Developed in partnership with Hublot and American artist Shepard Fairey, Big Bang Meca 10 symbolizes one of the most special combinations of horology and art.
Hublot is one of the brands that make a name for itself with the professionals it collaborates with. Shepard Fairey is also among the ambassadors of the brand. Fairey, an American contemporary street artist, graphic designer, illustrator, and activist, mostly known with his works named "Obey" and "Hope" created by Obama during his election campaign.
Hublot Big Bang Meca 10 Shepard Fairey is the product of a two-year effort. Although the brand's announcement of cooperation with Shepard Fairey dates back to mid-2018, it is clear that the exchange of ideas began much earlier.
The model has a special case, measuring 45mm x 15.95mm, made of carbon fiber and texalium on its top layer. Texalium is a special type of fiberglass-based fabric produced by a company called Hexcel located in California. Shepard Fairey himself designed the blue décor on the Texalium. Thanks to the sapphire crystals on the front and rear sides of the watch, Hublot's high engineering and superior workmanship are enjoyed in all their glory. The model is water-resistant to 100 meters. The skeleton dial with matte blue accents features hour and minute hand, as well as small seconds and a power reserve indicator. Hublot is a true expert in manufacturing cases and dials having high-end industrial and technical features. Every single detail in this model's case, dial and movement prove this.
Particular attention to small components elevates your appreciation to the brand and model to the top level. The model’s superior engineering continues in the movement section. The manufacture, 24 jewels hand-wound Caliber HUB1201 offers a highly useful 240 hours power reserve when fully wound. Indeed, I think that a long power reserve is more like a requirement than a preference, especially in hand-wound movements. Hublot seems to have done its homework well on this subject. The display at 3 o’clock turning red two days before the power reserve being completely depleted is another feature unique to the model.
Hublot Big Bang Meca 10 Shepard Fairey, limited to 100 pieces only, comes on a rubber lining, printed, dark blue leather strap and a titanium folding clasp. The strap change is a piece of cake thanks to the special pushers on the lugs.
