Hublot King Power Miami “305″ Watch – An Introduction

Hublot announces unveiling and celebration of the glittering custom King Power “305” timepiece – Dedicated to the Magic City – MIAMI!

Press Release by Hublot S.A.

Luxury Swiss watchmaker Hublot today announces the unveiling of its new limited edition Hublot King Power “305” timepiece will take place on Wednesday, September 26, at The W South Beach.

The unveiling and launch party, with special guest and Miami Heat DJ, DJ Irie, features a 30-foot video wall, catering by famed culinary experts at W South Beach, free-flowing Dom Perignon champagne and an official unveiling announcement from Hublot’s CEO, Ricardo Guadalupe and Hublot Americas exclusive partner Rick De La Croix.

The Hublot King Power Miami 305 watch: Engraved with the number “305″ – the city’s famous area code – white and ocean blue to evoke the sand and sea of South Florida, the King Power Miami “305” is a special edition limited to just 50 pieces, specially developed to honour “The Gateway to the Americas”.

This 48 mm-diameter watch, made from King Gold (18 carat gold with 5% platinum which lends it its distinctive red colour) is equipped with a HUB4214 mechanical self-winding skeleton chronograph movement, formed of 257 components, which oscillates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations/hours and boasts a power reserve of approximately 42 hours.

The watch’s solid case-back, also in King Gold, is engraved with a view of Miami Downtown and, of course, the number “305”. The blue Hornback alligator strap, stitched onto white rubber, completes the watch, which is water-resistant to 100 metres.

A version set with 374 white diamonds, totalling approximately 3.34 carats, is also available in an extremely limited run of 10 pieces.

What: Launch and unveiling of the Hublot King Power “305″ Timepiece
When: 8 – 11 p.m. Wednesday, September 26
Where: W Hotel South Beach (Main Ballroom)
Why: To launch an exclusive, custom timepiece unique to the city of Miami and its residents
Who: Special guests and anticipated attendees: *

Hublot CEO Ricardo Guadalupe
Hublot Americas exclusive Partner Rick De La Croix
Miami Heat DJ, DJ Irie
*by select invite only. Invitations are non-transferable.

To schedule interviews, confirm attendance or receive media passes, contact: Nicole Kasak at (813) 966-4314 or, [email protected].

The introduction and unveiling of Hublot’s newest masterpiece of technology, art and fusion will be experienced by Miami’s top influencers and tastemakers, celebrities, special Hublot clients and select members of the news media.

Hublot King Power Miami “305” timepiece – Technical Details

References 710.OE.2189.HR.MIA12 (limited to only 50 pieces)
Diamond-set version 710.OE.2189.HR.1704.MIA12 (limited to only 10 pieces)

Movement HUB4214 – Skeleton chronograph, Mechanical self-winding
Date Sapphire disc, window at 4:30, Oscillating weight Black galvanic coating, with tungsten carbide heavy metal segment
Components 257
Jewels 27
Frequency 4 Hz (28,800 Vib/h)
Power reserve Approximately 42 hours

Cases King Power 48 mm, satin-finished King Gold
Diamond-set version: King Power 48 mm, King Gold, set with 248 white diamonds (2.05cts)

Bezels Satin-finished King Gold, overmoulded white rubber, 6 H-shaped titanium screws.
Diamond-set version: King Gold set with 126 white diamonds (approximately 1.29 ct) overmoulded white rubber, 6 H-shaped titanium screws.

Crystal Sapphire with white Hublot logo with black stripe, Interior/exterior anti-reflective coating

Bezel lug White composite resin, Lateral inserts White composite resin

Case-back Solid King Gold case-back, featuring the engraving: Downtown Miami, area 305.

