The Beautiful Bulgari Octo Finissimo is possibly the WORST Wristwatch; Here's Why | Hafiz J Mehmood

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[@terryc6420]

I have the titanium version of this watch, and my wrist is similar to yours in size and is also flat. I bought the watch two years ago and has it sized to fit snugly on my wrist, and I had the same problem of the lugs cutting into my skin. I added a link back so the watch would wear slightly loose to avoid the discomfort. In the two intervening years, the loose-fit started to annoy me, so I had the extra link removed for the snug fit again last weekend. Magically, the lugs don’t bother me anymore, I can wear the watch a whole day without discomfort. I guess in the last two years my skin has gotten used to the sharp lugs and now is ok with them being closer. This watch is meant to be worn snugly and I am falling in love with it all over again.

[@oystersanddiving1815]

I would advise anyone that might be discouraged to go to store and try one on wrist, I have pretty much not taken it off my wrist since I got the brushed version in December, it is by far the most comfortable watch I have worn.

[@jlg395]

This is the ultimate example of a watch looking ridiculous until someone puts it on their wrist. Once on, it looks amazing. Too bad the specs aren't a bit tougher, because it looks like the ultimate badass watch.

[@FFL3001]

It's so weird. I've heard others complain about the comfort, but mine in black ceramic is one of my most comfortable watches. It's just light and stable. Like wearing a bracelet made of leaves from a tree.

[@davidtzuchengchuang2610]

I have a ceramic one as well., and it is the most comfortable watch I ever have.

[@davidofglenbrook4487]

Telling it like it is. I became a sponsor on Patreon today.

[@mwojciak]

I own chrono GMT, which is 2mm larger. And no issues, very comfortable actually, can wear it all the long. It hugs my wrist like a second skin. But last week I tried 40mm polished steel. And it was nightmare to wear, just like you described. I have similiar wrist size of 16,5cm. It is first time, when I prefer larger one! :)

[@logwind]

We receive information from your reviews that are not found anywhere else. Thank you for being so objective and being able to clearly identify faults in your own purchases. Sorry to hear this one doesn't work for you. It is a very interesting and innovative piece.

[@Honraxxx]

First of all this channel is a true hidden gem for watch enthusiasts. Great work as always and stunning chrisp photo. Well done indeed Hafiz and I know this channel will continue to grow. In my opinion all watches are meant to be worn and if this watch is that uncomfortable I would sell it in a heartbeat. That extra special bond is hard to achieve without wrist time no matter how beautiful the design is.

[@wanglizero]

This Bvlgari is the best wearing experience, comparing to Rolex DJ / AP/ Zenith. Sadly I don't have PP

[@mahtabs7365]

Great video! Awesome macro shots. This is a watch I really want but deep down inside I felt that despite the thinness, movement, and case design, it might not be as practical of a watch. On impulse, I settled for the Octo Roma instead. But after having that watch for a while, I have to say that it is a great watch. The case shape is not as blocky/bulky (lugs do taper) and it has the same style bracelet as well as a date and a center seconds hand. I will still be on the lookout for a finissimo but I have a feeling I'm not missing much. I wouldn't be surprised if in the future they come out with the finissimo with the octo roma profile.

[@expertreviews1112]

Your macro lens inspection and review is a treat and I mostly come for that, but obviously love the rest of the content too. This channel is amazing for watch enthusiasts!! Which is the best watch you've inspected under the macro lens??

[@MistaRhoi]

Can you please review the new Cartier Santos?

[@pierremartin9048]

Great reviews, and the transparency and honesty is refreshing. Oh boy that gap too. Looks a bit like my PAM 299 when on an extreme diet and somebody took some chisels and started cutting away from the big bold block of steel. All in good fun only.

[@wernerjacq]

Very beautiful work, as always. I praise you for your critical voice. Very useful information for aspiring buyers. Unfortunately for you it doesn’t work out, such a shame because the watch is a looker and is a category in its own. Still it’s weird to forgo on comfort for a company with lot’s of jewellery under it’s belt.

