Hublot revisits its 1980 origins with the Classic Fusion Tributo, a collection that reinterprets Carlo Crocco's pioneering fusion of gold and rubber. These new references feature contemporary automatic movements while preserving the original's distinctive design elements, including the 12-screw bezel and integrated rubber strap.
- Available in 18k yellow or white gold
- 38mm case diameter
- Powered by automatic calibre HUB1711 (Zenith Elite base)
- 50-hour power reserve
- 100m water resistance
- Price: CHF 25,000 / USD 30,900
- Not limited edition
The Classic Fusion Tributo aims to be closer to the original 1980 design than previous reinterpretations, restoring the 12-screw bezel and the contrast between gold and rubber.
The yellow gold reference features a matte black lacquered dial with a gold pad-printed MDM signature, while the white gold model has a polished black onyx dial with a silver MDM signature.
The bezel screws are H-shaped, mirroring the counterweight on the central seconds hand, and are polished titanium on the yellow gold model and polished black-plated titanium on the white gold model.
The automatic movement, calibre HUB1711, is based on Zenith's Elite calibre and features an openworked rotor made of 22k yellow gold for the yellow gold model and black tungsten for the white gold version.
The omission of the 'One Click' strap-changing system was a deliberate choice to maintain a closer resemblance to the original watch's construction.
Hublot will donate CHF 100,000 to Carlo Crocco's MDM foundation, supporting humanitarian and educational projects.