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.

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Altimeter

An altimeter is a device that measures altitude or elevation above sea level. It is commonly used in aviation, mountaineering, and other outdoor activities to help determine one's location and to aid in navigation.

An altimeter can work based on various principles, such as barometric pressure or GPS technology. A barometric altimeter measures altitude by measuring the atmospheric pressure, which decreases as the altitude increases. The device contains a small aneroid barometer that expands or contracts with changes in air pressure, which moves a needle on the display to indicate the current altitude.

Altimeters are commonly found in watches designed for outdoor activities, as well as in dedicated handheld devices used by hikers, climbers, and pilots. They often include additional features, such as temperature readings and weather forecasting.

Mechanical wristwatches with altimeter features are relatively rare, as most altimeter watches use electronic sensors to measure altitude.