Hublot Classic Fusion Vegas 525.CO.0181.HR.LVB16 Men's Watch in 18 Karat Gold
View Similar Items
Hublot Classic Fusion Vegas 525.CO.0181.HR.LVB16 Men's Watch in 18 Karat Gold
About the Item
Hublot
Born into the family behind the Binda Group watchmaking company, Italian watchmaker Carlo Crocco (b. 1944) decided to leave the dynasty to create his own company called MDM Genève in 1976. He spent the next few years developing his bold debut product: the Hublot watch.
Named for the French word for “porthole,” the Hublot, which debuted at the 1980 Baselworld watch and jewelry trade show, did indeed look like a porthole. What made the watch stand out, however, was its radical “fusion” approach to design — that is, the combination of a complex gold case with a band made from rubber. At the time, most high-end watches featured wristbands crafted from luxury materials, so the humble rubber material was a radical shift from fashion trends.
The rubber wristband wasn’t just made from any old rubber. Crocco reportedly spent $1 million developing the material to create the perfect blend of durability and style. The result was a watch that felt sportier than its competition but had all the technical makings of a luxury timepiece. Crocco’s risk paid off, with A-list clients from Prince Albert of Monaco to Jay-Z strapping Hublots to their wrists (the latter collaborated with the brand to produce two watches in 2013).
In 2004, watchmaker Jean-Claude Biver became CEO of the company, pushing the brand into the 21st century, including through major collaborations with athletes like sprinter Usain Bolt and artists like Shepard Fairey. In 2005, Hublot launched the Big Bang watch, a fresh statement on the brand’s inventive mixing of tradition and technology with options ranging from gold and a tire-tread-like rubber to a sapphire crystal casing. Other models include the Classic Fusion in 2008, which recalls the 1980s design, and the Manufacture Pieces (MP) collection, which features complex movements. The luxury Swiss watch company continues to innovate, all the while staying true to its “art of fusion” roots.
Find a collection of Hublot watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Hublot Classic Fusion 542.NX.1171.LR.1704 Unisex Watch in TitaniumBy HublotLocated in New York, NYHublot Classic Fusion 542.NX.1171.LR.1704 Unisex Watch in Titanium SKU: 128674 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Hublot Model: Classic Fusion Country of Origin: S...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
MaterialsTitanium
- Hublot Berluti Scritto King Gold 521.OX.0500.VR.BER17 Men's Watch in Rose GoldBy HublotLocated in New York, NYHublot Berluti Scritto King Gold 521.OX.0500.VR.BER17 Men's Watch in Rose Gold SKU: 123097 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Hublot Model: Berluti Scritto King ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
MaterialsRose Gold
- Rolex Day-Date 1803 Men's Watch in 18 Karat Yellow GoldBy RolexLocated in New York, NYRolex Day-Date 1803 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 129876 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Rolex Model: Day-Date Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: Automatic/Kinetic Year Manufactured: 1969 Year of Manufacture: 1960-1969 Condition: Another first from Rolex, the Day-Date was born in 1956 and was the first chronometer watch to include the date and the day, spelled in full. To this day, the Day-Date is recognized for its precision and reliability. In excellent condition and recently serviced by a Rolex watchmaker...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
MaterialsYellow Gold
- Rolex Cellini Prince 5441/9 Men's Watch in 18 Karat White GoldBy RolexLocated in New York, NYRolex Cellini Prince 5441/9 Men's Watch in 18kt White Gold SKU: 130187 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Rolex Model: Cellini Prince Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
MaterialsWhite Gold
- Piaget Altiplano GOA34116 P10524 Men's Watch in 18 Karat Rose GoldBy PiagetLocated in New York, NYPRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Piaget Model: Altiplano Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: Hand-winding Year of Manufacture: 2010-2019 CASE DETAILS Case Shape: Round C...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
MaterialsRose Gold
- Hublot Big Bang Unico 411.NX.5179.RX Men's Watch in TitaniumBy HublotLocated in New York, NYHublot Big Bang Unico 411.NX.5179.RX Men's Watch in Titanium SKU: 132602 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Hublot Model: Big Bang Unico Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: Automatic/Kinetic Year Manufactured: 2021 Year of Manufacture: 2020-2029 Condition: Enter the room with a bang. Described as Hublot’s ‘flagship model’, the Big Bang watch...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
MaterialsTitanium
- Hublot 18k Rose Gold Classic FusionBy HublotLocated in New York, NYThis 42mm Hublot Classic Fusion in 18K Rose Gold is an elegant and unique sports watch in pristine condition. Its classic look captures architecture & d...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials18k Gold, Rose Gold
- Hublot Classic Fusion Ceramic Blue 45mm Men's Watch 510.CM.7170.CMBy HublotLocated in Wilmington, DE- Hublot Classic Fusion – elegance reinvented - Presented in a durable 45mm black satin-finished and polished ceramic case - Powered by the reliable in-house HUB1112 self-winding mov...Category
2010s Wrist Watches
- Hublot Classic Fusion Black Magic 45mm Black Dial Men's Watch 511.CM.1171.RXBy HublotLocated in Wilmington, DEThe Art of Fusion is expressed right through to the heart of the movement. Simple watches with innovative watchmaking concepts, Hublot has created a range of unique “in-house” moveme...Category
2010s Wrist Watches
- Hublot Classic MDM Quartz Men's Stainless Steel/Gold Watch w/ Rubber Band 1521.2By HublotLocated in Sherman Oaks, CAHublot Classic MDM Quartz Men's Stainless Steel/Gold Watch w/ Rubber Band 1521.2 Model #1521.2 Serial #2813XX Movement #955412 Stainless Steel Round Case w/ Riveted Gold Accents (Cro...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
MaterialsGold, Stainless Steel, Steel
- Hublot Classic Fusion Blue Dial Titanium Automtic Mens Watch 511.NX.7170.LRBy HublotLocated in New York, NYUnworn. Can have minor blemishes on the band during storing and handling. Comes with the original box and papers. Brand: Hublot Type: Wristwatch Department: Men Model Number: 511...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
MaterialsTitanium
- Rolex Cellini Classic 18k White Gold Men's Watch 5115/9By RolexLocated in Dallas, TXRolex Cellini Classic 18k White Gold Men's Watch 5115/9 - Manual winding. 18k white gold case (32mm diameter). Black dial. Strap band with 18k white gold Rolex buckle...Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
Created by a Woman in the 1990s, the Chopard Happy Sport Watch Was a Trailblazer
Floating diamonds add a dose of whimsy to this elegant timepiece.
Serious about Aesthetics and Accuracy? This Japanese Watch Is for You
Based on a 1967 design, the Grand Seiko reference SBGA415 combines classic good looks with impressive precision.