Crown King Gold with white rubber insert, Push-pieces King Gold with white rubber insert

Water resistance 10 ATM or approximately 100 metres

Dial Skeleton with white plate and blue flange, White minute track and gold-coloured numerals.
Satin-finished 5N gold-plated indexes with blue SuperLuminova™
Hands Satin-finished 5N gold-plated, with blue SuperLuminova™

Strap Adjustable white rubber and blue “Hornback” crocodile, white stitching
Clasp King Power folding buckle in PVD titanium, cap in satin-finished King Gold, decorative plate in satin-finished King Gold,black ink engraving and 5N Gold screws.

Hublot unveils the King Power FC Bayern Munich

Press Release by Hublot S.A

To underscore their strong partnership, the luxury watch brand HUBLOT and record champions FC Bayern München have worked closely together with true team spirit to develop a collective masterpiece. The King Power FC Bayern Munich Watch is now on display in the heart of the legendary FC Bayern München club.

The eagerly awaited timekeeper was ceremoniously unveiled in the presence of Jean-Claude Biver (Chairman of HUBLOT), Karl-Heinz Rummenigge (Executive Board member of FC Bayern München AG), FC Bayern players (including Ribéry, Boateng, van Buyten, Luiz Gustavo, Can as well as the newly acquired Shaqiri and Pizarro) and selected representatives from the German and Swiss press.

The titanium chronograph with a 45-minute display specially developed for football is limited to 200 pieces. The exclusive timepiece perfectly reflects the passion and shared values of the partners.

The Swiss luxury watch brand Hublot, known for its Art of Fusion, is proud to be the FC Bayern München’s partner and official timekeeper. Both are masters of their field and live to combine their art and traditional values with innovative vision. Hublot was the first Swiss prestige watch brand to embrace the sport of football, back in 2006, and has since made its mark in the world of top-class football through its collaboration with FC Bayern.

The jointly developed watch is not just a crowning symbol of the staunch alliance, it is also an expression of the close friendship between the two greats on the playing field.

Hublot King Power FC Bayern Munich – Technical Details

Reference 716.NX.1129.RX.BYM12

Series Limited to 200 pieces numbered from 01/200 to 200/200

Movement HUB4245 self-winding mechanical skeleton chronograph with central 45’ counter
Date Window at 4H
Frequency 4 Hz (28,600 vph)
Power reserve 42 hours

Case King Power – Diameter 48 mm in vertical satin finished titanium
Bezel Vertically brushed titanium overmolded with black rubber, 6 H-shaped relief black PVD titanium screws
Crystal Sapphire with blue transferred minutes
Interior/exterior anti-reflective coating
Bezel lugs Black composite resin, Lateral inserts Black composite resin with pusher guards
Crown Brushed titanium with black rubber insert, Push-pieces Black PVD titanium overmolded with black and red rubber
Case Back Brushed titanium – Crystal sapphire anti-glare treatment inside and outside
Water resistance 10 ATM or approx 100 meters
Dial Sapphire, brushed ruthenium-coated indexes with white SuperLuminova™
Transferred Bayern Munich logo at 3 o’clock
Hands Brushed black nickel-coated with red SuperLuminova™
Strap Adjustable black rubber with red decoration
Clasp Micro-blasted black PVD titanium folding clasp & brushed titanium decorative plate

Another Hublot move to the forefront of Customer relations.

By D Constant for The Watch Review Site

So Hublot have made a step further towards total customer satisfaction, They have produced a Watch solely for the Loan to Hublot customers whilst their own personal Hublot Timepiece is being repaired…. Not just any ordinary run of the mill watch but a watch that has Hublot at is heart, a watch that is based on all of Hublot’s Fusion principals, introducing the Hublot Atelier Watch…

A Hublot that you can’t buy??? … YES YOU CAN NOT BUY… but they will loan you the Hublot Atelier for as long as required whilst your Hublot is being repaired or serviced, now that’s service with a smile….. And it boldly and proudly states that on the Hublot Atelier “NOT FOR SALE”

Its a simple, (if there is such a thing in a Hublot watch) Timpiece with date indication at 3 o’clock, small seconds ,no markings or numerals, just plain Black case, Black strap, Black Dial. But you cant help but see that even though it is not your typical Hublot timepiece it oozes Hublot, The case shape is that similar look and feel and we have steel screws again placed as with most current Hublots on the case of the Atelier watch.

