Hublot Big Bang Integral King Gold
About This Watch
The Hublot Big Bang Integral King Gold is the ultimate expression of the Integral concept — a fully integrated bracelet Big Bang rendered entirely in Hublot's proprietary King Gold alloy. Every visible component, from case to bezel screws to bracelet links, glows with the distinctive warm rose hue of King Gold, an 18-karat red gold enriched with platinum to resist fading and maintain its color over decades. The full King Gold bracelet with H-shaped links is a remarkable feat of precious metal engineering, requiring exceptional skill to machine and finish each individual link to the precise tolerances needed for comfortable articulation. At 260 grams, this is a substantial presence on the wrist — unapologetically luxurious in both material and weight. The skeletonized dial reveals the HUB1280 manufacture flyback chronograph in motion, with the warm gold tones of the case creating a stunning frame for the mechanical spectacle within. The 72-hour power reserve ensures reliability between wearings, particularly important for a precious metal piece that may rotate within a larger collection. This is a watch that makes no attempt at subtlety — it is bold, modern, and unashamedly opulent. For the collector who wants a luxury integrated bracelet chronograph that refuses to follow the conventions of more traditional watchmakers, the Big Bang Integral King Gold delivers a unique proposition that no other brand can replicate.
In-Depth Review
# Hublot Big Bang Integral King Gold Editorial
When Hublot introduced the integrated bracelet to its flagship Big Bang in 2020, the brand made a deliberate statement about the collection's evolution. The Big Bang Integral King Gold represents a refinement of watches that have dominated wrists since 2005, trading the modular strap-and-lug system for a seamlessly connected case and bracelet architecture machined from 18-karat King Gold. This design choice eliminates the visual interruption at the lugs, creating an almost monolithic presence on the wrist. The skeleton dial—displaying the HUB1280 automatic caliber through its open face—reinforces this commitment to integration, as does the fixed bezel secured by six H-shaped King Gold screws. At 42mm with a manageable 14.5mm thickness, the watch balances presence with wearability in a way that many contemporary sports chronographs cannot.
The ideal owner of this timepiece values substance over marketing narrative. This is a watch for the collector who appreciates mechanical complexity—the 38-jeweled movement, 72-hour power reserve, and flyback chronograph functionality serve genuine horological purposes rather than decorative ones. The 100-meter water resistance and integrated bracelet design suggest a wearer comfortable taking their investment into daily professional and leisure environments, not one who views their watch solely as a safe-deposit box trophy. The secondary market currently prices this watch around $45,000, a significant discount from its $58,500 MSRP, making it accessible to serious collectors unwilling to compromise on materials or prestige.
Against competitors like the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5980 (approximately $160,000) and the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph ($90,000-plus), the Big Bang
Specifications
Movement
| Movement Type | Automatic |
|---|---|
| Caliber | HUB1280 |
| Power Reserve | 72 hours |
| Frequency | 28,800 vph |
| Jewels | 38 |
Case
| Case Diameter | 42.0mm |
|---|---|
| Case Thickness | 14.5mm |
| Case Material | 18K King Gold |
| Crystal | Sapphire |
| Bezel | Fixed, 6 H-shaped King Gold screws |
| Dial Color | Skeleton |
Features
| Water Resistance | 100m / 328ft |
|---|---|
| Bracelet/Strap | 18K King Gold integrated bracelet |
| Clasp | Deployant buckle with push buttons |
| Weight | 260g |
| Complications |