HUBLOT – MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis Limited Edition
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Hublot’s watchmaking expertise and creativity
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Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis
know no limits
Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis
The 1 st Hublot multi-axis tourbillon designed for unique visibility
All-new case and movement made at the manufacture
All-new case and movement made at the manufacture
With its new Manufacture Piece (MP), Hublot is pushing back the boundaries in terms of
multi-axis tourbillons. The MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis is thus the result of a powerful idea: to
provide a maximum of visibility on the tourbillon—and its fascinating double rotation—by
designing a fine watchmaking movement devoted to this objective, and then creating an
original case that highlights the 100% manufacture calibre. Here, the function defines the
form. This perfectly reflects the prevailing philosophy in the design of all of Hublot’s “MPs”,
namely to develop an exclusive movement dedicated to a function and to design specific
external parts to highlight this motor.
“With our Manufacture Pieces, we are taking the expression of
our watchmaking savoir-faire very far and making the most of it
to give each watch a specific aesthetic,”
Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot.
our watchmaking savoir-faire very far and making the most of it
to give each watch a specific aesthetic,”
Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot.
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The MP-09 corresponds in every way to this concept. Let’s remember that this capacity to
design and produce an interdependent movement and case is the signature of a truly
integrated manufacture.
The Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis watch beats to the rhythm of the fine watchmaking
calibre HUB9009.H1.RA, a mechanical movement with self-winding featuring a 5-day power
reserve. It also features a bi-axial tourbillon that undertakes a complete rotation per minute
for the first axis and a rotation every 30 seconds for the second. This means that the
dynamic movement — immediately perceptible — of this double tourbillon frame has an
appearance that is as fascinating as it is fun.
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In order to offer the greatest possible visibility to the watch’s beating heart, the watchmakers
at the Hublot manufacture have created an all-new MP-09 design for the movement and for
the case. Thanks to its position at 6 o’clock and a large opening that covers a very complex
3-sided sapphire glass, the gaze of the wearer will literally plunge onto the frantic travel of
this bi-axial tourbillon, which overcomes the effects of gravity in a much more subtle manner
than an ordinary tourbillon.
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Besides this technical specific feature, the MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis also stands out because
of its innovative date corrector, which is as ingenious as it is practical. Via a simple winding
movement of the lever up or down, the date moves respectively forward or back by a day.
The construction of the dial over several levels—alternating black, white and red—also
enhances the elegant character of the MP-09. Around the hours and minutes display, the
date indication—instantaneous—is arranged in tiers in two half-circles on two distinct levels,
while the 5-day power reserve is displayed in a gauge at 9 o’clock.
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Incorporating many codes from Hublot’s DNA, the 49-mm diameter case, water resistant to
30 metres, comes in two distinct versions: in titanium or in King Gold (bezel / upper and
lower plates / back). Like all exceptional watches combining cutting edge technology and
complex construction, the Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis model is subject to production
that is, by definition, limited. The MP-09 in titanium will be a limited edition of 50, whereas the
version in King Gold is limited to 20.
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In unveiling its MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis, Hublot once again demonstrates its capacity to
design clearly unique and distinctive watches. Watches that clearly bear Hublot’s signature
with a strong character that demonstrate an absolute mastery in all areas of fine
watchmaking
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Technical details
Model: MP-09 TOURBILLON BI-AXIS
References
909.NX.1120.RX (Titanium) – Limited to 50 pieces
909.NX.1120.RX.1704.SD-HR (Titanium/Brilliant-cut Diamonds) – Limited to 50 pieces
909.OX.1120.RX (King Gold) – Limited to 20 pieces
Case
Satin-finished and polished Titanium (Titanium)
Satin-finished and polished King Gold (King Gold)
Diameter: 49mm
Thickness: 17.95mm
Bezel: Satin-finished and polished Titanium (Titanium);
Satin-finished and polished King Gold (King Gold)
Bezel lug: Black composite resin, engraved at 9 o'clock and filled with red lacquer
Case-band: Microblasted black PVD Titanium
Screws: « H » Polished and Microblasted Titanium
Glass: Sapphire with anti-reflective treatment (2 sides)
Crown: Black rubber and satin-finished/microblasted Titanium or King Gold
Pusher 9hr: Satin-finished and polished Titanium or King Gold, Engraved “Date” and filled with black lacquer
Case back: Microblasted Titanium, Engraved "Limited Edition 50NUM" and filled with black lacquer (Titanium);
Microblasted King Gold, Engraved "Limited Edition 20NUM" and filled with black lacquer (King Gold); Sapphire with interior anti-reflective treatment
Water Resistant: 3 ATM (30m)
Dial
Multi-layered Black and Red dial, with white and red decals, and Rhodium plated counter (Titanium)
Multi-layered Black and Red dial, with white and red decals, and Gold 5N plated counter (King Gold)
Hands: Mat black hands with white SuperLuminova®
Movement
Caliber Hublot HUB9009.H1.RA
Manufacture Self-winding Tourbillon Bi-Axis Skeleton Movement
Bridges: Anthracite grey-coated
Balance: Rhodium plated, polished
Number of components: 356 (43 rubies)
Frequency: 3 Hz (21'600 A/h)
Power reserve: Approx. 120 Hours
Strap
Black Structured Lined Rubber Strap
Titanium (Titanium) or King Gold and Black-plated (King Gold) deployant buckle clasp
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