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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.

Glossary

Pallet Fork

A component found in the escapement mechanism of a watch movement. It is responsible for engaging with the escape wheel, which regulates the release of energy to the watch's timekeeping mechanism. The fork consists of two curved arms that extend from a central pivot point and are designed to fit between the teeth of the escape wheel. As the balance wheel oscillates, the fork moves back and forth, interacting with the escape wheel to control the rotation and timing of the watch's gears. This precise and coordinated interaction between the fork and escape wheel is essential for the accurate and reliable timekeeping of the watch.