About the Hublot Spirit of Big Bang 3-Hands
Introduced as a shaped evolution of the original round Big Bang, the Spirit of Big Bang adopts a tonneau case that curves elegantly at the lugs and retains the multi-part, multi-material construction Hublot is known for. Titanium is the dominant case material across this collection, prized for its high strength-to-weight ratio that makes even diamond-encrusted versions comfortable on the wrist. The three-hand configuration strips away the sub-dials of chronograph versions to present an open, legible dial plane that becomes the perfect canvas for pavé diamonds, full-pavé stone settings, rainbow gemstone bezels, and intricate artistic engravings like the Dragon special edition. At 39mm the Spirit of Big Bang sits as a versatile unisex proposition, while the 42mm Dragon reference offers a bolder statement with its hand-finished sculptural motif.
What to Look For
Buyers should pay close attention to the dial and bezel gem-setting grade when comparing references: white pavé dials on references like 662.NE.2010.RW.1604 differ from full-pavé executions such as 662.NE.9000.RW.1604 and 662.NX.9000.RX.1604, where stones cover both dial and bezel for a significantly higher price point. Rainbow references like 662.NX.9900.LR.0999 command a premium for the labor-intensive multi-colored sapphire setting on the bezel and lugs, while diamond-only references such as 662.NX.1170.RX.1204 offer a classic icy look at a comparatively accessible entry into the set-stone segment. Case size matters too, as the 39mm suits a trimmer wrist and the 42mm Dragon is a collector-oriented limited edition that drives its own distinct valuation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the pavé and full pavé Spirit of Big Bang 3-Hands models?
Pavé models feature diamonds set into the dial surface while leaving the case and bezel in brushed or polished titanium, whereas full pavé references extend the stone setting across the dial and the bezel for head-to-toe diamond coverage. The distinction is reflected in both visual impact and retail price, with full pavé references like 662.NE.9000.RW.1604 and 662.NX.9000.RX.1604 sitting at the higher end of the collection.
Why does the Spirit of Big Bang have a tonneau shape instead of the classic round Big Bang case?
Hublot designed the Spirit of Big Bang as an architectural departure, using a barrel or tonneau silhouette to demonstrate that the brand's fusion-material construction language could extend beyond the original round case. The curved, multi-part titanium case retains the iconic porthole-inspired bezel screws that define Big Bang DNA while offering a distinctly different wearing experience that many collectors find more versatile.
Are the Hublot Spirit of Big Bang 3-Hands watches at Bizak and Co. new or pre-owned?
Every Spirit of Big Bang 3-Hands listed in this collection at Bizak and Co. is brand new, arriving with original manufacturer packaging and documentation. Each piece is authenticated before being offered for sale, and the team is available to answer questions and facilitate fast, insured shipping to buyers across the United States.
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