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In the ever-evolving world of contemporary watchmaking, enter the new Jump Hour by MAEN Watches, created in collaboration with watch connoisseur and media personality Nico Leonard. This debut marks MAEN’s first foray into the world of complications—and it arrives with striking clarity and purpose.
For those familiar with MAEN, the brand has long walked a fine line between vintage sensibility and modern execution. With the Jump Hour, they’ve taken a bold step further—resurrecting a mechanical feature with roots in the early 20th century and reinterpreting it through the lens of contemporary design. The result is a watch that doesn’t shout but quietly commands attention.
The Jump Hour complication is a rarity today. Unlike traditional hour hands that sweep or glide, the Jump Hour features a numeral that jumps to the next hour instantaneously, on the hour. It’s a subtle, elegant mechanism that whispers rather than boasts—perfectly in line with MAEN’s philosophy.
Leonard’s fingerprints are all over this piece—not in aesthetics alone, but in its deeper horological integrity. The presence of the discreet Pride & Pinion logo on the dial is a nod to his loyal following, and a signal to watch enthusiasts that this collaboration is rooted in genuine respect for the craft.
At 34mm in diameter and just 9.7mm in height, the stainless steel case is surprisingly compact, appealing to collectors who value wearability as much as mechanics. The color options—Forest Green, Classic Black, and a confident Red—offer versatility without diluting the design’s identity. Each timepiece is paired with a custom FKM rubber strap, ensuring durability and comfort without sacrificing style.
Powering this understated marvel is a modified ST1721 automatic movement, boasting 20 jewels and a 38-hour power reserve. Priced at €999 (excluding VAT), the Jump Hour offers an unusually accessible entry into the world of mechanical complications—especially for a piece so rich in character.
But there’s a strategic layer here, too. MAEN is releasing the watch through a one-week pre-order window, from April 7 to April 13, 2025. It’s a deliberate move—creating scarcity, encouraging immediacy, and rewarding the brand’s dedicated community.
With this release, MAEN and Nico Leonard have delivered something quietly impactful: a timepiece that honors horology’s past while remaining firmly rooted in the now. For collectors who seek substance, heritage, and modern charisma—this might just be the watch to watch.