Hublot state that it is mostly Swiss made and is run by a quartz movement so none of the Hublot panache here, but it is a gesture of some magnitude and one that puts Hublot above the rest in customer service within the luxury watch industry.

This service is only available to customers using Hublots’ own boutiques and is at the discretion of the management of each boutique.

Hublots CEO Ricardo Guadalupe says “The Hublot customer is an integral part of our Hublot family. While his personal watch is being taken care of, we will be very pleased to provide him with an “Atelier Watch”. With this, he will remain both physically and emotionally connected to Hublot until his personal timepiece will be returned in perfect condition. We are very proud to have been able to roll out this concept in all Hublot’s boutiques worldwide, 49 of them to date, and in record time so as to be up and running for the return from the holidays”

The watches are to be loaned out without charge to the customer for as long as is necessary so as to retain the customers connection with Hublot, It is just a token and many may not even want to use it but its there and that is all that is required.

My biggest problem with this watch is as I said will Hublot owners want to wear it, Its a Quartz mostly Swiss Made??? especially after they are used to a King Power or Big Bang on their Wrist. Now they are watches, but I still like it’s simplicity and styling and if they ever marketed them for sale as an automatic i’m sure they will sell and lots of them at that… BUT to a different market than their current we think?

Dwyane Wade, American basketball superstar, Reigning 2012 NBA Champion & Hublot Ambassador makes his first visit to Switzerland.

Press Release by Hublot SA

Captain of 2012 NBA Champion Miami HEAT (having previously won the title in 2006 earning MVP Honors), Olympic gold medalist in Beijing, third player in history to score a triple-double in an NBA All-Star Game, basketball fund-raising pioneer for work with children – Dwyane Wade is a mega-star in the United States.

It was his first visit to Switzerland, at Hublot’s invitation (he was in London to support the American basketball team), and Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of Hublot, and Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO, were very proud to meet him and give him a taste of Switzerland! The star toured the mountains by helicopter giving him his first glimpse of the Cervin, the Jungfrau, the Eiger, and Mont-Blanc.

Tuesday, August 14 Wade visited the Hublot Manufacture workshops in Nyon, where he insisted on meeting all the watchmakers and employees, plying them with questions to get a better understanding of how his watch – the King Power Dwyane Wade special series in ceramic – is made and how it works.

“I had a great time with the Hublot team and I was really impressed by the precision, the care and incredibly meticulous work of the watchmakers. It is an honor for me to be part of the very select list of the brand’s ambassadors and have the opportunity to attend the Hublot workshop in Switzerland,” said Dwyane Wade.

“We are impressed by Dwyane’s energy and dynamism. It is something he shows not only with his incredible presence on the court, but also in his attitude with the creation of the Wade’s World Foundation with the objective of promoting education, health and social skills for children in at-risk situations. A talented person’s real personality is revealed when that person goes beyond what they could achieve with talent alone. We are particularly happy that our paths have crossed, and it is an honor to be on the same team as him,” added Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman and Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot.

Dwyane Wade embodies the talent, strength and style which create that magic on the court, with the physical shape becoming a blur moving with speed and grace, never failing to impress the great lovers of basketball.

His exploits in the NBA are already legendary and his pivotal role as Captain of Miami HEAT is just one facet of his dazzling career. And now Dwyane Wade has joined the very exclusive circle of Hublot ambassadors, all real living legends in their respective disciplines: Usain Bolt who has confirmed his title of the world’s fastest man, Diego Maradona, Manchester United, Bayern Munich, Juventus Turin, Ajax Amsterdam in football, Jet Li in the martial arts and the cinema, the family of Ayrton Senna in Formula 1… to name but a few.

