ALTNEU 2026 — Hebrew Backwards Watch
ALTNEU 2026 — Hebrew Backwards Watch
The clock that inspired this watch has been running backwards since 1764.
Mounted on the Jewish Town Hall in Prague, it was built with Hebrew numerals — and hands that move counter-clockwise, following the direction of Hebrew script. For 260 years, it has kept time in its own way. Quietly. Stubbornly. Beautifully.
The ALTNEU watch puts that tradition on your wrist. Japanese Miyota movement. Silver-plated case. 38 mm. Built to last — designed to start conversations.
Every time someone notices your watch and asks "does it really go backwards?" — you'll have a story worth telling.
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ALTNEU Backwards Watch — 2026 Edition

THE PRAGUE TIME CREST
In 1648, the Jewish community of Prague helped defend the city against Swedish invasion. The Emperor granted them a symbol of honor — the "Swedish Hat" — to be carried on their flag for centuries to come.
It's now engraved on the crown of every ALTNEU watch. A small detail you'll feel every time you set the time. A reminder that the people who inspired this watch didn't just keep time. They made history.
INSTANT STRAP EXCHANGE
One watch. Endless combinations.
The 2026 edition introduces a quick-release strap system — no tools, no jeweler, no fuss. Just slide, click, and you're wearing a different watch.
Dress it up with black leather for the evening. Go casual with brown for the weekend. Match blue to your favorite shirt. Every strap in our 2026 collection fits every 2026 ALTNEU.
It takes about 10 seconds. We timed it.
Quick-release is exclusive to the 2026 edition.
Awesome to wear!
Great product, great service and reasonable price
Very well finished. The historical connection to the old synagogue in Prague is notable. I am quite pleased!
The band is a little short - I’m on the last stop - but otherwise, this is a fine watch.