In a time of ongoing global lockdowns and limited brick-and-mortar shopping due to COVID-19, it’s a difficult moment to debut a boutique exclusive limited edition timepiece. These difficulties have done nothing to stop Hublot, which has joined with luxury retailer Watches of Switzerland to create an attractive new version of the Classic Fusion Aerofusion chronograph. The resulting limited edition Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph “Watches of Switzerland” Group Special Edition takes an aggressive, ultramodern visual approach, beginning with a 45mm black ceramic version of the signature Classic Fusion case. There’s a sharply executed mix of brushed and polished surfacing here, helping to accentuate the multifaceted shape. What appears to be a skeleton dial at first glance is in fact a clear sapphire dial surface, allowing the use of more conventional applied indices and aiding legibility by providing a visual layer between the hands and the replica omega watches movement below. This also creates an opportunity for clever use of visual space, especially around the chronograph subdials. Free of the supporting connections needed for most skeleton subdials, these are allowed to float completely free visually, with a polished ring surrounding the step to a lower sapphire layer. The striking red elements of the dial serve a dual purpose as well, giving a punch of contrast to break the monochrome palette and further improving chronograph legibility at a glance. Hublot powers the Classic Fusion Aerofusion “Watches of Switzerland” Group Special Edition with the ETA-based HUB1155 automatic movement. Beyond the intricate skeletonized treatment, the HUB1155 offers a 42 hour power reserve at a 28,800 bph beat rate. Hublot completes the package with a rubber-lined black alligator leather strap, with vibrant red contrast stitching that plays dynamically with the matching highlights on the dial. Overall, the Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion “Watches of Switzerland” Group Special Edition offers an impressively clean and balanced modern design that still highlights the brand’s aggressive aesthetic. Only 100 examples will be made, available now exclusively through Watches of Switzerland Group boutiques in the United States and Great Britain (25 units will top quality uk replica watches be sent to US retailers, while 75 will be reserved for the British market). MSRP sits at $17,700. For more information, please visit the brand’s website.