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Goodwatch · 22 June 2009, 02:43 AM

At first I could hardly look at these type of watches but slowly I'm starting to take a liking to them. Opinions please. Stayed too long on board of the ugly train, passable or nice watch?

Mosco · 22 June 2009, 07:31 AM

absolutely gorgeous... Love the blue undertones!

diablojota · 22 June 2009, 07:55 AM

I like this particular watch. Don't typically like these, but the blue really sets it off.

GMTJOHNNY · 22 June 2009, 09:58 AM

I like it. The head of Hublot is a real creative guy. His disruptive approach to design and marrying different raw materials (namely ceramic, gold and rubber) is ingenious. Close to Rolex....BUT...Hublot are a bit more fast-fashion I think. Big Bang today, Black Hole tomorrow sort of thing.

Latrodectus · 22 June 2009, 10:47 AM

The black and blue looks good together. The bezel is not so nice.

SDDS · 22 June 2009, 11:14 PM

amazing...beautiful

Mosco · 23 June 2009, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Latrodectus

The black and blue looks good together. The bezel is not so nice.

Fred,

That bezel feels much better than it looks - it is all ceramic! I have an all-black version of this watch and at nearly 50mm is is a BEAST. I wasn't sure about it until I saw it in person, I think the overall composition is excellent!

GMTJOHNNY · 23 June 2009, 11:26 AM

I tried on several Hublot watches over the weekend. I must say, they feel great! I compared to Panerai which I think are huge, and Hublot felt very natural. They have a plethora to choose from as well. Tantalum really caught my eye as did the blue one above. I stopped trying to remember prices when they were mostly over $15,000. To me, that is another DD in the 118238 style!

boa2 · 24 June 2009, 01:20 AM

Beautiful watches, and very comfortable. Also, Hublot is a hands-on company, with a very nice community of owners. The downside, in my opinion, is that like many of the big, colorful watches we've seen emerge in the past few years, eventually they will become associated with a period that we're no longer living in.

I was surprised to hear the same from salespeople in two prominent ADs carrying Hublot, who also believe that (in their words) "this is an aesthetic that will appeal for a limited time only".

But...if that time is now for you, then by all means!

chu88y · 24 June 2009, 01:40 AM

buy the watch if you like it
buy the watch if you like the price
but remember todays fashion is tomorrows sales rack.I would buy a classic over a fashion watch everytime.

migboy · 24 June 2009, 10:07 AM

very nice!!!

The GMT Master · 25 June 2009, 05:31 AM

Love the dial, not so keen on the rest of the watch. Blue on a watch dial looks so good

rmcarlton · 2 July 2009, 12:20 AM

Not my favorite of the collection. I like the all black version.

hflee55 · 15 July 2009, 02:27 PM

i like it but find it just overpriced in my opinion.

1000ftSub · 22 July 2009, 11:02 AM

I have a big bang

I got it about a month ago and really like the feel of the band. You would think rubber can bend very easy, but feels very strong and well built. Its a very enjoyable time piece to own.

stripec30 · 22 July 2009, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmcarlton

not my favorite of the collection. I like the all black version.

+1

scottschoe · 22 July 2009, 08:15 PM

They have some very eyecatching pieces, but the cockeyed screws always throw me for a loop. Maybe one day...

credit to wb! on TZ

Goodwatch · 23 July 2009, 05:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmcarlton

Not my favorite of the collection. I like the all black version.

Do you mean the version where even the numbers on the dial are black? That's a bit TOO black for me and that's why I like this blue-toned version better

Numismatist · 23 July 2009, 05:31 AM

Just saw it a few days ago in the San Juan Airport of all places in the duty free store. Didn't quite know what to make of it...

1000ftSub · 24 July 2009, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmcarlton

Not my favorite of the collection. I like the all black version.

Is this the watch, you have very good taste!

allanofcalifornia · 24 July 2009, 02:32 AM

Like the watch but not fond of the strap.

Allan

JG1984 · 28 July 2009, 10:43 AM

Mike,

That is an awesome watch. I recently heard that Hubolt was the first watch company to make the all black-out watch. They make an even darker one, with a slightly tinted face(real nice).

Watches are a fairly new interest of mine, but absolutely love Hublot. I used to think the larger the face the cooler the watch. Boy was I wrong. What would all of you reccomend I start looking into as a beginner to the luxury watch world?

thedon · 2 August 2009, 12:37 AM

I have purchased my BB King All Black Hublot last December in Poland. after that I moved to Vienna where I reside now.. Walkin by a watch shop, I stop and look at the window as usual, can not not stop when I am next to a watch store.. I heard this gentleman spoke in French and English with a couple, they were looking at the Hublots that were in the window, he said something about the Big Bang King All Black (it wasn't in the window), I couldn't help my self but flash it in their face, and asked them if they wanted to have a look at it or ask some questions about this particular piece, the gentleman smiled a big smile and asked me for my name and address.. I was shocked to answer him, I asked him why, and he replied to send me an extended warranty till 2015.. the watch comes with only 2 years warranty, so December 2010 was the deadline for my warranty.

