Hublot, founded in 1980 by Carlo Crocco, pioneered the concept of combining precious metals with rubber — revolutionary in an era when gold watches came exclusively on leather or metal bracelets. Jean-Claude Biver transformed the brand from 2004, creating the Big Bang and positioning Hublot as the "Art of Fusion" through innovative materials including ceramic, sapphire crystal cases, and carbon fiber.
Hublot manufactures in-house movements at their Nyon facility, including the UNICO chronograph (column-wheel, flyback, 72hr power reserve). The UNICO is a genuine manufacture calibre with visible mechanics. Entry-level Classic Fusion models may use modified Sellita movements, which offer reliable but less exclusive specifications.
Hublot polarizes the watch community — you either love the bold aesthetic or you don't. Availability is generally good at authorized dealers. Grey market discounts of 20-35% are common. If the design appeals to you, the secondary market offers excellent value since depreciation is significant.
Service intervals are every 4-5 years with costs of $800-$1,500 depending on movement complexity. Hublot's service network is extensive through the LVMH group infrastructure, and turnaround times are generally reasonable.
Hublot has the steepest depreciation among luxury watch brands, typically 40-60% from retail within 2-3 years. This makes new purchases a poor value proposition but creates genuine opportunities on the secondary market. A pre-owned Big Bang UNICO at 50% off retail is a lot of watch for the money.
Ranked by WVS Value Score — the models that best preserve your investment.
| # | Model | Market | Own/Yr | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Bang 301.SX.1170.RX | $9,500 | $793/yr | 65 |
| 2 | Classic Fusion 542.NX.1171.RX | $5,500 | $493/yr | 64 |
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