MB&F

Bvlgari and MB&F, two distinct forces in watchmaking, have once again merged their creative visions to push the boundaries of horology. Their first collaboration in 2021, the MB&F x Bvlgari LM FlyingT Allegra, united Bvlgari’s jewelry artistry with MB&F’s mechanical ingenuity. Building on its success, they now present the Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti, an avant-garde reimagining of the legendary Serpenti, first introduced in 1948.

Transforming the Serpenti into a mechanical marvel required an entirely new approach to engineering, design, and manufacturing. Unlike conventional round cases, its complex curves demanded extensive prototyping and precision machining with 5-axis 3D milling. The case integrates five sapphire crystals, including the snake’s eyes, and is water-resistant to 30 meters. Inside, an in-house MB&F movement defies tradition, replacing hands with rotating domes that animate the serpent’s hypnotic gaze. These ultra-light aluminum domes, coated in Super-LumiNova, glow in the dark, while a 14mm flying balance wheel beats at 18,000 vibrations per hour, held in place by a sculpted three-dimensional bridge.

Beyond its reptilian origins, the Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti draws inspiration from automotive design, reflecting the shared passion of its creators, Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani and Maximilian Büsser. The sleek case evokes the aerodynamic curves of high-performance sports cars, while the stepped sapphire crystal mirrors rear-window louvers. Even the movement incorporates elements reminiscent of a car engine, with a hexagonal grille motif paying tribute to past Serpenti designs. The intricate craftsmanship behind this watch ensures that only six to eight pieces can be produced per month, making it a highly exclusive collector’s item.

The Bvlgari x MB&F Serpenti comes in three versions, each restricted to 33 pieces: titanium with blue domes, 18K rose gold with green domes, and black PVD stainless steel with fiery red domes.