The watch, like the Grey version, is available in either a 42 or 45mm brushed and polished titanium case on an integrated rubber-lined woven fabric strap. The only difference is the color, with the monochrome gray dial and strap being swapped out for slightly more dynamic taupe ones. Both are stunning watches, but the Taupe’s contrast gives it the slight aesthetic edge for me.
The dial is a simple affair, with the taupe — some might be tempted to call it champagne — sunray background supporting faceted applied indices, a white date window at 3 o’clock and a classic three-hand setup where Hublot’s “H” logo adds just a dash of flair on the seconds hand counterweight.
The case is thin at just 10.4mm but deceptively complex, with contrasting finishes of satin brushing and high polish, a screwed-on porthole bezel featuring mirror-polished H-shaped titanium screws, decorative “ears” and a screwed-in integrated strap system.
The strap is nice. I love this combination of rubber with a stitched overlay of woven nylon. It feels very sporty and looks spectacular, with Hublot’s loopless deployant clasp (oddly in stainless steel instead of titanium) extending the minimalist vibes all the way around the wrist.
