Hublot Aero Bang Red Devil 26 Shinji Kagawa
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Hublot Aero Bang Red Devil 26 Shinji Kagawa

By AnthonyTsai · Mar 14, 2013 · 5 replies
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AnthonyTsai introduces the Hublot Aero Bang Red Devil 26, a special edition timepiece honoring Shinji Kagawa, the first Japanese player for Manchester United. This post highlights Hublot's strategic partnership with the football club and its star players, showcasing how brand collaborations translate into unique watch designs.

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SINGAPORE, 14 March 2013 - From Hublot, Official Timekeeper of Manchester United, comes a brilliant timepiece inspired by Shinji Kagawa: Aero Bang Red Devil 26.

 

HUBLOT introduces the Aero Bang Red Devil 26 with Shinji Kagawa, first Japanese Manchester United player


Hublot, the luxury Swiss watch brand that serves as the official timekeeper and watchmaker for Manchester United - the prestigious English football club with over 100 years of history - announced its release of the Aero Bang Red Devil 26, a special model inspired by and bearing the number of one of the club's star players – Japanese international Shinji Kagawa.


The Aero Bang Red Devil 26 is inspired by Kagawa and Manchester United, is unique and stylish, featuring precision details throughout and embodying Hublot's advanced technology. In a colour combination of Hublot black and Manchester United red, the model is a rare piece that Hublot, the football club and Kagawa's fans eagerly anticipated.


The black carbon fibre case, symbolizing Kagawa's strength and flexibility, was designed, developed and manufactured entirely by Hublot. By controlling the release of air bubbles during the process of mould-pressing up to 12 layers of carbon fibre sheeting in the thickest parts, and treating them in a curing oven, the material evens out and takes on a high level of durability.


The red sapphire glass befitting of the name Aero Bang Red Devil 26 was directly coloured by adding a special chemical element that prevents it from easily discolouring. The strap is made of high-quality alligator leather with an inner rubber lining that provides a comfortable fit and elegance, and the red stitching expresses the bond between Hublot and Manchester United. The skeletal back casing bears a print of Kagawa's jersey number 26 and his autograph, heightening the watch's exclusivity.

 

This timepiece is limited to 50 pieces in Japan only, each delivered with a signed jersey.

 

The Hour Glass is the exclusive retailer for Hublot in South East Asia.

 

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KI
KIH
Mar 14, 2013

Hope he continue to play well! Ken

れい
れい
Mar 14, 2013

Question...why Kagawa? Is it meant for Japan market? MU got more senior players like Rooney or Chicharito for example, or even Robin Van Persie who is very popular. Just curious...

れい
れい
Mar 14, 2013

But I like my KP Red Devil more hehe... I showed the pic of this new watch and they all drooled like starving dogs LOL

KI
KIH
Mar 15, 2013

.. and I sure hope he will continue to play well for MU! Ken

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