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Bvlgari & MB&F Reimagine the Iconic Serpenti

Collaborations in watchmaking often bring together the creativity of a brand and its chosen partner, whether they be artists, athletes, or designers. However, it’s far rarer to see two well-known watchmaking powerhouses join forces. The partnership between Bvlgari and MB&F is a fascinating case, as both brands serve as creative forces in the industry with anything they put their hands on. 

Their latest collaboration, the Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti, follows their 2021 partnership, which resulted in the MB&F x Bvlgari LM FlyingT Allegra launched at Dubai Watch Week. This time, the two brands reinterpret Bvlgari’s iconic Serpenti through the mechanical artistry of MB&F’s horological machines, merging biomorphic design with high-complication watchmaking in a way that only they can.

Introducing Omega Unveils The New Seamaster Planet Ocean Dark Grey

Omega's latest dive watch, with a new high-tech ceramic

The Planet Ocean Collection was first launched in 2005 and has become a mainstay in Omega's diving watch collections. Omega introduced the new Seamaster Planet Ocean Dark Grey, a bold-looking timepiece made from a material used for the first time in an Omega watch: Silicon Nitride ceramic.

This new edition features a 45.5 mm case made from Silicon Nitride ceramic. The material, which is two times lighter than traditional ceramic, is complemented by the use of Grade 5 titanium for the unidirectional bezel, while the screw-in crown with the Omega logo is located at 3 o'clock and a helium escape valve made from titanium is located at 10 o'clock. The total thickness of the watch, including the domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on both sides, is 17.4 mm. Water resistance is guaranteed up to a pressure of 600m.

The gray dial is also made of sandblasted Grade 5 titanium. Along with several details in orange and a date window at 3 o'clock, it features four blackened arrow-shaped hands, one for the GMT function with features in an orange hue, and applied indexes filled with white Super-LumiNova for bright visibility in dark conditions.

Viewable from the open caseback is OMEGA’s in-house 8906Ti AUTOMATIC caliber that’s also made of titanium. Certified Master Chronometer, approved by METAS, features a silicon balance spring and two barrels mounted in series, automatic winding in both directions.  Fitted with 39 jewels, Co-AXIAL escapement, the movement is also antimagnetic of up to 15,000 gauss. operates at 25.200 VPH 3.5 HERTZ AND offering a 60-hour power reserve. Special decoration made by laser ablation on the main plate and bridges.

Presented on a black and grey structured rubber strap with Grade 5 titanium buckle.

The watch is priced at CHF 21,200, which is equivalent to 86,000 AED.

For more information please visit Omega official website.

Technical specifications:  Seamaster Planet Ocean Dark Grey
  1. Reference:   215.92.46.22.99.002
 
  1. Case: case from AZ31 alloy, aluminum crown, crystal gorilla glass6 with hardening and anti-reflective treatment, integrated dial and movement holder, fixed strap bars 
  2. Diameter:  45.5 mm
  3. Thickness: 17.4 mm
  4. Lug to lug: 51.5 mm
  5. Lug width: 22 mm
  6. Weight: 107 g
  7. Water resistance: 600 m
 
  1. Dial: Grey sandblasted titanium, blackened arrow-shaped hands, GMT hand in an orange hue, applied indexes, all in Super-LumiNova, date window at 3 o'clock  
 
  1. Movement:  in-house 8906Ti AUTOMATIC caliber made of titanium. Certified by METAS, silicon balance spring and two barrels mounted in series, 39 jewels, Co-AXIAL escapement and GMT function, antimagnetic of up to 15,000 gauss. Special decoration made by laser ablation on the main plate and bridges
  2. Power reserve: 60 hours
  3. Frequency:   25,200 VPH (3.5 Hz)
  4. Functions: Hours, minutes, Seconds,  GMT, Date
 
  1. Bracelet / Strap: black and grey structured rubber strap with Grade 5 titanium buckle 
 
  1. Availability: Permanent line 
  2. Price: CHF 21,200, which is equivalent to 86,000 AED

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