Apparently, I have crossed paths with Mr. Jean-Claude Biver - CEO.. this is his hand written warranty extension.. (Now tell me this is not a way to keep customers loyal.. individual care from the CEO him self.. do you know any other CEO that does that?)

and below some pictures I just took for my piece..

Goodwatch · 2 August 2009, 01:42 AM

Very, very nice and what a story! Truly amazing! And although I'm sure you want to keep the watch, a handwritten warranty extension like this one will enhance the value of the watch. Thanks for sharing

madgpol · 2 August 2009, 02:03 AM

I love the Ice Bang out of them all. I think it is as close to classic as you will get with the Big Bang. I tried on a few in London today and I have big wrists the Big Bang King at 48mm(I think) did not feel right and if anything a little cheap imho. The Ice bang however felt great. I too am impressed with JCB's involvement with his customers and the 5 year warranty says alot about his belief in the brand.

The finish is very good but some of the pieces I fear will not stand the test of time.

thedon · 3 August 2009, 09:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by madgpol

I love the Ice Bang out of them all. I think it is as close to classic as you will get with the Big Bang. I tried on a few in London today and I have big wrists the Big Bang King at 48mm(I think) did not feel right and if anything a little cheap imho. The Ice bang however felt great. I too am impressed with JCB's involvement with his customers and the 5 year warranty says alot about his belief in the brand.

The finish is very good but some of the pieces I fear will not stand the test of time.

Technically, I bought the watch end of 2008.. and he gave me the extended warranty till end of 2015.. so technically it's 7 years

SSD · 4 August 2009, 01:24 AM

The newer trend toward "blackout" watches is gaining in popularity, to be sure. Not always to my particular taste. However, blue is my favorite color, and the undertones on this particular reference have brought a blend to the piece that caught my eye quite well! I like it a lot.

sandytn · 13 August 2009, 11:54 AM

I think they are way overpriced. Most if not all the watches have ETA movements.

I would prefer AP over Hublot anyday.

22 June 2009, 02:43 AM	#1
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	Hublot At first I could hardly look at these type of watches but slowly I'm starting to take a liking to them. Opinions please. Stayed too long on board of the ugly train, passable or nice watch? __________________ Member# 127

22 June 2009, 07:31 AM	#2
Mosco "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Greg Location: Cincinnati Watch: I like to... Posts: 18,567	absolutely gorgeous... Love the blue undertones! __________________ Instagram - @CaliberSwiss *“A man who procrastinates in his choosing will inevitably have his choice made for him by circumstance.” - Hunter S. Thompson*

22 June 2009, 07:55 AM	#3
diablojota "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Real Name: Frank Location: Chattanooga, TN Watch: SS Submariner Date Posts: 4,042	I like this particular watch. Don't typically like these, but the blue really sets it off. __________________ RTFT - Read The Friggin' Thread FcB

22 June 2009, 09:58 AM	#4
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	I like it. The head of Hublot is a real creative guy. His disruptive approach to design and marrying different raw materials (namely ceramic, gold and rubber) is ingenious. Close to Rolex....BUT...Hublot are a bit more fast-fashion I think. Big Bang today, Black Hole tomorrow sort of thing. __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

22 June 2009, 10:47 AM	#5
Latrodectus 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Fred Location: KY, USA Watch: GMT-Master II Posts: 9,999	The black and blue looks good together. The bezel is not so nice. __________________ Member # 16057 4-Hands Club Tosser Club Member TRF Skypers Group

22 June 2009, 11:14 PM	#6
SDDS "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Real Name: Yazan Location: Canada Posts: 4,782	amazing...beautiful __________________ Patek Philippe 5167 Patek Philippe 5905P black dial Rolex Deepsea 116660 M series Rolex Oysterquartz 17000 N series Rolex OP 41MM 124300 Green Dial

23 June 2009, 11:26 AM	#8
GMTJOHNNY "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: LONG ISLAND, NY Watch: 2007 DAY DATE 18KT Posts: 1,378	I tried on several Hublot watches over the weekend. I must say, they feel great! I compared to Panerai which I think are huge, and Hublot felt very natural. They have a plethora to choose from as well. Tantalum really caught my eye as did the blue one above. I stopped trying to remember prices when they were mostly over $15,000. To me, that is another DD in the 118238 style! __________________ ROLEX DAY DATE 118238 (2007) ROLEX DAY DATE 18238 (1997) ROLEX GMT 16750 PEPSI (1987) ROLEX AIR KING 14000 (1991) ROLEX GMTIIC TT 116713LN (2008)