[@marvinberwart]

To me, it is an extremly comfortable watch, I totally forget it unless I have to check the time, I guess every wrist is different though...

[@davidcty]

Found it to be one of the most comfortable watches I've ever had. Much better than my Patek 5712 or AP 15202. I think maybe you have an unfortunate bony prominence on your wrist that somehow precisely and awkwardly contacts the lug in that manner. This is probably not applicable to the vast majority of people, hence your review is purely just a personal rather than an objective one.

[@f10087]

Interesting your assessment regarding the unconvenience wearing the Octo. I own the same watch, have 6.5" wrist like you, but I have no issues wearing it. On my wrist it sits absolutely comfortable and I don't feel any razor sharp edges. It seems to depend on the shape of the wrist.

[@fbn610able]

Totally agreed , I also have same wrist size and own Finissimo S, it is comfortable even better than Royal Oak SS bracelet!

[@spurslegacy]

Thanks for this review. I’ve always wanted one of these purely for the shape and thinness design but the price is so high that they better work perfectly and be designed perfectly down to the finest detail too

[@dariofarina5764]

I own the watch, and others of the segment as well. It’s by far the most comfortable i have worn , rolex omega zenith included. I don’t understand why your is bad.

[@caspar_gomez]

he sounds soft I;m sorry lol

[@alexkhuri3967]

Your research is fascinating

[@PGoh440]

Agreed I have the all black ceramic, most comfortable watch I own

[@WatchSociety]

Hey @hafiz, love the content, I own the Skeleton version, same fit, however can’t complain of its comfort. keep rocking brother!

[@Pulsonar]

The first time I saw the watch at an AD, I thought it looked like ridiculous over the top jewellery. But seeing it on the wrist is quite different, it looks beautiful, surprisingly elegant and just as important it looks comfortable. The movement display back shows this is a serious player, it reminds me of the Laurent Ferrier Sport Auto model.

[@oneal14attnet]

Finally!!!!! I’ve tried on this watch a 4 times a different ADs with the same results. Beautiful watch design just not comfortable. You’re solution is a great fix. I hope they fix it. Otherwise I can only be a fan from afar. Reinforces the old adage “try before you buy.” Every wrist is different.

[@watchmedoit9999]

Great video! I believe you are the only reviewer that mentions wrist comfort if the octo. Definitely a new perspective about the sharp edges and the discomfort it can cause.

[@WatchGeek]

Next to Watchfiner and the now gone Horology House you have the best photography of watches on KZbin!! I think you should review a few really cheap watches, I'm talking about Aliexpress cheap just so we can see if you can make them look spectacular 😄 I wish you much more subscribers as you definitely deserve them

[@Treetopflyer777]

Great video. Strange not one person at Bulgari tried it on and said it’s not comfortable. I’ve had a couple watches I couldn’t wear because they were terribly uncomfortable. Ended up selling them. I wondered if I was the only person in the world that felt that they were uncomfortable.

[@steviedj6730]

Such an interesting review. This was high on my list... less inclined now. Maybe I'll look at the streamliner...

[@FightingMango]

Would love to see your opinion on the satin steel version of this with 100m water resistance.

[@gregbe2269]

Love you channel and your candor. It's really refreshing

[@terryawad598]

I understand your issues and its a shame that this watch does not work for you and is so uncomfortable. That being said I do not think this video is 100% fair for people considering this watch. I have a fairly decent sized Rolex collection amongst other brands. I bought this watch in the satin/polished stainless version last October. I have a 7" flat wrist and I experienced the exact opposite of what you experienced. This literally is the most comfortable watch I own. It literally feels like a second skin. My friend also bought one after trying one on and he also agrees that this is his most comfortable watch by a long shot.

[@froghole101]

It's an unappreciated design from Genta in my opinion. The only problem is brand perception - if this watch was under say JLC or Vacheron it would be just as popular as the Royal Oak or Nautilus. I love the design and see it becoming a future classic. So, that's why I picked up the new stainless steel version in a blue dial.

