Hublot MP-10 Tourbillon Weight Energy System Titanium: A Piece of Avant-Garde Watchmaking Mastery
The Hublot MP-10 Tourbillon Weight Energy System Titanium is a masterclass in high-end watchmaking that emphasizes both technical marvels and avant-garde aesthetics. Hublot is known for pushing the boundaries of traditional watch design and mechanics, and this piece appears to be no exception.
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Featuring a dazzling 592 components and showcasing the result of 5 years of R&D, Hublot takes the tourbillon—a classic complication meant to counteract the effects of gravity on a watch's accuracy—to the next level. The unique addition of two linear weights for automatic winding is an engineering feat, and the patent-pending inclined tourbillon reinforces Hublot's commitment to innovation.
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In terms of readability, Hublot has opted for a design that strips away conventional elements like the dial and hands. Instead, it relies on a series of rolling indicators — found atop the dial for hours and minutes, the central third for power reserve, and the lower third for seconds indicated on the tourbillon cage itself. The inclusion of an "invisible" magnifying glass to assist in reading the hours and minutes is a thoughtful touch that combines form and function seamlessly.
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The see-through aspect, achieved through the use of sapphire crystal which is renowned for its difficulty to work with due to its hardness, allows wearers and onlookers alike direct visual access to the inner workings of the piece. This design choice solidifies the movement itself as the centerpiece and 'face' of the watch.
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Residing within its shiny micro-blasted titanium case of 54.1 x 41.5 mm, the watch's architecture is designed for depth and volume, yet it also focuses on ease of readout, ensuring that the piece is not just a collector's item but also practical for daily wear.
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The power reserve indicator is ingeniously designed with a two-tone disc — green indicates the watch is fully wound whereas red signals that it needs winding, offering an intuitive and quick reference for the wearer.
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Only 50 pieces of this limited edition model will be produced, making it a highly exclusive piece with a price tag that reflects both its scarcity and the wealth of craftsmanship that goes into each watch: EUR 286,000.
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