Hublot Watches

Hublot: Origin and Current Market

Hublot was launched by the well-known watchmaker Carlo Crocco who left his family business that specialised in Breil watches. In 1976, he started the design process of a watch. After 3 years of development, the masterpiece was finally created. He named it Hublot. This watch was different than the regular watches as it focused on comfort through the rubber strap.

In the 1980s, Hublot was presented in the Basel watch fare but it failed to attract the visitors’ interest. But that was just the start. The fusion of gold watch with rubber strap was quick enough to gather the attention of celebrities and royal families. This put Hublot on the map of watchmaking. Prince and kings of many countries like Sweden, Spain, Germany, and Monaco have worn Hublot watches.

In 2004, Jean-Claude Biver was appointed as the CEO. He aimed at celebrating the art of fusion concept. He combined materials like carbon, tungsten, ceramic, rubber, titanium, and tantalum with traditionally royal choices like silver, gold, diamond, platinum, steel, and precious stones. In 2008, Hublot was acquired by LVMH, after which several other collections were released. This gave the company an opportunity to develop its own chronograph movement along with an integrated column wheel at the side of the dial (UNICO).

Over the years, Hublot has showcased maturity in its design. Hublot watches have always enjoyed the uncompromised precise movements. Its art of fusion is depicted through the relation between design, architecture, and functionality. Hublot has been known as one of the major investors in the marketing industry. In 2010, this company became the official watch brand for FIFA along with the official timekeeper for two football world cups and official watchmaker for Formula 1 race. In 2012, it joined hands with Ferrari. Every year, one or two Ferrari Special Series Watches are released that are showcased in the Ferrari event all over the world.

Over the years, many famous people have become brand ambassadors for the Hublot watches. Right from athletes like Usain Bolt, basketball legend Kobe Bryant, and football star like Pelé to famous singers and celebrities. The Rapper Jay-Z has always been a fan of Hublot, which led to their collaboration and release of the Hublot’s Classic Fusion Shawn Carter watch. Hublot has gained popularity with its charitable work like the campaign for clean drinking water. This has resulted in immense popularity for the brand.

Hublot’s Pioneer Movements

Hublot’s art of fusion is showcased through the heart of its movement. With the combination of simple watches and innovative concepts, Hublot has created some of its in-house pioneering movements –

UNICO

This is the first movement ever introduced by Hublot watches. The UNICO calibre has created a new face for an automatic chronograph. It has up to 72 hours power reserve and 330 components.

UNICO 2

This is the flatter version of UNICO with up to 72 hours power reserve and 354 components.

MECA-10

This movement has a non-traditional display with pinion and rack. It has a power reserve of up to 10 days and 223 components.

Tourbillion

This automatic movement showcases a transparent tourbillion. It has up to 4 days and 19 hours of power reserve and 175 components.

MP-11

This movement has a power reserve up to 14 days which is supported by 7 in-line barrels displayed on the dial.

Price Market of Hublot Watches

When we talk about Hublot’s price market, we mostly talk about high-end watches. But that is the thing about luxury brand watches; they are more of an investment and less of an accessory. The price range can be as low as $4,200 and as high as $5 million. Here are some of the best and most luxurious watches of Hublot.

- Hublot Big Bang Sang Bleu II King Gold White Pavé Watch is an epitome of brilliance and daring.

- Hublot Classic Fusion 40 Years Anniversary Yellow Gold Watch celebrates the brand through its 1980 Classic Original watch.

- Hublot Big Bang Ferrari 1000 GP White Gold Watch is a limited edition accessory with a unique design.

- Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis 3D Carbon Watch is a choice of motor racers that do not compromise on luxury.

- Hublot King Power Minute Repeater Tourbillon Chronograph Watch is a limited edition watch that is rare.

- Hublot big bang chronograph men’s automatic watch with 18kt gold is a classic timepiece.

Famous Hublot Art of Fusion Timepieces

Over the period of time, Hublot has been launching unique watches for collectors. Every watch showcases the craftsmanship, which makes the watchmaking future a reality.

Hublot Big Bang

Released in 2005 under the ownership of Jean-Claude Biver; this watch collection does not only talk about bling but substance as well. Undeniably robust along with refined design and elegance, this watch is the true representation of Hublot’s reputation. Throughout the journey of Big Bang, it has seen multiple variations in materials and colours. But amongst collectors, the original design still remains a favourite.

Hublot King Power

As the name suggests, the watches have a sheer size designed for the king collectors. Released in 2009, the watch has a rubber strap and lightweight material to make it comfortable on the wrist. Its design on the other hand pays fine attention to detail for sophistication and an almost military feel. King Power watches feature UNICO movement. Sportsmen like Usain Bolt and Diego Maradone have worn these watches.

Hublot Classic Fusion

This watch has been released in 2010 as a simple version of the Big Bang. This watch has a less crowded dial and a thin profile. Its iconic porthole case design is the same along with bold hands and hour markers.

Hublot Ferrari Edition

Hublot’s relation with Ferrari is ever going. It releases special Ferrari editions to mark the event every year. The watches showcase big, bold, and intrigue mechanics that are found irresistible by the collectors.