[@steverobertson6393]

Maybe it's too much of the same? Glad you are happy with yours, but Genta = Octagon / Porthole / Sloppy Circle. It's a fun watch, maybe. It's a silly watch, definitely. This watch is perfect for the try-hard "artist" or wealthy Bohemian that "gets it" on a level deeper than everyone around them. Problem is, the number of people that applies to has ballooned in our social media age, a time very different than when this watch was designed. In short, the Octo no longer makes the sense it would have made. After about 1997/8 when you have the rise of home internet, this watch was done for. Wear it in good health.

[@jimmyjay122]

⁠@@steverobertson6393 I tried several times to make sense of this comment… but the incoherence makes it near impossible. This watch was killed off by the rise of “home internet” and social media??

[@steverobertson6393]

@@jimmyjay122 Thank you for reading my comment and responding rationally given that I did a poor job of explaining myself. I speak in circles. It's a brain thing. And analogies. When Elvis Presley was on the Ed Sullivan show in 1965 (work with me on that date) he was not shown on television because of his rythmic hip movements. The overt sexu@l suggestion was something that had never been seen in "modern" history (likely for centuries in the West(. In 1995, Vanilla Ice was edgy. Significantly more over sexualized(and broadcast) that Elivis's pelvic roll. 20 years after that? Miley Cyrus. How was she on the scale? What I'm saying is that there is an always escalating scale when your goal is "be different" but not "be better" (Ya ever notice how a narcissist never wonders if they? See? They don't Because they aren't thinking it, considering it, or even thinking it's possible they could be wrong or self-centered) Which brings us to home internet. We ALL know SO much more about watches, watch companies, watch history than ever in history. It depends on your age. If you came of age after 2007 this likely can't possibly make sense to you because you don't know time before the internet (so it's like asking a fish to describe the experience of being in water. He can't. It's all he knows). This watch doesn't try to be "better" Sure, yea, it's thin But it's ridiculous looking like a prop from the original RoboCop movie in the 90s or Back to the Future 2. I get it, personal taste, But garbage can be served up infinite ways. You agree? Describe the exact subject material of contemporary hip hop. The themes aren't that varied. Women. Drugs. Money. Imported luxury cars. That's garbage. It's why you can make endless cuts on Soundcloud and there's only one Mozart. Actual art. Music as art. Not as a commodity to be traded and tracked in ring tone downloads (probably no longer a thing). Sooo, In order for this watch to make sense, it has to be edgy because the internet makes us all CONSTANTLY "up on this" and that pushes the "art" so far out on the Elvis curve that now your just out there air fuqin and saying words "Cash" "Hoes" "Lambo" I hope you found this helpful. Let me know if anything resonated, please.

[@jimmyjay122]

@@steverobertson6393 I was always disgusted by that pop/hiphop culture of Sex & Money since my late teens (back in the 90s-2000s). So I agree about almost everything you said about hiphop and the constantly over-sexualized pop culture. But I’m sorry, this watch does not represent that. That culture is more represented in iced out watches where they spend several multiples of the watch’s original price in covering it with diamonds. As for the idea of a new watch being “better”, there is a couple of issues with that: 1. For example, how many Patek watches in the recent 30 years or so have actually been better than what they used to be? With the exception of grand complication pieces having an extra complication or 2 every decade perhaps. And the same applies to almost all of the haute horology watchmakers. 2. What even is being better, when it comes to watches? More power reserve? More accuracy? More complications? Less weight? Less thickness? More precious metals? More diamonds? More value retention? Seriously… what is better? There is an artistic side to how a watch looks. And once something has an artistic side to it, it immediately becomes subjective. As I see it, you don’t like the watch because you think it’s trying too hard to stand out and be outlandish. Is that correct? Because if so, then what is there to be said about MB&F or URWERK or Jacob&Co or Richard Mille…? The way I see the Octo, is as a retro design with an ultra modern touch and an overall very Italian piece. And it somehow manages to be flamboyant and delicate at the same time. Some will hate it and some will love it. You think the Royal Oak was loved by everyone when it first came out? It most certainly was not… I still have a hard time accepting the Nautilus for example. Or even the Santos. All of these watches have been iconic for nearly half a century now yet they will never be universally loved. I say good on Bulgari for trying something different and putting in the effort for challenging the norms of watchmaking whether in terms of aesthetic or structure…