Hublot Mykonos Classic Fusion Chronograph

Well as we all know Hublot likes to produce individual and select limited edition pieces, for select clientelle, partners, Sporting bodies, charities and establishments, and the Hublot Mykonos Classic Fusion Chronograph Watch is no different, produced in a limited edition of 25 timepieces for exclusive sale in the Gofos Store in Mykonos itself.

Hublot has aligned itself with this greek island in the past and now sets this relationship in steel… well titanium really with the exclusive production of this greek, mykonos inspired Classic Fusion Chronograph.

Press Release by Hublot 13th July 2012

Blue. White. Greece. Summer. The Cyclades islands. Mykonos. With the sea glimmering in the sunlight, white houses with their blue shutters and balconies directly overlooking the Mediterranean, pretty little side streets which offer welcome shade, windmills, fine sandy beaches, small, untouched creeks, magical sunsets and pelicans, Mykonos is undoubtedly the most distinctive of the Greek islands.

It is also the trendiest. With its jet-set atmosphere and feverish nightlife, Mykonos is the most festive Greek island. In July and August, the party starts before the sun goes down. The animated nightlife makes it a favorite beach resort and holiday destination for the European and American jet set.

Hublot has had phenomenal success in Mykonos. With its Greek partner Flamme Hellas and Gofas in Mykonos, it quite naturally came up with the idea of creating a special series inspired by the island.

A 45 mm diameter chic sports watch equipped with a chronograph movement, a titanium case chosen for its lightness, shock-resistance and extreme corrosion-resistance, a dial as blue as the Greek waters with silver counters like the surface of the sea that glimmers in the sun (in the center of the counter at 3 o’clock appears a discreet elegant windmill which is the common sight for the Cyclades and Mykonos in particular), and a matching tone blue alligator strap sewn onto rubber for better resistance and flexibility, this limited edition creates a union between land and sea. It represents the fusion of the elements. This watch is part of a limited edition of 25 and is exclusively available from the Gofas store – Matogianni 43 – 846-00 Mykonos (information and reservations at [email protected]).

Hublot Mykonos Classic Fusion Chronograph – TECHNICAL DETAILS

Reference 521.NX.5172.GR.MYO12

Series Limited edition of 25 watches numbered 001/25 to 25/25

Case “Classic Fusion” - diameter: 45 mm, Polished titanium with satin-finished end-pieces

Bezel 6 titanium H-shaped countersunk, polished and locked screws.

Crown Polished titanium with Hublot logo

Crystal Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment

Case-back Satin-finished titanium and sapphire crystal with interior anti-reflective treatment

Water resistance 5 ATM or around 50 meters

Dial Navy blue with silver appliques and counters

Hands Faceted, diamond-polished; skeleton, rhodium-plated

Movement HUB 1143 Automatic mechanical chronograph

No. of components 280 – 59 rubies

Strap Navy blue Gummy Alligator sewn onto black rubber with steel deployant buckle

Introducing – Hublot Ferrari 250 GTO Limited Edition Watch

Press Release by Hublot S.A 3rd July 2012

As Ferrari’s partner throughout the world, Hublot celebrates 50 years of the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO.

This anniversary is marked by the historic gathering of 24 owners and their vehicles in one place for the first time. A watch was created to mark this occasion. What makes it so special? Every aspect was designed and developed in the spirit of the 250 GTO, and only those who own a 250 GTO can purchase it.

36. Only 36 Ferrari 250 GTOs were ever produced – with the latest selling for $35 million! And its owners can now ALSO wear a watch which reflects their passion.

Hublot is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the creation of this vehicle, one of the most legendary in the world, by creating an exclusive complication model, which can be customised with the chassis number engraved on the movement, only eligible for purchase by owners of a 250 GTO.

This watch will be unveiled during an ultra-exclusive dinner for 150 guests from across the world, taking place on 3rd July at Abbaye de Hautvillers, the historic heart of Dom Pérignon, attended by the 24 owners and their 250 GTOs. In a historic first, between the 3rd and 7th July, they will all gather in the Champagne region.

