Pioneering the “Art of Fusion”—combining satin-brushed Grade 5 titanium, micro-blasted black/white ceramic, 18k King Gold, and lined vulcanized rubber—Hublot occupies a bold, architectural niche in modern luxury horology. In 2026, two distinct models lead US collector demand: the openworked flyback chronograph Big Bang Unico (42mm & 44mm/45mm) perfected by BBF / HB Factory, and the ultra-sleek three-hand Classic Fusion (42mm & 45mm) perfected by JJ+F / WWF.
- Dial-Side Exposed Column Wheel at 6 o’Clock (BBF Big Bang Unico): Unlike standard chronographs that hide their mechanisms on the back, the genuine Hublot HUB1280 places its star-shaped column wheel and horizontal double-clutch directly on the front skeleton dial at 6 o’clock. BBF cloned the entire HUB1280 architecture so you watch the column wheel rotate with every pusher press!
- One-Click Trapezoidal Strap Release (Big Bang Unico): Pressing the engraved trapezoidal button at 12 and 6 o’clock detaches the structured rubber strap instantly.
- 9.8mm Ultra-Slim Titanium Case (JJ+F Classic Fusion 42mm): Because the genuine Classic Fusion uses a modified Sellita SW300 movement, JJ+F’s Grade 5 titanium build with aligned H-screws is virtually 100% indistinguishable from genuine.
1. Big Bang Unico (42mm & 45mm): Inside the Clone HUB1280 Flyback Skeleton
Look directly through the anti-reflective sapphire dial of our Hublot Big Bang Unico Titanium Skeleton Chronograph, the stealth Hublot Big Bang Unico Black Magic Ceramic, or Hublot Big Bang Unico 45mm BBF Skeleton Ceramic. You can trace the entire skeletonized calendar ring around the perimeter of the movement as it frames the date window inside the 3 o’clock 60-minute chronograph register. Multi-piece “sandwich” case construction layers Kevlar/composite lateral inserts between the bezel and caseback, fastened by six genuine H-shaped titanium screws.
| Hublot Model | Factory Benchmark | Movement Installed | Key Material & Design Spec |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Bang Unico 42mm / 44mm | BBF / HB Factory | Clone HUB1280 Flyback Skeleton | Working 6h Front Column Wheel + One-Click Strap |
| Big Bang Unico Black/White Ceramic | BBF / HB Factory | Clone HUB1280 Flyback | Micro-Blasted Zirconia Ceramic Case & Bezel |
| Classic Fusion 42mm / 45mm | JJ+F / WWF | Cal.HUB1110 (2892 / SW300) | Grade 5 Satin Titanium + 9.8mm Slim Profile |
| Spirit of Big Bang (Tonneau) | V6F / BBF | Skeleton Chrono Cal.HUB4700 | Barrel-Shaped Multi-Layer Titanium/Ceramic |
2. Classic Fusion 42mm (JJ+F): Understated Titanium & Sunburst Dials
If the Big Bang Unico is an exotic supercar for the wrist, the Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm is a tailored Italian suit. Compare our Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm JJ+F Sunburst Blue, Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm JJ+F Sunburst Racing Green, Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm JJ+F Matte Black, and Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm Opaline White.
- ⌚ Hublot Big Bang Unico Grade 5 Titanium — Exposed 6 o’clock Column Wheel & Flyback Chrono
- ⌚ Hublot Big Bang Unico Black Magic Ceramic — Micro-Blasted Black Ceramic & Lined Rubber
- ⌚ Hublot Big Bang Unico White Ceramic — High-Contrast White Ceramic & Black Anodized Bridges
- ⌚ Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm JJ+F Blue Titanium — Consensus NWBIG 9.8mm Ultra-Slim Profile
- ⌚ Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm JJ+F Sunburst Green — Satin/Mirror Brushed Grade 5 Titanium
Collector FAQ & Pre-Shipment QC Answers
Why do collectors consider the JJ+F Hublot Classic Fusion 42mm a true NWBIG watch?
Because Hublot itself uses a Sellita SW300-1 base movement in the genuine $8,500 retail Classic Fusion! With JJ+F’s Grade 5 titanium brushing, aligned H-screws, and 28,800 vph slim movement, there is zero functional or visual difference from retail.
Is the column wheel on the front of the BBF Big Bang Unico real or a fake gear?
On BBF and HB Factory Big Bang Unico models, it is a 100% functional mechanical column wheel that visibly indexes and rotates every time you start, stop, or reset the chronograph.
