The Hublot Classic Fusion "Black Magic" translates the brand’s avant-garde material science into the collection's most classically proportioned silhouette. Its 45mm case and bezel are crafted entirely from polished and satin-finished black ceramic, a high-tech and virtually scratch-proof material that embodies the "Art of Fusion" concept. This modern execution is applied to the Classic Fusion design, which serves as a direct homage to the brand's disruptive 1980 original. Inside, the automatic Calibre HUB1143 provides reliable chronograph performance, built upon a proven ETA base with a Dubois-Depraz specialist module.
Founded by Carlo Crocco in 1980, Hublot launched with a disruptive concept that would become its foundational philosophy: "The Art of Fusion." The brand's inaugural timepiece defied all convention by pairing a precious gold case with an industrial natural rubber strap—a combination never before seen in Swiss watchmaking. This act established a forward-thinking identity, prioritizing material innovation and the synthesis of exotic elements.
The brand experienced significant growh with the arrival of Jean-Claude Biver as CEO in 2004 and the subsequent launch of the Big Bang chronograph in 2005. This model, with its multi-component "sandwich" case construction, became the ultimate canvas for the "Art of Fusion" and the cornerstone of the contemporary catalogue. Under this vision, the manufacture has invested heavily in developing in-house movements like the UNICO chronograph and pioneering materials such as scratch-proof Magic Gold.
Overall Grade: 9 / 10 | Mint Condition, Light Visible Wear Production: est. 2024 Contents: Watch Only Genre: Chronograph
Size: 45mm Thickness: approx. 13mm Lug Width: Integrated
Case: Mirrored and satin-finished black ceramic case, light visible wear Bezel: Satin-finished black ceramic bezel with 6 H-shaped titanium screws, light visible wear Dial: Matte black dial, applied rhodium-plated baton indices Hands: Mirror finished rhodium-plated hands
Crown: Mirrored black ceramic push/pull crown and pushers, light visible wear Crystal: Sapphire crystal, light visible wear Bracelet: Black lined rubber strap, light visible wear Caseback: Transparent screwed sapphire crystal caseback, light visible wear Movement: Automatic Chronograph Caliber: HUB1143