Step into a world where time is not just measured but sculpted with precision and elegance. The realm of ultra-thin watches represents a pinnacle of craftsmanship, where each tick of the hand symbolizes a fusion of artistry and engineering brilliance.

These timepieces, celebrated for their slender profiles and minimalist aesthetics, redefine traditional notions of watch design. Imagine a watch so delicately crafted that it almost disappears on your wrist, yet houses a marvel of intricate mechanics within its slim casing.

From the painstakingly engineered movements that defy the limits of miniaturization to the exquisite materials that adorn their surfaces, ultra-thin watches embody a pursuit of perfection.

Explore the top 10 world’s thinnest watches that have captured the imagination of enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC

Reference number: 104081

Explore the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC watch, renowned as one of the world’s thinnest watches. Taking inspiration from previous models in the collection (redesigning Octo Finissimo Ultra’s case), it also embraces the future. Instead of the previous model’s QR code, it utilizes a tiny Datamatrix code on the back, showcasing a more advanced and compact approach. This exquisite timepiece is a limited edition.

The features of the Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC, Reference number – 104081 are:

• Case: 40mm, 1.70 mm thick, Octagonal sandblasted Titanium case
• Dial: Open work dial, titanium and tungsten carbide main plate, black PVD hands
• Strap: 1.50 mm thick titanium strap with buckle closure
• Movement: Manual winding BVL180 Calibre, 50 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes, and seconds, shock resistant

The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra COSC is priced at: INR 5,36,07,967 approximately.

Richard Mille Ferrari

In the world of luxury watches, the Richard Mille Ferrari Reference number- RM UP-01 stands out as not just a timepiece, but an engineering marvel. Celebrated as the slimmest watch (automatic tourbillon) in its category, this collaboration between Richard Mille and Ferrari epitomizes innovation and precision. The design follows a traditional architecture where the movement is assembled within a case to ensure total shock resistance. The watch’s design is primarily driven by the engineering challenge of achieving an ultra-thin profile.

The features of the Richard Mille RM UP-01 Ferrari Reference number- are as follows:

• Case: 39mm, rectangular, 1.75mm thick Grade 5 Titanium, 10m water resistance
• Dial: Skeletonised Titanium baseplate, cardinal-indexed
• Strap: Black rubber/velcro
• Movement: 1.18mm 45 hours power reserve
• Functions: Hours and minutes

The Richard Mille RM UP-01 Ferrari is priced at: INR 17,86,47,671 approximately

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Ultra

Reference number: 103611

Introducing the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Ultra, the top in world’s thinnest watches -mechanical category at a remarkable 1.70mm. The title was awarded the title in 2022. It’s so thin, it feels almost impossible. The exposed mechanics create a fascinating depth visually, yet it remains astonishingly slim. This achievement is a marvel of engineering, pushing the boundaries of ultra-thin watchmaking. Every part is shaved down to the absolute minimum and built with incredibly precise tolerances. To accomplish this feat, the movement components are cleverly embedded directly into the caseback itself.

The features of the Bulgari Octo-Finissimo Ultra Reference number- 103611 are as follows:

• Case: 40mm, 1.80mm thick, sandblasted titanium octagonal case, 10m water resistant
• Dial: Open-work, black PVD treated hands
• Strap: Sandblasted titanium, integrated folding clasp
• Movement: 1.50mm BVL Calibre 180, 50 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes, and small seconds

The Bulgari Octo-Finissimo Ultra Reference number- 103611 is priced at: INR 3,57,40,400 approximately

Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept

The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept stands as a pinnacle of horological innovation, recognized as one of the slimmest watch models ever created, ever since it was launched in 2018. This extraordinary timepiece measures an astonishing 2 mm in thickness, achieved through pioneering techniques in ultra-thin watchmaking. The Altiplano Ultimate Concept pushes the boundaries of traditional watchmaking, offering unparalleled elegance and technical prowess.

The features of Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept watch are as follows:

• Case: 41mm, 2mm in height, Cobalt Alloy, 20m water resistant
• Dial: Skeletonized and open-work, off-center dial, Super Luminova starry night details
• Strap: Dark Blue leather strap with pin buckle
• Movement: Hand-wound, Calibre 900P-UC, 40 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours and minutes

The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept, 2018 modelis priced at: INR 3,74,65,230 approximately

Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon

This exceptional timepiece released this year on Piaget’s 150th anniversary builds upon Piaget’s previous innovations, the Altiplano Ultimate Concept ( thinnest watch by the brand launched in 2018), by integrating a tourbillon complication into its incredibly slim profile. Crafted using advanced materials like cobalt-based alloys and innovative engineering techniques, the Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon measures a mere 2mm in thickness, setting a new benchmark in thinness for tourbillon watches.

