Since 2016, Hublot has delighted watch enthusiasts with its exclusive editions celebrating the Chinese New Year.
This year, as we look forward to 2025, the spotlight shines on the Wood Snake, a revered symbol of the Chinese zodiac.
The Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake is a limited-edition masterpiece, with only 88 pieces available, reflecting both luck and exceptional craftsmanship.
Striking Design and Craftsmanship
This exquisite timepiece stands out with its striking design, which captivates the eye across the dial, bezel, and even the black rubber strap that evokes the look of snake scales.
Crafted from durable black ceramic, it boasts water resistance up to 100 meters.
The open-worked dial reveals an intricate view of the chronograph’s inner workings, including a date wheel that gracefully encircles the dial’s edge.
Enhancing the visual experience, a stunning, three-dimensional gold-plated serpent elegantly twists around the chronograph counters and the small seconds hand.
Achieving such intricate detail, Hublot employs advanced laser technology for unparalleled precision, and the skeleton hands, date window, and hour markers meld together beautifully in a harmonious color scheme.
Performance and Mechanism
At its heart, this remarkable watch is powered by the automatic skeleton chronograph caliber HUB4700, a modern interpretation of the iconic El Primero movement.
With an impressive frequency of 5 Hz, it offers a power reserve of 50 hours, ensuring reliability and performance.
Specifications and Pricing
Measuring 42mm wide and 14.1mm thick, the Spirit of Big Bang Year of the Snake also showcases Hublot’s innovative One-Click mechanism, making strap changes a breeze.
This luxurious timepiece is priced at $35,100.
For more details, feel free to explore Hublot’s official website.
Source: Watchtime