[@steverobertson6393]

@@jimmyjay122 Thank you! Well done, sir. You've really given me pause and I see the piece differently. No sarcasm. No joke. You took the time and understood exactly what I was saying and I believe I see what you are saying. Maybe I even "get it". I saw it as going in a different direction than you observe and I like what you see.

[@richouk]

It's a shame it doesn't work for you as I agree it's a beautiful watch!

[@RecordSisi]

I'd love to see you reviewing the steel version satin polished in blue ! Thanks for your work sir .

[@TurnRiver]

Hafiz, your overall style can have a channel of its own

[@fieldwalker]

Cheers, will make sure to try it on before ever thinking to get one.

[@jemwatch1]

I have the 42mm sketch gmt chronograph in blasted titanium. I’ve had too many watches count and this is the most comfortable watch I’ve ever owned. I’ve had the 40mm as well and also was in love with it. I don’t even realize that I’m wearing it.

[@antoniostark22]

Great stuff like always Hafiz!!! Hopefully you can make one on the Cartier Santos Large Blue.

[@mattshafran1415]

I second this. Santos blueeeee

[@user-xe4yb5xc8t]

In fact you scared me, bro. Because I was just planning to buy one because of the look. And the story about it can be uncomfortable in perspective... Well how can I check this if i have to shorten the original bracelet first to understand that?

[@XX-ut2fd]

Man, to be honest, the watch may even scratch the skin? Same complaint that some ppl have about the new Speedmaster. Guys come on. Get your damn skins scratched and stop whining. This is stuff for men, it’s not a silk scarf for ladies with delicate necks.

[@navanidhideori4160]

I have the octo finissimo in satin steel and I find it to be one of the most comfortable watch in my collection. However it might be due to the higher thickness of the satin steel version..

[@nickhuang4149]

Plz review the all new omega speedmaster 3861!!!! Can’t wait to watch your video!!!

[@gritnltw]

Beautiful, real-life reviews! Love them. Please include more brands than Rolex as you do with Bulgari, GS. Subscribed!

[@manuelsoto8]

I hope you get a chance to review the stainless steel version, great video as always.

[@AbdulRWatches]

Great review, I really like the watch but a smaller version of it with a 100m WR, even if a bit thicker, would make this a perfect watch for me.

[@mbrum3230]

totally agree

[@marbella944]

Dear Mr. Watch expert do you know the difference between a strap and a bracelet...a bracelet is not designed to be worn too tight..especially this one with recessed folding clasps ,making it possible to hug the wrist too tight !!! I have the stainless steel version and there is no gap ,or discernible movement where the bracelet meets the case..My watch is extremely comfortable to wear, I have a 7 inch wrist and never wear an integrated bracelet watch too tight ...

[@caspar_gomez]

I like it, guess I have to try it on, but this sounds like a soft take...

[@theviewer6321]

I Love the that you Show the Watch with your Whole Body,so you can Really See how ist looks

[@bigcosta3478]

Cartier drive de cartier a future classic...a hidden gem ! W0nn004 model...what do you think about it?

[@ptbot3294]

Normally i find negative video to be a contrarian effort, but this is legit.

[@Ryan-kh8hb]

Great video! Just stumbled across your channel and it contains lots of useful insights. Fellow local over here, seen you around AWF/AWBBS. Keep it up !

