In the Big Bang Integrated Tourbillon Full Carbon by Hublot a tourbillon with a micro-rotor is showcased on the skeleton dial inside a hi-tech case made of carbon fibre, which is ultra-light and weighs a mere 68 grams.
Giving it maximum resistance is the Texalium coating. The predominant chromosome in Hublot's DNA is fusion of materials and there can be no fusion without prior research and development.
It is with this in mind that the brand has developed Texalium, a composite of glass fibre mixed with aluminium. The fibreglass is encased in a special resin to offer shock resistance, while the scratch-resistant aluminium has a purity grade of 99.99%. There is no shortage of Big Bang hallmarks, such as the crown with its rubber insert, the two side lugs protecting the case middle and the six functional H-shaped screws on the bezel.
The bracelet is also made of the same fusion of materials and its total weight is just 26 grams: one of the lightest available on the market. Its integrated structure in the case makes it extremely comfortable on the wrist.
Each mesh was individually constructed and finished to create the perfect surface in terms of quality. This was no small challenge given the inherent complexity of composite materials such as Texalium and carbon fibre, which react differently to cutting, machining and beveling processes.
On the dial, the suspended tourbillon is visible at 6 o'clock, integrated on a skeletonised plate with transparent sapphire bridges, allowing light to enter to maximise the complex structure of the movement. It is the automatic HUB6035 calibre, beating at a frequency of 3 Hz and offering a 72-hour power reserve. At 12 o'clock is the micro-rotor personalised with the Hublot logo. Limited edition of 50 pieces.
Price132,000 euro.
