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GONE IN 60 SECONDS: Smoke and mirrors – the Hublot Big Bang All Black Sapphire GONE IN 60 SECONDS: Smoke and mirrors – the Hublot Big Bang All Black Sapphire

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: Smoke and mirrors – the Hublot Big Bang All Black Sapphire

Felix Scholz

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Ten years ago Hublot pioneered the black-on-black-on-black look in watches. Sure, it made it hard to read the time, but when your watch looked that cool who could care? They called it (appropriately enough) ‘All Black’ and this year they’ve released a number of special limited editions to celebrate.

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The standout is this not-so-stealthy Big Bang. Instead of PVD or black ceramic, Hublot has created a Dark Crystal Big Bang out of black sapphire, creating a blacked-out watch that’s surprisingly lively on the wrist, full of mirror-like reflections and smoky finishes. Just don’t expect it to fly under the radar.

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Hublot Big Bang Unico All Black Sapphire Australian pricing and availability

The Hublot Big Bang Unico All Black Sapphire, limited to 500 pieces, $81,300.