Audemars Piguet’s latest release explores a corner of its archive seldom revisited. The Neo Frame Jumping Hour, introduced on February 4, pairs a distinctive rectangular case with a contemporary mechanical display. The 24.6 mm × 34 mm case is machined from 18‑carat pink gold, its elongated profile accented by vertical gadroons and a slightly curved bezel reminiscent of Streamline Moderne architecture.

A black sapphire dial sits flush within the case and features a circular minute disc that rotates beneath a wide aperture at 6 o’clock; above it, a small jumping‑hour window changes once every 60 minutes.

Power comes from the self‑winding Calibre 7122 movement, which comprises 159 components and delivers a 52‑hour power reserve. Designed in house by Audemars Piguet, the calibre operates at 4 Hz and is decorated with Côtes de Genève and polished bevels.

The movement is visible through the sapphire caseback, where an openworked rotor in pink gold echoes the case geometry. Completing the package is an integrated black calfskin strap with a folding clasp, reinforcing the watch’s streamlined appearance.

While jumping‑hour watches date back to the 1920s, Audemars Piguet’s modern interpretation balances nostalgia with wearability. Its proportioned case slips easily under a cuff, yet the unusual display invites conversation. The Neo Frame Jumping Hour is available at Audemars Piguet boutiques and authorized retailers.

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Neo Frame Jumping Hour

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$ 71,200

• Case Material: 18-carat Pink Gold
• Case Diameter: 34mm
• Movement: Calibre 7122
• Water Resistance: 20 meters