This watch – a very special limited edition – has many features which make it unique: firstly, the 45 mm titanium case – inspired by the Classic Fusion line, which itself was a nod to the world of the classic car – was entirely redesigned, and rounded out, to mimic the magnificent curves of the 250 GTO.

The Tourbillon movement, one of Haute Horlogerie’s grande complications in the world, has been specially manufactured by Hublot in skeleton form to magnificent effect, with the barrel drum located at 12 o’clock featuring a design which evokes the shape of the 250 GTO’s wheel rim.

Finally, the movement bridge on the case-back side can be customised with the chassis number of the watch owner’s vehicle if desired, and the strap is made from barenia calfskin in reference to the upholstery used in cars of this era. The watches are delivered in a Ferrari presentation case specifically made for this edition.

As a reminder, in Italy last November, Hublot and Ferrari announced their partnership which would make the Swiss watchmaking brand the Italian manufacturer’s watch partner. This is no simple agreement for creating a tie-in product, for licensing or sponsorship. The agreement signed covers every single one of Ferrari’s activities, and there really is no end to these: Official Watch for Ferrari, Official Timekeeper for Ferrari, Official Timekeeper for Scuderia Ferrari, Official Watch for Scuderia Ferrari, Official Timekeeper of the Ferrari Challenge, and partner for Ferrari’s special events both in terms of brand image and commercial activities. In short, it is a veritable exchange, a sharing of resources and information announced jointly by Jean-Claude Biver, Chairman of Hublot and Luca Cordero di Montezemolo, Chairman of Ferrari S.p.A.

Hublot Unveils the F1™ King Power Great Britain Watch

Hublot celebrates the 2012 FORMULA 1 SANTANDER BRITISH GRAND PRIX

Written by D Constant for The Watch Review Site

The Home of Formula 1™ as it can be known the base for F1 management and most of its teams, Great Britain has been given its own watch The Hublot F1 King Power Great Britain, by the Official Formula 1 watchmaker HUBLOT. As with all of Hublots, promotional events we see another link with a sporting giant in Formula 1, following on from its UEFA Euro 2012 Watches and Other famous Hublot sponsorships and partnerships we now have our very own Great British F1 inspired Hublot.

The Hublot F1 King Power Great Britain is available as a limited edition timepiece of 250 units worldwide, and as normal these will al be numbered.

This F1 King Power Great Britain has been given its uniqueness by Hublot through several features executed in a range of high-tech materials all inspired by the great sport of Formula 1, we see a carbon fibre and ceramic bezel with a circular grained satin finish, along with multiple holes hence, depicting the high performance brake discs used in F1 and other high powered racing cars.

We also see push buttons for starting and resetting, and a 30-minute to 3-hour counter on the Formula 1 King Power Great Britain.

Following on from the Formula 1 theme the strap is made from black alligator horn back stitched onto black rubber, with red stitching.

This fusion of the materials continues throughout the timepiece with the hublot’s case being made of 18K King Gold. Yes hublot also name their own Gold, The King Gold is the name of the 18 carat gold alloy used by Hublot in its timepieces, and is stated to have an individual and exclusive rose golden colour, which is even redder than the traditional 5N red gold. This Gold Alloy produced by Hublot has increased copper and platinum in order to stabilize the colour over the years and to neutralize the oxidation. As with most things that are unique the exact ingredients in the 18k King Gold is unknown and a company secret.

As we all know Hublot’s reputation dates back three decades, it was the first prestigious Swiss watch brand to fuse precious metals with natural rubber and sparked a revolution in material innovation and aesthetics. As we can see from the Hublot F1 King Power Great Britain, Hublot continues to write the story of the Art of Fusion by combining unusual materials.

As for the movement the Formula 1 Hublot Great Britain is enriched with the in-house HUB4100 Mechanical chronograph with automatic winding movement, comprising of 252 components  and 27 Jewels and it has a power reserve of 42 hours.

