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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.

Introducing Mühle Glashütte Unveils The Sportivo Power Chronograph First Edition

A limited edition with a black case & sporty red accents

Mühle Glashütte, an independent family-owned brand from the heart of Germany’s watchmaking town of Glashütte, has been known since its establishment in 1869 for producing robust and precise timepieces. In modern times, the brand has focused primarily on high-performance sport and tool watches which we can see in the Sportivo collection. Last year, this collection expanded with three new releases, and this year, the brand is unveiling the Sportivo Power Chronograph First Edition.

The watch stands out with its bold black-and-red design, housed in a 42.5mm stainless steel case with a 15.5mm thickness, coated in black PVD. It features a bidirectional rotating bezel with a ceramic inlay, while a double anti-reflective sapphire crystal protects the dial. The watch also boosts a 300 meter water resistance. 

The black dial showcases applied indices and hands coated with Super-LumiNova for excellent legibility. Red accents on the chronograph hands and the minute chapter ring add a sporty touch. A power reserve indicator is positioned at 6 o’clock. The chronograph function is spread across the dial, with the 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock and the small seconds at 9 o’clock.

Powering the watch is the automatic MU 9424-GR movement, a modified version of the Swiss Sellita SW500. It offers a 62-hour power reserve and operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz). The watch comes with a black leather strap and is limited to 200 pieces. It is available at a price of €4,300, approximately AED 16,500.

For more information, you can visit Mühle Glashütte’s official website. 

Technical specifications: Mühle Glashütte Sportivo Power Chronograph First Edition
  1. Reference: M1-52-33-2025
  2. Case: stainless steel, black PVDbidirectional rotating bezel, double anti-reflective sapphire crystal
  3. Diameter: 42.5mm
  4. Thickness: 15.5mm
  5. Water resistance: 300 m
  6. Dial: black, applied indices and hands coated with Super-LumiNova, Red chronograph hands and minute chapter ring, power reserve indicator positioned at 6 o’clock, 30-minute counter at 12 o’clock, small seconds at 9 o’clock
  7. Movement: Calibre MU 9424-GR, automatic, based on Sellita SW500
  8. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  9. Power reserve: 62 hours 
  10. Functions: chronograph, hours, minutes, small seconds
  11. Bracelet / Strap: black leather strap
  12. Availability: Limited to 200 pieces 
  13. Price: €4,300, approximately AED 16,500

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