Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer

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It is the dazzling blues that nature creates, transformed by the summer light, and so hypnotic that they seem unique and impossible to reproduce, that we would most like to bring back with us. Through its expertise in materials technology, Hublot is immortalising this perfect simplicity with the creation of the Big Bang Unico Summer.

The 42-mm case is made of anodized satin-finished and polished aluminium, a modern, lightweight coloured material. This technical feat creates a uniform blue; turquoise like the deepest lagoons. Just 200 of these unisex pieces are being released, initially available on the e-commerce site and in the Mediterranean boutiques in Capri, Forte dei Marmi, Mykonos, Ibiza, Bodrum, Saint-Tropez and Monaco.

“What I love most when travelling is the amazement of the return, wrote Stendhal. This enchantment of the journey that we bring back with us transforms us a little, for the better… And even if daily life has not really changed on our return, our eyes being open to other horizons is enough to lend it new colour.

Right from its beginnings, Hublot has adopted a future-focused approach to watchmaking, sparking trends through the many patents it has filed for its innovations. The Big Bang Unico Summer embodies the beauty of our summer experiences. We wanted to give you another shade for this year, to let you relive these magic moments any time you want.” – Ricardo Guadalupe, HUBLOT CEO

Reminiscent of the holidays of our dreams, the Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer features a unique turquoise blue, which shimmers as its satin and polished finishes catch the light. Anodisation was used to colour the case and its components this very special pastel shade. This process guarantees remarkable longevity and protects the case from scratches and impacts. This lightweight timepiece, with its 42-mm diameter, is designed to suit every wrist.

At its heart beats the Hublot UNICO manufacture calibre (HUB1280), featuring a 72-hour power reserve, and an oscillating seconds clutch, a chronograph friction system with ball-bearing adjustment, and a column wheel that can be seen through its dial. The hands shimmer in luminescent white and turquoise as they move around the dial to the rhythm of the hours and minutes. The movement is just 6.75 mm thick, allowing for a thinner case measuring just 14.5 mm.

Equipped with the patented interchangeable “One Click” attachment system, the Big Bang Unico Summer comes with two straps in this same radiant colour: one Velcro strap with matching stitching and one natural rubber strap. The sports buckle (for the Velcro strap), and the decorative plate on the deployant clasp (for the rubber strap), are also made from turquoise anodised aluminium with the HUBLOT logo engraved and lacquered in brilliant white.

The places we visit remain forever in our minds… and in our hearts. Like a souvenir from our travels, the Big Bang Unico Summer keeps their memory alive.

Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer Technical Specifications and Price

Ref. 441.UB.5120.NR – Limited to 200 pieces

Movement

Hublot calibre HUB1280
UNICO Manufacture self-winding Chronograph Flyback movement with column wheel
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 Vib/h)
Power reserve: 72 hours
Number of components: 354
Jewels: 43

Case

Satin-finished and polished turquoise anodised aluminium
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 14.50 mm
Water resistance: 10 ATM (100 m)

Caseback

Satin-finished titanium engraved “LIMITED EDITION”
Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment

Bezel

Satin-finished and polished turquoise anodised aluminium

Dial

Matt turquoise skeleton
Matt turquoise and luminescent white appliques

Strap & Buckle

Polished turquoise anodised aluminium sports buckle, engraved with the “HUBLOT” logo
Filled with white lacquer
Titanium deployant buckle with a satin-finished decorative plate in turquoise anodised aluminium, engraved with the “HUBLOT” logo
Filled with white lacquer
– Velcro Strap in Turquoise Knit, Turquoise Stitching
– Turquoise Rubber Strap

Price