Hublot and Carlito Fuente unveiled their latest collaborative timepiece – the Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente King Gold – that celebrates the 25th anniversary of OpusX
High-end watchmaker Hublot and ultra-premium cigar maker Arturo Fuente share a common drive towards uncompromising excellence and a passion for enjoying the finer things to enhance life’s most precious moments.
At the Arturo Fuente Cigar Factory, where the Fuente family has been crafting some of the world’s most sought-after cigars since 1912, Hublot and Carlito Fuente unveiled their latest collaborative timepiece that celebrates the 25th anniversary of OpusX – regarded by cigar aficionados as one of the finest and most delectable cigars in the world – alongside the official inauguration of the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation’s Art Academy, which has been operational for a while.
In what has become a tradition after 12 years of friendship, Carlito Fuente saw the watch for the first time, among journalists and friends of the brand at the Fuente Factory. With a celebratory theme of gold and green, the 6th special edition series was created by Hublot and inspired by the invaluable vision of Carlito Fuente, the creator of the world renowned Fuente Fuente OpusX luxury brand.
And yet, the Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente King Gold is starkly different from all other editions that have come before. It marks the first time that a Fuente is done in a 42mm Classic Fusion Chronograph case, and the first with both the case and bezel in King Gold. It also features a laser-engraved motif of tobacco leaves but only on the bezel.
The dial is done in a vibrant emerald-green tone with a sunray-patterned finish and a gradient “fumé” effect that darkens towards the edges, adding contrast and depth. The anniversary version of the OpusX logo in gold and green is emblazoned on the constant seconds counter at 3 o’clock. The dial’s green tone is perfectly matched with the alligator leather and rubber strap’s tone.
Hidden from plain sight as a special treat reserved just for the owner, the timepiece features an elaborate caseback. Made in solid 18k King Gold, the caseback is engraved and lacquered with a special OpusX 25th Anniversary artwork. Beneath it beats the HUB1153 automatic chronograph calibre, with a power reserve of 42 hours.
The Classic Fusion Chronograph Arturo Fuente King Gold comes in a grand, green lacquered watch box that doubles as a cigar humidor, designed in collaboration with Manny Iriarte, long-time creative partner, and is a limited edition of 50 pieces.
