The story behind this Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph
The House of Hublot bases its identity on the art of fusion. Founded in 1980, the brand overturned the traditional codes of fine watchmaking by combining a precious metal case with a natural rubber strap for the very first time. The Classic Fusion line draws its direct inspiration from the brand's first founding designs, with its famous bezel fixed by 6 visible H-shaped screws, reminiscent of the portholes on luxury ships. The integration of this Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Titanium Blue 45 mm reference 521.NX.7170.LR illustrates a major technical development by the brand. The fascinating anecdote about this model lies in the design of its bracelet. To compensate for the usual fragility of alligator leather in the face of perspiration, Hublot invented the concept of the Gummy Alligator strap, painstakingly sewing genuine alligator skin onto a high-quality rubber core, thus fusing the luxury of traditional craftsmanship with the resilience of the sporting world.
Case, calibre and bracelet of this Classic Fusion Chronograph
The 45 mm-diameter case is fashioned from titanium, an alloy offering great robustness and surprising lightness on the wrist. The finish alternates vertical brushing on the bezel and mirror polishing on the chamfered edges. The blue dial catches the light intensely thanks to a deep sunray treatment. It features 2 azure sub-dials for chronograph read-off and a date window at 6 o'clock. The rhodium-plated applied hour-markers and facetted hands stand out clearly from the case-back for optimum legibility. The watch is powered by calibre HUB1143, a self-winding mechanical movement comprising 280 parts. It operates at a frequency of 4 Hz and has a 42-hour power reserve. The sapphire crystal caseback reveals an openworked tungsten oscillating weight. The piece is worn on its famous strap combining blue alligator leather and rubber, secured by a stainless steel folding clasp.
Why this Hublot watch
The interest of this piece on the pre-owned market lies in its singular balance. The titanium offers exceptional wearing comfort for an imposing diameter, while the blue sunray dial adds an undeniable touch of elegance. The bicompax design of the chronograph reinforces the sporty look without overpowering the overall design. Enthusiasts will particularly appreciate this configuration, which allows uncompromising everyday use, combining the technicality of modern materials with a useful watchmaking complication. Its current price positioning provides access to one of the manufacture's emblematic collections with a transparent maintenance history, a reassuring asset for a demanding enthusiast.
Delivered contents and condition
This example is offered with its complete set. The watch comes with its original box with its characteristic internal mirror, card holder, tag and electronic warranty dated March 2021. In addition, a service invoice from Hublot's official after-sales service dated August 2023 confirms recent mechanical maintenance. The watch has been worn and has scratches from use on the titanium case and bezel. The bracelet and buckle show slight signs of wear. This aesthetic condition reflects the watch's history, but a full polish can be carried out at the buyer's request to restore it to its original raw lustre.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. The watch comes with a 24-month guarantee. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. As the leading second-hand retailer in Switzerland and with the largest network of boutiques, we offer online booking for onsite fitting and collection or fully secure international shipping.
* Good condition - watch already worn. Some signs of wear (micro scratches, wear marks...). Fully functional and tested by our partner watchmakers.