[@scottlalonde2878]

Great review, Hafiz, thank you. Sorry for the comfort troubles with the Octo. To be honest, in my opinion, the watch doesn't look as natural on your wrist. The Royal Oak looks like it was MADE for you, not the case here. Just my opinion.

[@musiclover4311]

I considered this timepiece and examined it in person. I have a large wrist but this watch does not fit well. As other reviewers pointed out, the inner imperfections on watch's hands are totally unacceptable. The hands look second class. Absolutely not worth the price they ask. Hafiz is right.

[@johnbell1859]

Love the watch movement, great review thanks very much. 🇬🇧

[@inkhaurt5812]

As someone who loves the Octo Finissimo, this video has left me with some questions and shined a light on a few problems with the piece that I wasn't aware of. I hope BVLGARI see and addresses these design flaws. Thank you, Hafiz.

[@rickjason215]

I agree with you. If you find the watch so uncomfortable, others will also find it the same way. That is a beautiful watch.

[@SkywhiteChannel]

Great review! Love the design but now I know I can’t buy it without trying it on.

[@antonioau_gb89]

Imagine when you have to set the time in between 6:30 - 8:30 with this watch

[@noahmcguire8195]

Do you only use the hour hand to set the time? The minute hand and common sense is all you need to see what time it is

[@moneymanagermaestro]

Of all the thousands of words written about this piece, what does it say about the watch industry that you are the only reliable source of information about this watch? Caveat emptor! Hafiz, you are a treasure and anyone looking to buy a timepiece MUST watch your channel!

[@HafizJMehmood]

Thanks so much for your kind words :)

[@bigcosta3478]

Great video as always !

[@MrKeaneNg]

You saved me, I thought about getting this watch and I have a flat wrist

[@ItsMinarmy]

Were you really without ever trying it on

[@victorlim3465]

I own one steel blue dial I found it perfect and comfortable.

[@dooks85]

I almost purchased the gmt chrono twice now...theres something about the way these watches that just does it for me.

[@Mashburn007]

I agree , they are everything to me for what I desire in a watch, that satin steel blue dial model is my goal to get one day🤞🏻

[@amg1700]

Quite understandable opinion !

[@billiondollardan]

I love the Octo Finissimo. I'll probably buy one next year

[@Judah.Rosenthal]

Crazy. I love the look of this watch so much. But I am very picky about fit. And can’t chance it on a 10k watch.

[@rhonahill7750]

I have never had a watch cut me and I have had a watch since I was a young

[@johnbell1859]

That’s a sharp watch, in more ways than one. 😉 🇬🇧.

[@jelsner5077]

That's too bad, it is a beautiful piece.

[@DonLee1980]

this watch is like the equivalent of a car with a super low ride height because race cars in theory corner faster when they have a lower center of gravity. when in fact in the real world the car has to crawl over any speed bumps, and is super slow at ANY every day driving at all. There's a reason why watches are mostly shaped in a certain way. Unless you're in an arm cast, your wrist shape will constantly change as you move, and such a rigid, wide and square watch won't work unless it's worn with a stretchable wrist band.

[@uniquehorn1480]

My heart: "I gotta have this, it's gorgeous!" My wallet: "Buy a Timex"

[@leyay7540]

Never heard this problem before 😱 Lucky I didn't get it because it overwhelms my wrist..

[@Fauxsobokid]

i love your accent. beautiful videos

[@mrperso7488]

I agree with you on all your negative points, I used to own this watch and that's the reason I sold it.

[@adamodare87]

Tried it on and my arm hair stuck out over it and i’m not even that hairy of a guy😂. Sticking with my 214270 a while longer i guess lol

[@normski2982]

Interesting I'm not the only 214270 owner looking at the Octo. did you try the stainless steel version at all?

[@adamodare87]

@@normski2982 I did, both ceramic and stainless. Wasn't a fan. The bracelet is a real arm pincher and the clasp didn't feel nice. It's an awesome watch but just didn't wear comfortably for me.

[@olegariomartinez6807]

Not sure if I like the watch but I do like your review.