The features of Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon are: 

• Case: 41.5mm, 2mm in height, Cobalt Alloy case, flat crown, 30m water resistant
• Dial: Openwork traditional, mainspring barrel at 6 o’clock
• Strap: Leather strap with pin- buckle
• Movement: Manual Caliber 970P-UC, integrated in the case
• Functions: Hours, minutes, and seconds, tourbillon

The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon is priced at: INR 5,56,31,490 approximately

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Squelette

Reference number: 13435SQ

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Squelette exemplifies the brand’s mastery in skeletonized watchmaking, blending intricate craftsmanship with minimalist elegance. This timepiece features an ultra-thin skeletonized movement, meticulously crafted to reveal the inner workings of the watch through a transparent dial and caseback, truly a top contender in the list of world’s thinnest watches.

The features of Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Squelette Reference number- 13435SQ watch are:

• Case: 38mm x 3.6mm, 18k pink gold
• Dial: Skeletonized, Enamelled chapter ring
• Strap: Burgundy leather strap with pin-buckle
• Movement: Mechanical Calibre 849 SQ, 1.85mm, 33 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes and seconds

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Squelette Reference number- 13435SQ is priced at: INR 48,77,206 approximately

Piaget Altiplano

The Piaget Altiplano with Caliber 900P, launched in 2013, was a landmark , thinnest watch in the dress watch category, launched on the brand’s 140th anniversary, renowned for its elegance and record-breaking slenderness. At a remarkable 3.65mm thin, it held the title of the world’s thinnest automatic watch at the time of its release. To achieve exceptional thinness, Piaget’s watchmakers cleverly combined the movement plate and caseback into a single piece. This innovative approach eliminated extra height, making the watch significantly slimmer.

The range contains 20 references for both men and women. The variants consist of a range of design aesthetics and functions, from diamond studded models to skeleton dials and moon phases.

The features of Piaget Altiplano 2013 model are as follows:

• Case: 38mm x 3.65mm, 18k rose gold/white gold
• Dial: Openwork, off-centered dial
• Strap: Black leather strap, pin-buckle
• Movement: 3.65mm Hand-wound mechanical, 48 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours and minutes

The Piaget Altiplano Reference number- 900P is priced at: INR 20,84,187 approximately

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon

Reference number: 102138

The Octo Finissimo, released in 2014, was the first of the lineup of ultra thin slimmest watch collections from Bulgari. This groundbreaking watch, at a remarkable 5mm thickness, became the world’s thinnest tourbillon watch at the time, showcasing a mesmerizing flying tourbillon complication.

The features of the 2014 Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Reference number-
102138 are as follows:

• Case: 40mm x 5mm Platinum Octagonal case
• Dial: Lacquered black dial, minimal hour markers, platinum hands
• Strap: Leather with pin-buckle
• Movement: Manual-winding mechanical, 52 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes, and Tourbillon

The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Reference number- 102138 is priced at: INR 12,079,659 approximately

Bvlgari Baseworld Octo Finissimo Automatic

Reference number: 102713

Bulgari is known for its love of sharp lines and geometric shapes, and the Baselworld Octo Finissimo is no exception. This ultra-thin watch perfectly embodies the brand’s signature style and has become its most recognizable design. The incredibly thin movement, at just 2.23mm, is an impressive feat of engineering that pushes the boundaries of watchmaking. This minimalist design is both bold and beautiful, showcasing Bulgari’s commitment to innovating the league of slimmest watch.

The features of Bvlgari Baselworld Octo Finissimo Automatic Reference number- 102713 are:

• Case: 40mm x 5.51mm Octagonal, Sandblasted Titanium, 30m water resistant
• Dial: Grey dial, baton-style hour markers, Black PVD coated elongated Arabic numerals
• Strap: Leather/Sandblasted Titanium Bracelet
• Movement: Automatic 2.23mmCalibre BVL 138, 60 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes, and small seconds

The Bvlgari Baselworld Octo Finissimo Automatic Reference number- 102713 is priced at: INR 10,83,724 approximately

Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar

Reference number: 103200

Bulgari strikes again with a world record contender in the Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar (reference 103200). This 2021 release isn’t just another luxury timepiece; it’s a marvel of horological engineering. The 103200 boasts a perpetual calendar complication, the thinnest watch (with calendar) automatically keeping track of the date, day, month, and even leap years, all presented on a stunning sandblasted titanium dial. House within the ultra-thin case is the BVL 305 automatic movement, another testament to Bulgari’s commitment to innovation.

The features of Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar Reference number- 103200 are:

• Case: 40mm x 5.80mm Octagonal Sandblasted Titanium case, 30 m water resistant
• Dial: Titanium dial
• Strap: Sandblasted titanium strap with three-blade folding buckle
• Movement: Mechanical, BVL 305 calibre (2.75 mm thick), 60 hour power reserve
• Functions: Hours, minutes, date, day, month, retrograde leap year

The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo Perpetual Calendar Reference number- 103200 is priced at: INR 16,52,792 approximately

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