The Bulgari Octo Roma WorldTimer reference 103481 is the blue-dial, stainless-steel-bracelet version of Bulgari’s automatic world-time watch. Bulgari lists a 41 mm case, the BVL257 calibre, a 42-hour power reserve and water resistance to 100 metres. Those are manufacturer specifications; the available sources do not establish firsthand handling or testing for this article.
What is the Octo Roma WorldTimer 103481?
Reference 103481 pairs a blue sunburst dial and stainless-steel bracelet with a satin-brushed and polished stainless-steel case. Bulgari lists a transparent caseback and an automatic BVL257 movement. Its product page describes the watch as an invitation to travel: “Jumping at a glance from one time zone to another, the Octo Roma WorldTimer serves as an open invitation to travel.” That is Bulgari’s product-page wording, not an independently reported assessment. Bulgari’s international product page
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How the world-time display is described
Bulgari says the world-time function enables a reading in 24 cities and lists 24 time zones alongside a 24-hour indicator. WatchTime describes the arrangement as central hours, minutes and seconds, with two rotating outer discs: one for the 24 reference cities and one carrying a 24-hour scale. The cited sources explain the intended display; its operation was not independently tested for this article. Bulgari; WatchTime; Foundation Haute Horlogerie
Manufacturer specifications
| Specification | Bulgari-listed detail |
|---|---|
| Reference | 103481 |
| Case | 41 mm; satin-brushed and polished stainless steel |
| Dial and bracelet | Blue sunburst dial; stainless-steel bracelet |
| Movement | Automatic BVL257; 261 components |
| Power reserve | 42 hours |
| Frequency | 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) |
| World-time display | 24 time zones and a 24-hour indicator; Bulgari describes readings for 24 cities |
| Water resistance | 100 metres |
| Caseback | Transparent |
These figures come from Bulgari’s product information, accessed in 2026, and are specifications rather than independent test results. The 100-metre rating is not evidence that this watch was tested in water for this article. Bulgari product specifications
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- 100M Water Resistant
How reference 103481 differs from the black versions
The blue-dial bracelet watch is distinct from Bulgari’s black DLC-treated Octo Roma WorldTimer references. The case treatment, dial and strap configuration vary by reference:
| Reference | Case and dial | Strap or bracelet |
|---|---|---|
| 103481 | Stainless steel; blue sunburst dial | Stainless-steel bracelet |
| 103486 | Black DLC-treated steel; black dial | Rubber strap |
| 103764 | Black DLC version | Interchangeable black rubber and alligator straps |
These variant details are based on Bulgari’s descriptions; they do not establish compatibility of separately purchased straps or bracelets. 103481; 103486; 103764
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Price and regional context
When accessed in 2026, Bulgari’s international product page displayed €10,000 for reference 103481, while its Canadian page displayed C$12,600. These are live page prices for different markets, not a currency conversion or a historical price comparison; availability and displayed prices can change. Check the relevant local page for current information. Bulgari international page; Bulgari Canada page
What this information can—and cannot—tell you
The documented details establish the model’s materials, movement, stated display and official specifications. They do not establish wearing comfort, real-world legibility, timekeeping accuracy, finishing quality in person or comparative performance. A practical comparison with another world timer would need the other watch’s dimensions, readout design, movement and reserve, water-resistance rating, included strap or bracelet, and market-specific price; the cited material does not provide a complete competitor comparison.
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