[@craik7]

It's interesting that you say this because I've always found this particular design to be one of the most aesthetically beautiful designs in the watch industry today..

[@RomanGWilson]

Man, that thing must be a hair-puller as well, yea? Many of the shots you can see hairs sticking through the band. Makes me scared just thinking about it.

[@PGoh440]

It’s not most comfortable watch I own

[@andreaalessandro2945]

I have it, in blue. Wonderful, very much !

[@h111551]

I like the watch on the strap it is offered with better.

[@JoeyJiggles]

Wait. Gerald Gents designed this?! I thought it was someone different!

[@davids8099]

You selling it?

[@storck08]

If only they made a smaller size, like 38x38 or 38.5x38.5.

[@nickhuang4149]

I’m curious what do you do for living?

[@timeisahumanconstruct9251]

buys watches and fukcs

[@simonebastioli3639]

By far, the most comfortable watch I have ever owned. I have the stainless steel version with silver dial. Your wrist looks identical to mine, same bony prominence and same size, and honestly what you are experiencing does not make any sense. The links in the bracelet are rather short, virtually impossible not to get the right comfortable fit. I would advice anybody to go and try this watch before being discouraged by this video. Hafiz could have done a better job in choosing a less biased title...

[@KR-dn7xd]

How much money do you have?

[@ramonticocalzada3093]

You may not love it, but it looks pretty good on you

[@jomni]

Women wear shoes that hurt them. Why not wear a watch that hurts you? :)

[@sinesaii]

Gerald Genta invented this as well.

[@minusED]

5 seconds a day is way worse than Seiko NH35 would achieve. My best examples don’t deviate for more than a second a day, with a record holders (surprisingly) being UN marine divers, not deviating more than 4-5 seconds a month. So with all other complaints you’ve made, Octo does not look like a luxury product, more like a fashionable design. Thanks for the review, I’d probably skip this one.

[@jimnic88]

A "disaster"... one of most revolutionary watches of last years, so many awards but for you a "disaster". Ok...

[@chriszivoder2650]

For him personally, you may have a different shaped wrist.

[@KR-dn7xd]

Ugly af as well

[@MattSteemson]

That iPad gets some serious use!

[@HafizJMehmood]

It does :) The use is that I’m looking at the clip being shot on the iPad while it is being recorded with me showing the wrist shot :)

[@MattSteemson]

@@HafizJMehmood You have some of the best quality watch footage on KZbin so keep doing what you're doing man!

[@HafizJMehmood]

Thanks so much. :) Keep the support coming pls.

[@rhonahill7750]

Great watch people find all watches uncomfortable even ap rolex patek you buy a watch for your self

[@macfl3594]

I think that your watch have those problems and you should replace it with another one imidiately when you saw inperfections and that the watch was sharp.They would replace it with another without sharp edges and those specs on the hands.I'm sure they would replace it.So sory,but the watch is very comfortable to wear :(

[@DrAdd1999]

I don't Ike the looks of the case or dial. Bracelet looks nice

[@Traveler012]

The finish of the hands is beyond terrible, I have never seen one like that are you sure you did not buy a factory scrapped watch?

[@xman3514]

This the most beautiful watch i have ever seen

[@ryantan5963]

Its a technology marvel, too bad its too big for my small wrist. Would get it if its 38-40mm

[@SillytanN]

problem gone if you wear it looser?

[@HafizJMehmood]

Wearing integrated bracelet watch loose in itself is a problem.

[@diegoschiavi2483]

I’m wearing the satin/polished steel version with black dial since the beginning of January and i find it more confortable than my royal oak. Anyway i’m glad to know that is a men’s watch and little boys can’t wear it because of their soft skin!

[@simonegalassi30]

Add an extra link and you'll succeed

[@Mr.B.A]

I LOVE THIS WATCH MORE THAN EVERY ROLEX!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MrSaadmubarak]

Relax

[@19NJS71]

Just can’t make myself like these watches