Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium

Hublot Big Bang · Ref. 421.NX.1170.RX

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 TypeAutomatic
CaliberHUB1280
Power Reserve72 hours
Frequency28,800 vph
Jewels38

Case

Case Diameter42.0mm
Case Thickness14.5mm
Case MaterialTitanium
CrystalSapphire
BezelFixed, 6 H-shaped titanium screws
Dial ColorSkeleton
Lug Width22mm
Lug-to-Lug48.0mm

Features

Water Resistance100m / 328ft
Bracelet/StrapBlack rubber strap with deployant buckle
ClaspDeployant buckle
Weight120g
Complications
ChronographFlybackDate

Pricing

Retail (MSRP)
$19,900
Market Price
$15,500