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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Fears Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour 'Barleycorn Plum' - Hand-Built British Luxury Watch

Discover the Fears Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour Barleycorn Plum watch. Hand-built in Britain with Swiss movement, 3D barleycorn dial, and premium Alcantara straps. Limited production luxury timepiece.


The Barleycorn Plum Collection

The Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour 'Barleycorn Plum' advances Fears' design language with its distinctive dual-tone dial treatment.

Your watch features a compelling contrast between the silver barleycorn outer section and rich plum lacquer inner dial.

This British-made timepiece draws inspiration from a 1924 gentleman's cushion case watch in the Fears archives.

Premium Case Construction

40.5mm Cushion Case Design

  • Machined from 316L stainless steel
  • No flat surfaces with a gentle case back sweep
  • Brushed and polished finishing
  • Traditional onion-shaped crown with Fears Cypher
  • 20mm lug width for strap compatibility

The curved case profile receives the same finish quality typically reserved for precious metals.

Your watch case showcases the skill required for complex stainless-steel machining.

Caseback Options

Exhibition Caseback

  • First Jump Hour model with open display
  • Shows decorated movement components
  • Features custom Fears Blue rotor with Bristol flower

Closed Caseback

  • Perfect surface for personal engraving
  • Custom engraving service available

3D Barleycorn Dial Innovation

Dual-Zone Design

The dial combines two distinct finishes for visual depth.

Outer Dial Zone

  • 3D barleycorn pattern radiating from center
  • Pure silver coating creates bright white to silver transitions
  • Light-catching texture adds dimension

Inner Dial Zone

  • Rich plum matte lacquer finish
  • Bold contrast against silver outer section
  • Sophisticated color balance

Jump Hour Display

Your watch shows hours through a window at 12 o'clock rather than traditional numerals.

The hour disc features bright white lacquer with glossy black Fears 'Edwin' typeface.

A hand-applied rhodium-plated silver ring surrounds the hour window with beveled edges.

Single Hand Design

The Brunswick uses one hand for timekeeping since hours appear in the window display.

Your 'Fears-shaped' minute hand combines two finishes:

  • Half polished to mirror shine
  • Half frosted for contrast
  • Rhodium coating matches dial elements

This dual-finish approach ensures perfect legibility in all lighting conditions.

Swiss Movement with British Assembly

JJ01 Movement Module

The watch runs on Christopher Ward's JJ01 module developed exclusively for Fears.

Built on the proven Sellita SW200 automatic base movement.

Your movement meets Chronometer grade accuracy standards.

The Swiss-made movement is combined with British hand-assembly for quality control.

Premium Strap Collection

Two Alcantara Straps Included

Plum Alcantara

  • Matches the inner dial lacquer perfectly
  • Premium fold-over edge construction
  • Water-resistant Italian material

Storm Grey Alcantara

  • Provides calm contrast to dial colors
  • Same premium construction methods
  • Versatile color works with any outfit

Both straps feature anti-allergenic calf leather lining in signature Fears Blue.

The lining includes an embossed logo and 'Handmade in Belgium' marking.

Fears bespoke pin buckles complete each strap with the company Cypher.

Alcantara Material Benefits

This Italian-developed material offers a suede-like feel with superior durability.

Your straps resist water damage while maintaining comfort.

Alcantara appears in luxury sports car interiors for good reason.

Optional Steel Bracelet

5-Link Bracelet Construction

The steel bracelet features solid screw links for durability.

Brushed and polished link finishing creates visual interest.

Micro-adjustment capability with 8mm and 6mm link options ensures a perfect fit.

Butterfly Clasp Design

The trigger-release mechanism provides both security and ease of use.

Bristol flower enamel detail appears inside the clasp blades.

Quick-release Spring bars allow tool-free removal.

British Manufacturing Heritage

Each Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour receives hand assembly in Britain.

Your watch carries a unique serial number engraved on the case.

Small batch production ensures quality control and exclusivity.

The manufacturing process combines traditional British craftsmanship with modern precision.

Amos Presentation Box

Your watch arrives in a solid ash wood presentation box.

The rectangular design draws inspiration from vintage Fears watch boxes.

Custom blue stain matches company heritage colors.

Cream suede lining protects your timepiece.

Chrome push button provides secure closure with Fears logo engraving.

Technical Specifications

Case: 40.5mm stainless steel, cushion shape, brushed and polished
Dial: Silver barleycorn pattern with plum lacquer center
Movement: Christopher Ward JJ01 module, Sellita SW200 base, automatic
Water Resistance: 100 meters (10 ATM)
Straps: Two Alcantara straps (Plum, Storm Grey), handmade
Bracelet: Optional 5-link stainless steel with butterfly clasp
Crystal: Sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Crown: Traditional onion shape with Fears Cypher

Customization Options

Your Brunswick accepts any 20mm strap from the Fears collection.

Tool-free strap changes make customization simple.

Personal engraving services are available for closed caseback models.

Bracelet sizing is completed before shipping, with spare links included.

Why Choose the Barleycorn Plum

This model represents the next chapter in Jump Hour design evolution.

Your watch combines British heritage with modern materials and Swiss precision.

The unique dual-tone dial creates visual interest without compromising legibility.

Hand-built construction ensures each piece meets exacting quality standards.

Limited production numbers make this a collectible timepiece.

The combination of traditional inspiration and contemporary execution appeals to discerning collectors.

Your investment supports British manufacturing while enjoying Swiss movement reliability.

The Fears Brunswick 40.5 Jump Hour 'Barleycorn Plum' represents British watchmaking excellence with Swiss precision. This luxury timepiece features a unique 3D barleycorn-patterned dial in silver and plum, housed in a 40.5mm cushion-shaped stainless-steel case. Hand-built in Britain, this watch features the Christopher Ward JJ01 module with a Sellita SW200 base movement. It displays time through a single minute hand and a jump hour window. Complete with two premium Alcantara straps and an optional steel bracelet, each piece is individually numbered and presented in a handcrafted ash wood box.

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