Is your Big Bang Integral
the real deal?
The Hublot Big Bang Integral, introduced in 2020, was Hublot's first Big Bang with a fully integrated bracelet. Available in titanium, King Gold, and ceramic, its 42mm case with the distinctive H-shaped bracelet links and UNICO in-house movement commands prices from $15,000 to $40,000+.
How to authenticate a Big Bang Integral
H-Shaped Bracelet Links
Unique Hublot-designed links that are visible from the side, perfectly finished with consistent spacing. The distinctive H-shape is a signature design element that should be crisp and well-defined on every link.
Case Construction
"Sandwich" case design with bezel and back plate held by 6 visible H-screws. This layered construction is a Hublot hallmark — the screws should be structural, not decorative, and sit perfectly flush.
Dial & Sub-Dials
Skeletonized dial revealing the UNICO movement beneath, with chronograph sub-dials at 3 and 9 o'clock. The dial openwork should provide a clear view of the movement's column-wheel and gear train.
Movement
UNICO HUB1280 — an in-house flyback chronograph with column-wheel mechanism and 72-hour power reserve. The movement should be visible through both the skeletonized dial and the display caseback.
Crown
Hublot "H" logo on a natural rubber-covered crown. The rubber covering provides grip and comfort while the H logo should be sharply defined and properly centered on the crown face.
Material Quality
Titanium should be matte gray with precise micro-blasting finish, ceramic should be scratch-free with a deep, consistent color. King Gold has a distinctive warm tone from its 5% platinum content.
Big Bang Integral counterfeit warning signs
Decorative H-Screws
H-screws that are purely decorative rather than structural. On a genuine Big Bang Integral, the 6 visible H-screws actually hold the sandwich case together and can be removed with proper tooling.
Opaque Dial
Movement not visible through the skeletonized dial. The genuine Big Bang Integral features openworked dial sections that reveal the UNICO movement's column-wheel and gear train beneath.
Missing H-Shape on Bracelet
Bracelet links without the distinctive H-shape when viewed from the side. This signature design element should be clearly visible on every link, creating the recognizable Hublot bracelet profile.
Wrong Weight
Incorrect weight for the stated material — titanium is lighter than steel, ceramic is heavier. A titanium model that feels too heavy or a ceramic model that feels too light likely uses incorrect materials.
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Frequently asked questions
What makes the Big Bang Integral different from the regular Big Bang?
The Integral is the first Big Bang with an integrated metal bracelet instead of a rubber strap. The bracelet uses Hublot's proprietary H-shaped links that match the case design. It maintains the 42mm case size of the standard Big Bang.
What is the UNICO movement?
UNICO (HUB1280) is Hublot's in-house flyback chronograph movement with 72-hour power reserve and column-wheel mechanism. It features a modular construction that allows the chronograph to be viewed from the dial side.
What materials are available?
Titanium (most common), King Gold (Hublot's proprietary rose gold alloy with 5% platinum for color longevity), full ceramic (black or white), and various limited editions combining materials.