Inside the Hublot Manufacture

41northpole · 2014-11-12T06:22:24Z

Explore the Hublot manufacture with 41northpole's photo report, detailing CNC machining, wire spark erosion, and Unico movement assembly.

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41northpole provides an in-depth look at the Hublot manufacture, detailing the intricate processes involved in creating their timepieces. This photo-rich report, originally part of a visit that also included Zenith, offers a rare glimpse into the advanced machinery and meticulous craftsmanship behind Hublot's innovative watches. Readers gain insight into everything from raw material processing to the assembly of complex movements like the Unico and La Ferrari.

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Hi All

Been trying for a while to load pictures for this post, so hope it goes well this time. Originally this was a visit to Zenith, and Hublot was added later to make it a truly interesting few days

We start, here....

We need lots of these to make the parts from scratch, plus the CNC machine shown further down,

or indeed one of these (Zenith have one also) New type of machine that uses different cutting material for the tools and no lubrication. Machine can work on both sides of the material placed in the cassette by turning it over between the 4 cells.

Feeder Cassette

And some of the work

Wire spark erosion parts

Finishing

Next, to assembly, pictures of what should happen!

And the parts to do it with

Unico movements

Casing up

And on to the complications department; Skeleton

La Ferrari

And a nice poster before we look at the collection; do they do a movement like this

I have to say, my favourite, don't ask me why but a keen interest in Cosmology as well as watches helps, plus it actually wears really well

So, there you go. A really great 4 hours at Hublot. Carole and I would like to thank Melvyn, Andrew and Magnus for co-ordinating the trip, plus everyone at the factories who made us so welcome. I would especially like to thank all the PuristS we met and had a great time with over the 3 days. More reports to follow when I next get a moment

All the very best

Tim

Most of the PuristS on Tour 2014

This message has been edited by MTF on 2014-11-12 20:13:46

Key Points from the Discussion

A fellow PuristS on Tour participant shares additional photos from the same factory visit, including group shots and images of a Hublot Fusion Bicycle, complementing the original post's coverage.
Another participant expresses strong appreciation for the shared photos and comments, highlighting the wonderful experience of visiting the manufacture with fellow collectors.
The post details the use of advanced CNC machines and a new type of machine that operates without lubrication and uses different cutting materials, capable of working on both sides of the material.
The author showcases the wire spark erosion process for parts, various finishing stages, and the assembly of Unico movements, including the casing-up process.

The Discussion

MTF

Nov 12, 2014

Some of my memories at PuristS on Tour HUBLOT

Thanks northpole41 for the memories. I add mine....... Most of the PuristS on Tour 2014 HUBLOT Fusion Bicycle At HUBLOT, watches grow from beneath our feet Less is More Regards, MTF

41northpole

Nov 13, 2014

Cheers Melvyn

Brings it all back! Tim

heartbreaker

Nov 15, 2014

Pictures, pictures, pictures!!!

Thank you Melvyn! I can't stop thank you and this time is for your pictures... Finally, I've the subtle pleasure to see me on these pages! Ah! Ah! Ah! How serious I was, listening Mr. Chinh! See you, Elio

KIH

Nov 14, 2014

I see you guys had a wonderful time...

... I can't envy enough!!! Thanks 41northpole, thanks Hublot! Ken

heartbreaker

Nov 15, 2014

Dear Tim, dear Carole...

I've finished the adjectives for describing how great was the time spent with fellow PuristS in Switzerland! Really, a wonderful experience... Thank you for your pictures and comments: everything immediately saved on my computer as a reference post. All the very best, arrivederci, Elio