The Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake is a sophisticated and artistic timepiece, meticulously crafted to celebrate the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. This limited edition watch merges high art with cutting-edge technology, resulting in a truly unique masterpiece. Limited to only 88 pieces, it stands as a symbol of exclusivity and luxury, with availability at Hublot boutiques and authorized retailers worldwide.
Design and Craftsmanship
Dial: The Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake features a striking and open dial made of sapphire crystal. This dial reveals the skeletonized inner workings of the timepiece and showcases a golden snake that appears to slither across the chronograph’s three counters. The gold-plated snake is intricately detailed, achieved through advanced laser engraving technologies, adding a dynamic and eye-catching element to the dial.
Case and Bezel: The case is crafted from microblasted and polished black ceramic, giving it durability and a sleek appearance. Measuring 42 mm in diameter and 14.1 mm in thickness, it strikes a balance between presence and wearability. The bezel, also in black ceramic, is adorned with an engraved snake skin texture, enhancing the thematic design of the watch.
Strap: Continuing the theme, the watch is fitted with a black rubber strap that features a unique snake skin texture. Despite its velvet-like finish and slight shimmer, the strap is made entirely from a single piece of rubber, made possible through an innovative embossing technique. It is complemented by a black ceramic and black-plated titanium deployant buckle for secure fastening.
Movement
The Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake is powered by the Hublot automatic skeleton chronograph calibre HUB4700. A modernized descendant of the legendary El Primero chronograph, this movement represents the peak of Swiss horological innovation. It boasts a frequency of 5 Hz (36,000 A/H), a power reserve of 50 hours, and contains 278 components and 31 jewels. Viewing the movement is a delight, made possible through both the open dial and sapphire display back.
Technical Specifications
Water Resistance: The Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake is water-resistant up to 10 ATM, equivalent to 100 meters, making it suitable for everyday use and water activities.
Price: This exclusive timepiece is priced at 31,900 CHF, 36,500 EUR, 35,100 USD, or 30,100 GBP, reflecting its luxury status and limited production.
Philosophy and Heritage
Hublot’s ethos of “The Art of Fusion” is vividly displayed in this watch, combining tradition with innovation in materials and craftsmanship. The Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake showcases Hublot’s commitment to continual innovation, artful design, and its ability to surprise and enchant watch enthusiasts with each new edition.
