Hublot’s innovation in luxury watchmaking

The Swiss watchmaking firm Hublot was founded in 1980 and since then has surprised the world with its multitude of watch creations under its slogan “The Art of Fusion“. Hublot is one of the most disruptive watchmaking firms, capable of playing with shapes, materials and technical details to break with the more traditional aesthetics of watches.

The Hublot Manufacture

Hublot has created an innovative creation centre in Nyon, where the watchmaking of the future takes shape today. In this space, the brand is dedicated not only to technical perfection, but also to sustainability, making use of materials that minimise its environmental impact. As a luxury brand, Hublot takes responsibility for actively contributing to a more sustainable future, fusing the latest in technology with the master craftsmanship that characterises its timepieces.

Hublot's innovation in luxury watchmaking

By integrating innovation and tradition, Hublot has achieved a perfect synergy between high technology and watchmaking expertise. From the development of micro-components for movements to the creation of cases and dials, every detail is carefully worked out by a multidisciplinary team of watchmakers, physicists, chemists and engineers. This collaboration enables the company to take watchmaking to new horizons, constantly pushing technical and aesthetic boundaries. In addition, Hublot’s ability to produce its own movements and develop pioneering materials such as coloured ceramics and sapphire reinforces its image as an innovative brand committed to excellence.

The materials used by Hublot

Hublot has positioned itself as a leader in the use of advanced materials in watchmaking. Over the years, it has developed and perfected the use of innovative elements in addition to the aesthetic character of its creations, without neglecting the resistance of these timepieces. Among the most prominent materials are Magic Gold, high-tech ceramic, synthetic sapphire and rubber.

Magic Gold

Magic Gold, developed and patented by Hublot, is a revolution in precious metals. This 18-carat gold alloy is the first and only one in the world to offer total scratch resistance, making it a particularly attractive material for those who lead an active lifestyle. Despite its hardness, Magic Gold retains all the aesthetic qualities of traditional gold, maintaining its lustre and polished finish over time. With this innovation, Hublot has succeeded in redefining expectations about the performance of gold in luxury watchmaking.

Ceramics

Another of Hublot’s breakthroughs is the use of high-tech ceramics in its cases and bezels. This ultra-hard material, produced from zirconium sintered at extremely high temperatures, is highly resistant to scratches, with only diamond being able to affect it. In addition to its hardness, ceramic allows the creation of watches with a highly visual appearance, available in unusual shades such as red, blue and green.

Sapphire

In its constant quest to fuse movement and design, Hublot has perfected the use of synthetic sapphire in the manufacture of transparent cases. This material, developed in-house by its engineers and chemists, allows a clear view of the watch’s calibre while ensuring the protection of the mechanism. Hublot has succeeded in transforming sapphire into an aesthetic asset of great value, presenting it not only in its transparent form but also in shades of blue, yellow and red, thus creating very interesting timepieces.

Rubber

The use of rubber is one of Hublot’s hallmarks. Since the brand first introduced it in 1980, combined with a gold case, rubber has symbolised the manufacture’s contemporary approach. This material offers a high degree of comfort and resistance, adapted to the demands of a modern luxury watch.

The movements created by Hublot

For Hublot, a watch movement is much more than a mechanism capable of telling the time, it is its way of showcasing the technical mastery and innovation that define the brand. With the aim of offering the very best in precision and reliability, Hublot has developed a series of calibres that have made waves in the world of watchmaking.

Unico

The Unico calibre is the first movement developed in-house by Hublot. This self-winding chronograph is characterised by its innovative design and precision. Measuring 30 mm x 30 mm and 6.75 mm thick, the Unico is made up of 354 components, giving it remarkable technical sophistication. Its 72-hour power reserve makes it an efficient and reliable movement for everyday use.

Meca-10 10-Day Power Reserve

The Meca-10 movement stands out for its impressive 10-day power reserve, a rare feature in modern watchmaking. Measuring 34.8 mm x 34.8 mm and 6.8 mm thick, this calibre incorporates an innovative rack-and-pinion display system, adding visual complexity to the already remarkable engineering of the piece. It is composed of 223 components, demonstrating Hublot’s commitment to technical excellence.

Tourbillon Power Reserve 5 Days MP-11

The MP-11 is an exceptional movement, with a power reserve of 14 days guaranteed by seven in-line barrels visible through the dial of the watch. Measuring 34.8 mm x 34.8 mm and 10.95 mm thick, this calibre is made up of 270 components. Its design demonstrates Hublot’s technical mastery in the creation of complex movements combining aesthetics and functionality, offering an unrivalled experience in terms of durability and precision.

Tourbillon Automático

The Tourbillon Automatic is Hublot’s first automatic tourbillon manufacture movement, a clear demonstration of the watchmaking expertise that the brand has been perfecting since 2007. Measuring 33.80 mm x 33.80 mm and 7.37 mm thick, this calibre is made up of 243 components. Its 3-day power reserve, combined with the complexity of the tourbillon, places this movement among the most advanced in the field of haute horlogerie.

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