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Bulgari Octo Finissimo 102711 Functions & Care

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Channel: Govberg Jewelers · 2017 · Howto & Style

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Welcome to the world of Bulgari. Today we'll be your guide to the usage, care, and maintenance of your Bulgari Octo Finissimo ultra thin automatic time piece. 

It's important to note that although this is an automatic winding time piece by virtue of the case back micro rotor, nevertheless you can manually wind the watch should it run down or should you wish to fully energize its power reserve. Simply take the crown in the first position, flush to the case, and begin turning in a clockwise direction, 25 to 30 turns will be sufficient to start the movement, and you'll note that the seconds hand begins ticking away at 7 o'clock. Now the watch is running and you could put it on your wrist and simply wear it from this point, it would continue winding itself, but you're going to want to set the time. 

You pull the crown out to first position, and now you've clutched the setting function of the watch. With the watch wound and set you could easily walk away. However, some will desire to fully energize the watch winding it up to its maximum rate of power reserve of 60 hours. Simply continue turning. You cannot accidentally overwind this watch because the bridal style mainspring will slip when it is fully wound. That's its safety against overwinding. It also gives you an audible click that you can use as your cue to know when the watch is fully wound.

Now, it's important to take several classes of hazard into account when wearing the watch. Water, magnetism, and shock. Water resistance is the greatest threat to luxury watches. You can do your part by always keeping the crown flush to the case when the watch is submerged or if there is water on the watch. Attempting to wind or set the watch with water on the crown can bypass the seals introducing water to the interior of the watch causing catastrophic mechanical and cosmetic damage. 

It's important to note 3 ATM is the water resistance of this time piece. However, leather is a natural porous material that is never water resistant, so keep this watch safe from water exposure unless it's on a suitable textile strap or full metal bracelet. It's also important to remember that 3 ATM water resistance is sufficient for protection again splashing while washing hands or if you're caught out in a rainstorm. It's not sufficient for water sports. 

Finally, water resistance is not a static feature of this time piece as over time lubricants will dry up and seals will age. Unlike mechanical specifications, water resistance is not a constant feature of the watch, but it will ebb, so it's important, per Bulgari, to have the watch water tested at least every 24 months. This is also a good time to have the function and timing of the watch checked. 

It should be noted that this watch's 3 ATM water resistance is far beyond the class standard for ultra thin watches, which is typically 2 ATM, 1 ATM, or no ATM moisture and dust resistant only. 3 ATM in this case is significant and it should be maintained by vigilance. Now, magnetism is a hidden threat to watches, but magnets are ubiquitous in modern life, in speakers, sub-woofers, high powered home and office electronics, as well as the closure of wallets, purses, and refrigerator doors. It's important to keep the watch safe from magnets because the critical metallic hairspring at the center of the balance can become magnetized with exposure. This will catastrophically alter the precision of the watch. If you suspect, due to erratic time keeping, that your watch may have been magnetized take it to a Bulgari authorized service center where specialized equipment is available to quickly and easily demagnetize the watch. 

Ultimately, every luxury watch needs to be serviced properly and Bulgari recommends having a watch fully overhauled every three to five years. This will include cosmetic restoration of the watch, restoration of water resistances, as well as cleaning, oiling, and regulation of the automatic movement. Now it's important to conduct this service exclusively at Bulgari authorized service centers as only these centers have the trained personnel, original factory replacement parts, and specialized equipment to properly service this ultra thin automatic time piece. Moreover, only these agencies can back all work and parts invested with a Bulgari factory service warranty. Ultimately, it's also important to note that on a watch with a highly specialized finish, such as this sandblasted titanium octo case, only Bulgari factory service personnel have the proper equipment to restore both the lines and surface finish of this watch. 

Visit our website at govbergwatches.com and call, text, or email our experts who are standing by able to explain all aspects of the care, maintenance, and ultimately service, usage, as well as experience of your Bulgari luxury time piece.

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