Technical Details – Hublot F1 King Power Great Britain

Reference 703.OM.6912.HR.FMC12

Limited Edition Series 250 pieces numbered from 01/250 to 250/250

Case King Power – Diameter 48 mm in 18K King Gold

Bezel Carbon fiber and black ceramic “F1™ brake disc” style

6 H-shaped relief black PVD titanium screws

Crystal Sapphire Ǿ 35.50×3.00 mm, colourless.

Crown Ǿ 8.40 18K King Gold satin-finished, with black rubber insert Screws Black PVD titanium

Push-pieces 2 o’clock with red rubber inserts and black START indication, 4 o’clock black rubber and red RESET indication

Case-back 18K King Gold and crystal

Water resistance 10 ATM, i.e. approx 100 metres

Dial Matt grey and black with 18K red gold platted indexes

Hands Satin-finished 18K red gold hands with black SuperLuminova™

Movement HUB4100 Mechanical chronograph with automatic winding

No. of components 252 – Jewels: 27

Bridges Rhodium-plated, polished & satin-finished

Screws Black PVD

Power reserve Approximately 42 hours

Strap Adjustable black rubber and hornback alligator strap with red stitching

Clasp King Power micro-blasted black PVD titanium deployant buckle, 18K King Gold cap, micro-blasted black ceramic decorative plate, black ink engraving and polished black PVD screws

Hublot Oceanographic 4000 King Gold White

Well there must be something in the water, Literarily straight after introducing you to the Breitling Super Ocean 42mm White Waters Divers Watch we have another White Diver in a very different vein but its still a white diver… Don’t let Hublot hear me say its just a white diver, because its much more than that.

It was 18 months in research and development

It has been tested to depth’s of 5,000m  

It’s Certified Water Resistant to 4,000m

It’s in conjunction with the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco

It’s made out of Gold, Platinum and Titanium

It’s, It’s, It’s ……… NOT JUST A DIVER IT’S A HUBLOT 4,000m DIVERS WATCH

Check out the Photos and Hublot’s Press Release below along with the technical details.

Hublot Press Release June 2012

In association with the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, Hublot unveils a diver’s watch able to withstand the pressure exerted at a depth of 4,000 metres.

It is a symbolic watch. The 4,000m watch. A watch developed for pushing the limits of what is rational and possible. It has taken 18 months of research, development and testing to present, today, the Oceanographic 4000, a watch which can be worn on dives to depths of 4,000 metres, under extreme pressure – an exceptional technical achievement.

For the first time, the famous Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, with the Institut Océanographique Fondation Albert 1st Prince de Monaco – names renowned throughout the world in the fields of marine studies, research and conservation – has agreed to be associated with a watch. Quite some symbol. 

A genuine instrument with technology developed to the extreme, ergonomics for efficiency and ease of handling, this watch was conceived and designed to push the limits of the possible.

Almost all the features of the Oceanographic 4000 are exceptional, in terms of design, development and manufacturing. To be described as diver’s watch, resistant to the pressure exerted at the record depth of 4,000 metres, the watch had to meet the exacting specifications of the international standards of Swiss watchmaking (NIHS).

Starting with its seal, tested by Hublot in a Roxer tank, submerged and pressurised to the equivalent of 5,000 metres. To ensure the watertightness of the watch and to resist this extreme pressure, the synthetic sapphire crystal is 6.5 thick. This is thicker than normal, but is reasonable for this level of resistance. The case back is screw-down, a sine qua non for reaching such depths. It is made of grade 2 titanium, an extremely strong stainless material.

As its case is made of King Gold (18K gold with 5% of platinum which gives this special intense red color), the Oceanographic 4000 is still light on the wrist – although its diameter of 48 mm and its volume is substantial.

From the brightness standpoint, the time and elapsed time measured by the flange must be legible from a distance of 25 cm in the dark. To meet this requirement, the dial, the flange and the hands of the Oceanographic 4000 have been optimised to have a larger surface area treated with SuperLuminova™, a luminescent material emitting a white colour.

