OVNI Jumping Hour Founders Edition
The Isotope OVNI Jumping Hour Founders Edition is a unique timepiece that embraces its "Unidentified Flying Object" namesake with a flying saucer-shaped case and an unconventional jumping hour complication. This limited edition, which sold out during pre-order, features a proprietary module atop a La Joux-Perret automatic movement, offering a distinctive take on timekeeping.
- Limited to 150 pieces (Founders Edition)
- 904L stainless steel case
- La Joux-Perret caliber G101 movement
- 68 hours of power reserve
The case is designed to mimic a flying saucer, featuring an oblate spheroid shape crafted from brushed 904L stainless steel, with lugs bolted onto the case rather than being formed from the same piece.
The case back includes an engraving of a UFO and a small exhibition window that can reveal a cow being beamed up if the rotor is positioned correctly.
The sapphire crystal arcs between two brushed steel surfaces, with the larger central 'cap' hovering over the dial, creating a window into the watch.
Time is read via a lumed minute hand and an aluminum disc that jumps to reveal the current hour numeral through an opening, rather than a traditional jumping hour disc.
The hour numerals are printed with green-glowing Super-LumiNova, but only the currently visible numeral is charged, leading to un-lumed numerals when the hour clicks over.
The movement is a Soignée (top) grade La Joux-Perret caliber G101, adjusted in four positions and featuring Côtes de Genève.
The watch has a substantial presence on the wrist, feeling heavier and more significant than its 40mm diameter might suggest, with stubby lugs that sit low.
The crown is unconventionally positioned at the 12 o'clock position, requiring the watch to be removed for time adjustments.