integrated into the case. For a compatible made-to-measure strap, the Casati Milano atelier builds it on your watch.

Case diameter40 mm
Reference103038
FamilyOcto
MovementBulgari caliber BVL 138 Hours, Minutes, Small seconds
Year2017
CaseTitanium

Spring bar

Swiss Standard universal spring bars

The right category for this model · 316L steel, all lug widths 13–26 mm

The Octo 103038, seen from the bench

The Bulgari Octo features a distinctive octagonal case shape that characterizes the collection. The timepiece is powered by the automatic BVL 138 caliber with hour, minute and small seconds indications. Reference 103038 maintains the balanced proportions typical of the Octo line.

Frequently asked questions

Can a standard strap be fitted to the Bulgari Octo 103038?

The Bulgari Octo 103038 features a proprietary lug integrated into the case geometry, which is incompatible with standard straight-bar straps. However, a fully bespoke strap can be crafted specifically for your watch by <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a>, the bespoke atelier that surveys the exact lug specifications and tailors each strap according to your requirements.

How is a bespoke strap created for this model?

The process begins with an appointment at <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a>, where your watch is examined and the proprietary lug dimensions precisely measured. The craftsman constructs the strap by tracing the case profiles, selecting leather to your aesthetic preference, and assembling the inner casing, stitching and deployant clasp in a sequence ensuring perfect fit and coherence with the octagonal geometry.

Which leather is most appropriate for the Bulgari Octo 103038?

Crocodile with prominent grain and deep texture amplifies the sculptural geometry of the case; fine alligator emphasises the contemporary industrial character; satin-finished calf offers an elegant and versatile compromise. Your choice of initial patina—light, medium, or dark—affects the overall visual language: dark patina accentuates the titanium's chromatic facets, while lighter patina enhances the optical lightness of the design.

How long does a properly constructed Casati Milano strap last?

A strap realised according to Casati Milano's artisanal methodology—featuring double stitching, robust inner casing and controlled finishing—maintains structural integrity for years depending on wear and care. With attentive maintenance, regular cleaning and protection from extreme humidity and temperature fluctuations, a well-crafted strap not only endures but develops a natural patina that increases the aesthetic value of your timepiece.

Why does the Bulgari Octo 103038 with BVL 138 movement deserve a bespoke strap?

The Bulgari Octo 103038 is a manifesto of horological architecture where each element—from the titanium octagonal case to the BVL 138 movement—responds to rigorous design logic. A bespoke strap is not a correction but a natural completion of this vision: it transforms the timepiece into a unified work where leather dialogues with case geometry and your wrist becomes the canvas of this wearable architecture.

The next step

The right strap isn't chosen. It is built, together.

From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.

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