After the phenomenal success of the F1™ King Power (in Zirconium and King Gold versions) and the F1™ King Power Tourbillon (also in Zirconium and King Gold versions), Hublot has unveiled the third member of this prestigious series, the F1™ King Power Ceramic. Its presentation coincided with the 2011 Formula 1™ UBS Chinese Grand Prix, in the presence of Jean-Claude Biver, CEO of Hublot, who travelled out for the occasion.
An ideal watchmaking material, ceramic is 30% lighter than steel, 100% anti-allergenic, 100% unalterable and 100% rust-proof. In a limited edition of 500 numbered pieces, the F1™ King Power Ceramic is a chronograph with two push-buttons (Start and Reset), a 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock, a 30-minute counter at 3 o’clock and a small seconds at 9 o’clock. Its case, 48 mm in diameter, is made from micro-blasted black ceramic.
The dial bears the official Formula 1™ logo and the special carbon fibre bezel is adorned with a signature drilled ceramic ring inspired by high performance brake discs. Finally, its strap comprises two layers stitched together with red thread; the inner made from natural black rubber and the outer made from Nomex™, a synthetic fibre developed by Dupont De Nemours which, thanks to its very low combustibility, is used to make the overalls worn by racing drivers.
An Official Watch of Formula 1™, the F1™ King Power Ceramic is the fruit of a close and ongoing collaboration between the teams of Bernie Ecclestone, CEO of the Formula One group, and of Jean-Claude Biver, CEO of Hublot. Many features of its design are visibly inspired by the world of Formula One™, combining the finest know-how and manufacturing processes at the cutting edge of research and use of hi-tech materials.
Source: Hublot
