Hublot Essential Grey series takes a bold step forward with its third chapter. The 2024 release introduces two new Classic Fusion models in a radiant grey, available exclusively online. This annual release has become a highly anticipated event, with collectors eagerly awaiting the chance to complete their set of this iconic series.
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The Essential Grey collection has garnered a loyal following thanks to its exclusivity: a single model, a single color, once a year, sold through a single channel. This year’s offering, the Classic Fusion Essential Grey, promises to live up to its predecessors’ reputation. Previous editions include the Big Bang Unico Essential Grey and the Spirit of Big Bang Essential Grey, and those who have secured these pieces are now thrilled to complete the trio.
Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot, remarks, “The Essential Grey is one of our most eagerly awaited recurring series. It’s the kind of curve ball we like at Hublot: At a time when so many brands and studios are struggling to guess what the next colour trend will be, we have decided to keep this essential grey, unique and different, year after year, because we know it will be a timeless collector’s item. In fact, its success proves that it already is!”
The choice of the Classic Fusion model for this year’s Essential Grey was intentional. Hublot often emphasizes the significance of its foundational models, complementing its more avant-garde creations. This aligns with their recent introduction of streamlined ‘Time Only’ versions of the Big Bang, showcasing the brand’s commitment to timeless elegance alongside bold innovation.
The 2024 Classic Fusion Essential Grey pieces are exemplary of this ethos. Both models feature 100% titanium cases and bezels, available in 42 mm and 45 mm sizes. They retain the signature elements of the Classic Fusion line: an integrated bracelet, satin-finished bezel with six functional screws, exclusive textured rubber strap, and a sunray finished dial with three central hands and a discreet date window.
A notable detail that discerning collectors will appreciate is the tailored fit of the calibers to the differing case sizes. The 42 mm model houses the HUB1110 caliber, a slim 3.61 mm movement, while the 45 mm version is powered by the HUB1112 movement, measuring 4.26 mm. This meticulous attention to detail underscores Hublot’s dedication to horological excellence.
Despite their size differences, both models offer the same level of mechanical sophistication, boasting a 42-hour power reserve. This “made-to-measure” approach ensures that each watch maintains a perfect balance of form and function, embodying Hublot’s legacy of creating iconic, timeless pieces.
The Classic Fusion Essential Grey: Volume III is a stunning addition to Hublot’s Essential Grey series. It highlights the brand’s mastery in blending elegance with innovation, solidifying its status as a leading name in watchmaking. Collectors and enthusiasts alike will undoubtedly be eager to add this exquisite model to their collections.
such a cool design! love what hublot is doing lately … not taking account some of the most ugliest watch design that they have
Literally the first Hublot watch i have seen and liked so far, everything else looks cheap and badly designed….