The reading method has been made as safe as possible, using an internal rotating flange which is unidirectional and rack-driven, with a dive time indicator. The dive time indicator being placed as close as possible to the dial minimises the risk of inadvertently altering the dive time.

It also makes the dive time easier to read. In accordance with the standard, the Oceanographic 4000 has a minute scale on which the five-minute periods are clearly highlighted.

The watch is fitted with two screw-down crowns (a protective measure that helps ensure water resistance by compression of an O-ring seal).The flange crown which sets the dive time is placed at the 2 o’clock position for easy access and more comfortable use. It is unidirectional, again for safety reasons, with a bayonet fitting and protected by an oversized crown guard, for extra safety and easy operation when handling diving equipment. The second crown, for winding and setting the time and date, is positioned at 4 o’clock to avoid obstruction.

Finally, the Oceanographic 4000 has a helium valve, a feature essential to any diving watch capable of descending to great depths.An essential feature when the watch is used in diving chambers, the helium valve allows gases that have infiltrated the watch during the descent to safely escape during the ascent. The valve fitted to the Oceanographic 4000 is made of stainless steel, positioned at 10 o’clock, visible from the left-hand side lug.

The watch comes with two tongue and buckle straps (“Town” & “Diver”). This type of fastening is more secure than a folding clasp for this type of use, and is also easier to handle and close when using gloves. Note that the design of this buckle is original (because the use of a tongue is rare in the normal Hublot collections) and that its method of attachment to the case is even more so with two small push buttons built into each end of the case to allow the strap to be changed instantly without the use of a screwdriver or any other accessory. The “Town” strap is in white rubber. The “Diver” strap, a blend of white rubber and Nomex™, longer than a standard strap, has been developed to be worn over a diving suit up to 8 mm thick.

The Oceanographic 4000 has been designed to meet the most demanding requirements of both professional divers and watch enthusiasts.

It will enter the history of diving watches which have become legendary.

King Power 48 mm Oceanographic 4000 King Gold White – Technical Details

Reference – 731.OE.21.80.RW

Limited to 100 pieces

Movement Mechanical with automatic winding HUB1401

No. of components 180

Jewels 23

Power Reserve Approximately 42 hours

Water resistance Certified to 400 ATM or 4,000 metres, Tested to 5,000 metres according to the NIHS standards

Case “King Power” – 48 mm diameter in King Gold 18K

Bezel King Gold 18K

6 H-shaped titanium screws

Crystal Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment

Lug bezel White composite resin

Lateral inserts White composite resin

Case back Microblasted satin-finished titanium

Crown Titanium with white rubber insert

Screws Titanium

Dial Matt white

Satin-finished appliques with white SuperLuminova™

Hands Microblasted satin-finished with white SuperLuminova™

Bridges Satin-finished, bevelled & polished Barrel With reinforced spring

Straps Available with two straps – White rubber / White rubber and white Nomex™

Closing system Tongue and buckle in King Gold 18K

Introducing Hublot Big Bang Ferrari Watch 18K Greater China Limited Edition

Hublot Press Release – 17th June 2012

The Art of Fusion celebrating China

Hublot presents Exclusive Big Bang Ferrari Watch 18K Magic Gold & Carbon fiber Greater China Limited Edition

Shared the Passion of 2012 Ferrari Racing Days and Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Asia Pacific

At this occasion, Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot, and Edwin Fenech, President & CEO of Ferrari Greater China, shared this exceptional craftwork together with Ferrari owners and fans from all over the country. It was a bravo for the 360° partnership between Hublot and Ferrari.

Today, Hublot, the unique Swiss luxury company, symbol of the Art of Fusion in watchmaking and Official Timekeeper of Ferrari and the Ferrari Challenge, made a perfect pose on the stage of 2012 Ferrari Racing Days and Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli Asia Pacific Shanghai Stop.