24 June 2009, 01:20 AM	#9
boa2 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: US Watch: Me Now Posts: 3,661	Beautiful watches, and very comfortable. Also, Hublot is a hands-on company, with a very nice community of owners. The downside, in my opinion, is that like many of the big, colorful watches we've seen emerge in the past few years, eventually they will become associated with a period that we're no longer living in. I was surprised to hear the same from salespeople in two prominent ADs carrying Hublot, who also believe that (in their words) "this is an aesthetic that will appeal for a limited time only". But...if that time is now for you, then by all means! __________________ "Facts and truth really don't have much to do with each other."

24 June 2009, 01:40 AM	#10
chu88y Banned Join Date: May 2009 Location: LONDON Watch: SDDS Posts: 660	buy the watch if you like it buy the watch if you like the price but remember todays fashion is tomorrows sales rack.I would buy a classic over a fashion watch everytime.

24 June 2009, 10:07 AM	#11
migboy "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicago Watch: 16610 Posts: 300	very nice!!!

25 June 2009, 05:31 AM	#12
The GMT Master "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Real Name: Chris Location: England Posts: 8,149	Love the dial, not so keen on the rest of the watch. Blue on a watch dial looks so good

2 July 2009, 12:20 AM	#13
rmcarlton "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Monty Location: Georgia Watch: Sub LV Posts: 787	Not my favorite of the collection. I like the all black version.

15 July 2009, 02:27 PM	#14
hflee55 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Andy Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY Watch: Me Watching You!! Posts: 3,260	i like it but find it just overpriced in my opinion.

22 July 2009, 11:02 AM	#15
1000ftSub "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Mike Location: Orlando Posts: 2,471	I have a big bang I got it about a month ago and really like the feel of the band. You would think rubber can bend very easy, but feels very strong and well built. Its a very enjoyable time piece to own.

22 July 2009, 08:15 PM	#17
scottschoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: CA Posts: 3,295	They have some very eyecatching pieces, but the cockeyed screws always throw me for a loop. Maybe one day... credit to wb! on TZ __________________ __________________

23 July 2009, 05:31 AM	#19
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Just saw it a few days ago in the San Juan Airport of all places in the duty free store. Didn't quite know what to make of it... __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

24 July 2009, 02:32 AM	#21
allanofcalifornia "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Allan Location: California Posts: 3,210	Like the watch but not fond of the strap. Allan

28 July 2009, 10:43 AM	#22
JG1984 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Real Name: Josh Location: New York City Posts: 1	Mike, That is an awesome watch. I recently heard that Hubolt was the first watch company to make the all black-out watch. They make an even darker one, with a slightly tinted face(real nice). Watches are a fairly new interest of mine, but absolutely love Hublot. I used to think the larger the face the cooler the watch. Boy was I wrong. What would all of you reccomend I start looking into as a beginner to the luxury watch world?

2 August 2009, 01:42 AM	#24
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	Very, very nice and what a story! Truly amazing! And although I'm sure you want to keep the watch, a handwritten warranty extension like this one will enhance the value of the watch. Thanks for sharing __________________ Member# 127

2 August 2009, 02:03 AM	#25
madgpol "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jason Location: UK Posts: 695	I love the Ice Bang out of them all. I think it is as close to classic as you will get with the Big Bang. I tried on a few in London today and I have big wrists the Big Bang King at 48mm(I think) did not feel right and if anything a little cheap imho. The Ice bang however felt great. I too am impressed with JCB's involvement with his customers and the 5 year warranty says alot about his belief in the brand. The finish is very good but some of the pieces I fear will not stand the test of time.

4 August 2009, 01:24 AM	#27
SSD "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Jamie Location: Georgia Watch: Stainless Sub Date Posts: 3,023	The newer trend toward "blackout" watches is gaining in popularity, to be sure. Not always to my particular taste. However, blue is my favorite color, and the undertones on this particular reference have brought a blend to the piece that caught my eye quite well! I like it a lot. __________________ SUBMARINER OWNERS' CLUB ESTABLISHED 1953 TRF Member # 5464

13 August 2009, 11:54 AM	#28
sandytn Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Sandy Location: NJ Posts: 713	I think they are way overpriced. Most if not all the watches have ETA movements. I would prefer AP over Hublot anyday.

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