Introduced: 2006 (Baselworld)
Purpose / Inspiration: The Bigger Bang was the first tourbillon chronograph in Hublot history—created to push the Big Bang concept into true haute horlogerie territory. It kept the attitude of the original, but dropped in serious mechanical firepower. Skeletonized dial, column-wheel flyback chronograph, and a tourbillon at 6 o’clock—all wrapped in black ceramic. This wasn’t just “big”—it was technically bold.
Designer: Developed under Jean-Claude Biver and Mathias Buttet, as part of Hublot’s push into complex in-house mechanics
Case size: 44mm
Case options: Black ceramic only (original release); later limited editions in King Gold or titanium
Powered by:
- HUB 6300 manual-wind tourbillon chronograph movement
- Column-wheel flyback chronograph
- Visible tourbillon cage at 6 o’clock
- Power reserve: ~120 hours
- Limited production, Geneva Seal-level finishing
Bezel: Fixed ceramic bezel with 6 H-shaped screws
Dial options: Skeletonized dial with visible movement plates, chronograph counters, and exposed column wheel; matte black with red or white accents
Water resistance: 100m
Bracelet: Black rubber strap with deployant clasp
Discontinued, produced in extremely limited quantities—now a collector’s piece
Why it matters: The Bigger Bang was Hublot’s first real proof it could compete with the big boys in complicated watchmaking. It wasn’t just loud—it was legit. And it set the stage for the later MP (Masterpiece) series.
The Big Bang Goes Haute Horlogerie: Tourbillon + Chronograph = Statement Piece
Manual Wind, Full Power: 5-day reserve and total mechanical visibility
No Date, No Fuss—Just Firepower: This one’s for the movement geeks
Not for Everyone. Perfect for a Few: Rare, raw, and ready to flex