As the tribute to the collaboration between the two top luxury brands and the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the first Ferrari coming to mainland China, Hublot unveiled Big Bang Ferrari watch China – a limited edition of only 50 timepieces – made of Magic Gold and Carbon fiber, an enthusiastic combination of time and speed. Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot, and Edwin Fenech, President & CEO of Ferrari Greater China, shared this exceptional craftwork together with Ferrari owners and fans from all over the country. It was a bravo for the 360° partnership between Hublot and Ferrari.

As one of the most important events of Ferrari in the world, the Ferrari Racing Days and Ferrari Challenge Asia Pacific is the annual carnival of Ferrari owners and fans in this region. As “Official watch” & “Official timekeeper” of Ferrari, all Hublot watches developed with Ferrari shared the same common DNA: sports, performance and technology. The revolutionary concept from Hublot and the innovative spirit from Ferrari illuminate each timepiece. The enormous respect for quality, the pursuit for the perfection of technique and the passion for performance, together make the perfect fusion between Hublot and Ferrari.

The Big Bang Ferrari Magic Gold Watch China Limited Edition sports a large case (45.5 mm in diameter) with a cylindrical bezel made of Carbon Fiber that dramatically showcases the movement visible through the sapphire dial. An indexed crown (with Hublot’s ‘H’ logo automatically positioning itself to remain in line) features elongated push buttons, fixed along a rotating axis like the pedals in a car whilst carbon inserts give the case distinctive look. The minute counter, whose hands and indices recall a Ferrari dashboard, is positioned at 3 o’clock and complemented by date window in ‘Modena’ yellow. The legendary prancing horse is featured discreetly in relief at 9 o’clock.

The UNICO chronograph movement can be compared to the best possible engine to power a racing car, and that it was selected, then designed and developed by Hublot to power the Big Bang Ferrari. With no fewer than 330 components, oscillating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, the column wheel and dual horizontal coupling on the dial side appear in a new constellation reminiscent of Ferrari alloy wheel rims. The timepiece has a 72-hour power reserve, and is water resistant to 100 metres.

Finally, the Big Bang Ferrari incorporates Magic Gold, the product of extensive R&D unveiled barely three months ago. Magic Gold is scratch-resistant 18-carat gold.

The innovation and sophistication that went into the Big Bang Ferrari make it a new sign of recognition, different to the core from any watch presented before. This concept has even been extended to the presentation case for each watch – a true showcase inspired by an engine valve support, made from aluminium, with a built-in rotary system.

The watch comes with two interchangeable straps with an innovative quick-change system inspired by the safety seatbelt mechanism. The tone on tone stitching is a nod to the signature upholstery craftsmanship typical of Ferrari.

The absence of superfluous accessories brings out the fusional and rational aspects of the Big Bang Ferrari Watch China Limited Edition’s unique design, a pure expression of the values – exclusivity, technology, passion and style – that characterize the sports spirit of Ferrari and the inimitable Hublot style. This collection is reserved to collectors and connoisseurs from Greater China.

Hublot King Power Maradona Revealed in Argentina.

Hublot & Maradona in Argentina, an emotional moment celebrating the legendary “El Pibe de Oro”

Last Tuesday, in Buenos Aires in Argentina, Hublot with the Joyeria Simonetta organized an exceptional party in the presence of Diego Maradona to celebrate the Hublot Timepiece King Power Maradona.

We have a few photos as provided by Hublot of the event and the Hublot King Power Maradona, with the Euro’s going on a little football related watch news can’t be bad.

Hundreds of guests were present to celebrate the most famous living legend “El Pibe de Oro” and brand ambassador Hublot Diego Maradona.

Here are some brief Technical information on the Hublot King Power Maradona

SIZE Diameter:  48 mm

DIAL Skeleton Sapphire Dial

BEZEL Bezel in Black Ceramic and Black Rubber

CASE Case in Black Ceramic

STRAP Black Rubber Strap

MOUVEMENT HUB 4245 Self-winding Skeleton 45′ Central Counter Chronograph Movement