Hublot Big Bang Unico Sorai Warm Grey Ceramic 44mm 421.FX.8099.NR.SOA23 - BRAND NEW

The Hublot Big Bang Unico Sorai 421.FX.8099.NR.SOA23 represents one of the most visually distinctive expressions to emerge from Hublot's celebrated Big Bang Unico collection. Introduced as part of the Sorai collaboration — a project deeply connected to conservation of the white rhino — this 44mm ceramic timepiece translates the textured, sun-baked landscapes of the African savannah into a refined horological object. The warm grey colorway is deliberate and cohesive, running from the scratch-resistant ceramic case and bezel through to the dial itself, creating an atmosphere of understated power that distinguishes it immediately on any wrist.

The case, measuring 44mm in diameter and crafted entirely from high-tech ceramic, is the backbone of this watch's identity. Ceramic is prized in fine watchmaking for its exceptional hardness, hypoallergenic properties, and long-term resistance to discoloration — qualities that make the Sorai as wearable a decade from now as it is on the day it is purchased. The ceramic bezel carries the characteristic Big Bang architecture, with its six H-shaped titanium screws framing the dial and giving the watch its unmistakable industrial-yet-luxurious character.

The dial of the 421.FX.8099.NR.SOA23 features a warm grey finish populated by a combination of index markers and Arabic numerals, a layout that enhances legibility while staying true to the expressive, design-forward language of the Big Bang Unico line. The open-worked architecture typical of the Unico movement is visible through the dial, connecting the wearer directly to the mechanical heart of the watch and reinforcing Hublot's philosophy of the Art of Fusion between tradition and innovation.

Powering this timepiece is an automatic movement, the self-winding caliber at the core of the Unico family, which delivers in-house chronograph functionality developed and manufactured entirely by Hublot. The column-wheel flyback chronograph mechanism is a technical achievement that Hublot brought fully in-house, and its presence here underlines the serious horology beneath the Sorai's striking exterior. The movement is visible through the exhibition caseback, rewarding collectors who appreciate the craft behind the complications.

The fabric strap is one of the Sorai edition's most evocative details, contrasting the rigid ceramic case with a supple, textured weave that references the natural world the project seeks to protect. Hublot's One-Click strap system means the bracelet can be swapped quickly and without tools, adding versatility for collectors who like to personalize their wearing experience. Together, the ceramic construction and fabric strap create a dialogue between the industrial and the organic that feels entirely intentional.

Bizak & Co. is pleased to offer this reference brand new, complete with box and papers, at bizakandco.com. Buying from Bizak means acquiring a timepiece from an authorized and knowledgeable source committed to transparency, authenticity, and competitive pricing. Whether you are adding the Sorai to a growing Hublot collection or seeking your first Big Bang Unico, the 421.FX.8099.NR.SOA23 is an exceptional choice — contact our team today to confirm availability and price.