About This Watch
The Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium is the quintessential modern Hublot — a 42mm flyback chronograph powered by the in-house HUB1280 caliber, housed in a lightweight titanium case that embodies the brand's Art of Fusion philosophy. Titanium is arguably the ideal material for the Big Bang platform: lightweight at just 120 grams, hypoallergenic, extraordinarily corrosion-resistant, and with a distinctive matte grey finish that sets it apart from both steel and precious metals. The skeletonized dial showcases the HUB1280 movement in all its mechanical glory, with the column-wheel chronograph mechanism visible at 6 o'clock and the date display at 3. The flyback function adds genuine horological sophistication, allowing the chronograph to be reset and restarted in a single pusher press. With 72 hours of power reserve, the Unico Titanium offers weekend-proof reliability that ensures it's always ready to wear. The microblasted titanium case and bezel provide a uniform satin texture that resists fingerprints and minor scratches, maintaining its appearance through daily wear. The characteristic H-shaped bezel screws in matching titanium create visual continuity throughout the design. This reference represents the sweet spot of the Big Bang Unico range — manufacture movement, premium materials, and Hublot's full design language at a price point that, while not inexpensive, delivers genuine value within the luxury chronograph segment.
Specifications
Movement
| Movement Type | Automatic |
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| Caliber | HUB1280 |
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| Power Reserve | 72 hours |
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| Frequency | 28,800 vph |
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| Jewels | 38 |
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Case
| Case Diameter | 42.0mm |
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| Case Thickness | 14.5mm |
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| Case Material | Titanium |
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| Crystal | Sapphire |
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| Bezel | Fixed, 6 H-shaped titanium screws |
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| Dial Color | Skeleton |
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| Lug Width | 22mm |
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| Lug-to-Lug | 48.0mm |
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Features
| Water Resistance | 100m / 328ft |
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| Bracelet/Strap | Black rubber strap with deployant buckle |
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| Clasp | Deployant buckle |
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| Weight | 120g |
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| Complications | ChronographFlybackDate |
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