Fears Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour
Jumping time is an almost underestimated type of watch. These semi digital mechanical devices simplify timekeeping through more complex movements, which is a perfect example of the inherent and lovely absurdity of the watchmaking industry. Their unique display methods bring different layout challenges and unique and wonderful designs, from the sci-fi Space One to the luxurious A. Lange&S ö hne Zeitwerk. Therefore, new jumps are always worth celebrating and tempting. However, for brands that want to enter the jumping time field, the challenge lies in the lack of ready-made movements and modules. So, what should brands do?
For Fears, this is where the power of collaboration comes into play. By collaborating with diligent Christopher Ward, Fears obtained a proven but exclusive solution, which was developed in 2010-11 for their internal jump time module JJ001. In 2023, they first launched a limited edition Alliance 1 Jump Hour watch for use by members of the British Watch Manufacturers Alliance. In 2024, they launched a follow-up mainline version, the Fears Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour, which we have reported on here.
I fully support watches that offer a unique experience, whether it's the smooth sliding and precision of Spring Drive, the hourly clock of Bel Canto, the central minute counter of Lemania 5100, or the dispersed display of the regulator. Jumping time even stands out among these watches because it fundamentally changes the way time is read. Although most similar to a regulator, using static numbers instead of pointers to display hours allows for immediate reading of hours while focusing attention on minutes. The dial is also more empty, with less movement, making it peaceful and practical.
Case and movement
FJH is an elegant watch, but its size is not small. The case is shaped like a 40.5mm pad, and the lugs extend 47mm. It has a thickness of 12.8 millimeters and is covered with a slightly arched sapphire crystal mirror. It is the largest model in the Brunswick series, which also includes 40mm and 38mm models. Due to its cushion shape, it is slightly larger than the circular 40.5mm case because the corners extend outward. Nevertheless, although it stands out on my seven inch wrist, it's not too big.
FJH is an elegant watch, but its size is not small. The case is shaped like a 40.5mm pad, and the lugs extend 47mm. It has a thickness of 12.8 millimeters and is covered with a slightly arched sapphire crystal mirror. It is the largest model in the Brunswick series, which also includes 40mm and 38mm models. Due to its cushion shape, it is slightly larger than the circular 40.5mm case because the corners extend outward. Nevertheless, although it stands out on my seven inch wrist, it's not too big.
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