With the new Bulgari Octo Quadri-Retro Chronograph automatic replica watch the Italian jewelry brand keeps on consolidating the legacy of the famous watch manufacturer Gerald Genta.This particular model, for example, is a face-lifted and rebadged version of the Gerald Genta Arena Chrono Quattro Retro “wristboard” automatic replica watch that was presented two years at Baselworld 2009 if memory serves me well.

Originally inspired by dashboards of classic American muscle cars, the watch featured four retrograde indicators (minutes at 12 o’clock, date at 6, a chronograph 12-hour totalizer at 9 and a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock) as well as a jumping hour indicator at 12 o’clock.

The new version of the chronograph retains the same basic dial layout, but comes in a new, less extravagant and more discreet design.

As you can see on the pictures, the Bulgari replica watches by Gerald Genta Octo Quadri-Retro Chronograph is presented in an octagonal stainless steel case equipped with a ceramic bezel.

The matte-black bezel not only offers unrivaled scratch-resistance, but also serves as a beautiful from for the art-deco-styled dial.

The setting crown, which is set with an onyx cabochon looks somewhat frivolous and out of style here, but otherwise the timekeeper looks absolutely wonderful.

If you liked the Metropolis, you will most certainly like the new version of the Arena.