In the often serious, ultra-traditional realm of horology, London-based independent brand Mr Jones Watches has always stood out as an irreverent canvas for graphic storytelling. Through their innovative Printer’s Editions series, the studio hands the creative reins over to the very artisans who hand-print and assemble their timepieces daily in Neal Street.
The latest canvas to be reimagined is the Mr Jones Moon Head Printer’s Edition Watch, an archival favourite originally created by illustrator Andrew Rae and now reinterpreted through the artistic lens of printmaker Emma Prince.
Priced at an accessible £225, this 100-piece limited edition merges surrealist graphic novel lore, philosophical homage, and artisanal London craftsmanship into an enchanting wristwear statement.
From Graphic Novel Roots to a Studio Reimagining
The origin of Moonhead traces back to 2014 as part of Mr Jones’ early Facetimer collection, inspired by Joey Moonhead—the central character from Andrew Rae’s acclaimed graphic novel Moonhead and the Music Machine.
In Rae’s original 20-piece release, an Apollo Orbiter and astronaut orbited a watchful, swivelling moon to mark the hours and minutes.
Fast forward to the present, and Emma Prince—a 2022 Camberwell College of Arts illustration graduate working as a Quality Control and Print Workshop Assistant at Mr Jones—has breathed vibrant new life into Rae’s cosmic universe.
Known for an artistic practice centred on intricate storytelling, printmaking, and mono-typing, Emma has expanded the dial into a sprawling visual hunt packed with pop-culture references. The surreal design weaves subtle nods to everything from David Bowie’s legendary Ziggy Stardust persona to philosopher Bertrand Russell’s famous celestial teapot floating through space.
Astronomical Time-Telling & Philosophical Whimsy
Reading the time on the Moon Head Printer’s Edition abandons traditional hour and minute hands in favour of an imaginative, narrative-driven layout:
- The Hours: The centre of the celestial Moon indicates the current hour as it gazes out across the cosmic landscape.
- The Minutes: The fine tip of the floating teapot’s spout tracks the passing minutes around the dial’s perimeter.
“Storytelling is at the heart of Emma’s practice—turning the Moon Head dial into a miniature world filled with hidden characters, pop-culture nods, and Bertrand Russell’s teapot.”
This whimsical arrangement transforms an everyday check of the time into a playful moment of contemplation.
Every glance at the dial invites the wearer to search for new hidden details layered within the hand-printed graphic composition.
Hand-Printed London Artistry & Limited Edition Rarity
In true Mr Jones fashion, every single colour on the dial is hand-mixed, airbrushed, and screen-printed layer by layer by the brand’s dedicated London workshop team.
Each timepiece is housed in a mid-sized, unisex 316L stainless steel chassis protected by a hard-wearing sapphire glass crystal.
| Feature Specification | Horological & Artistic Detail |
| Retail Price | £225 GBP (Limited Printer’s Edition of 100 Pieces) |
| Dial Artistry | Hand-Mixed, Airbrushed & Multi-Layer Printed in London |
| Case Metallurgy | 316L Stainless Steel w/ Engraved Edition Number Case Back |
| Glass & Strap | Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Glass & 18mm Silver Stainless Steel Strap |
| Movement Engine | Swiss-Grade Quartz (Battery Powered) |
| Water Resistance | 5 ATM / 50 Metres / 165 Feet |
| Warranty Package | 12-Month Manufacturer Warranty |
Limited to strictly 100 numbered examples worldwide—with each individual edition number finely engraved on the case back—the Mr Jones Moon Head Printer’s Edition Watch (£225) is a delightful, conversation-starting homage to British illustration and independent watchmaking.
