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Lot #4572

Hublot Square Bang Unico King 821.0L.5180.RX Blue Ceramic 18k RG

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Introduction

Famed for their entirely unique creations, Hublot has become a brand whose aggressive aesthetics have become synonymous with their impressive command of watchmaking and use of unusual materials. Offered here as a striking blend of modern design and technical mastery, the Hublot Square Bang Unico King ref. 821.0L.5180.RX. Emblematic of their brand’s avant-garde aesthetic, this 42mm timepiece features an 18kt rose gold blue ceramic construction attached to a rubber strap, as has been the brand’s signature since its inception. Boasting an openworked dial and movement, the ref. 821.0L.5180.RX’s display is entirely skeletonized, providing its wearer with an all-encompassing view of its automatic cal. HUB1280 Unico movement, which was the brand’s first in-house automatic chronograph, complete with flyback functionality and a column wheel for smooth actuation, thus seamlessly blending avant garde design with horological engineering. Perfectly capturing Hublot’s ethos of being a bold, innovative, and undeniably stylish watchmaker, the Square Bang Unico King is a statement piece that commands attention, as per Hublot’s raison d'etre.

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Grade

M 9.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Watch Only

Est. value range

$15,000 – $20,000

The Details

Brand

Hublot

Dimensions

42mm

Model

Square Bang Unico King

Movement

Automatic cal. HUB1280 Unico

Reference

821.0L.5180.RX

Bracelet

Rubber strap

Year

Circa 2020

Condition

Like new

Material

18kt rose (king) gold and blue ceramic

Included

Watch only

Dial Color

Skeletonized

THE DIAL
THE DIAL

Boasting a skeletonized dial with blue bridges and a blue movement underneath, the Square Bang Unico's display comes to life through its white inscriptions, red accents and silver dial furniture such as its applied hour markers and subdials.

THE CONSTRUCTION
THE CONSTRUCTION

Made of a proprietary 18kt rose gold alloy named "King Gold", the Square Bang Unico's gold construction is infused with ceramic to make it more scratch resistant and ensure it looks newer for longer.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
TIMING MACHINE READOUT

This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.

Condition

Watch is in overall like-new condition. The case shows only light signs of wear. It is fitted with a Hublot rubber strap and deployant clasp.

Our Perspective

Famed for their avant-garde approach to watch design, the Square Bang Unico King encapsulates exactly why Hublot's watches have become as fashionable and popular as they have in recent times, with its focus on creating a unique presence on the wrist.

Justin Gruenberg

Co-founder