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Timekeepers Club / July 10, 2024

H. Moser & Cie. Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition

In celebration of Sincere Fine Watches’ 70th anniversary, H. Moser & Cie. introduces the captivating Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition. Limited to 20 pieces, this special edition celebrates Sincere’s remarkable 70-year journey of unparalleled service and dedication in cultivating watch appreciation in the region. It also pays tribute to the enduring collaboration between Sincere Fine Watches and H. Moser & Cie., characterized by a shared dedication to horological excellence and the relentless pursuit of innovation.

True to H. Moser & Cie.'s style of irreverent Haute Horlogerie, this timepiece stands out not only for its technical prowess but also for its aesthetic audacity. By blending traditional craftsmanship with innovative and contemporary design elements, this commemorative edition offers collectors a timepiece that is as exclusive as it is extraordinary.

An Enamel Dial of Unprecedented Beauty

The Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition marks a first for the Pioneer collection, showcasing a "Grand Feu" enamel dial in a mesmerizing Purple fumé hue. This exquisite dial represents a harmonious fusion of tradition and innovation, meticulously crafted by master enamellers using the labour-intensive "Grand Feu" enamel technique.

The process begins with an intricate pattern engraved onto the gold base, resembling hammered metal. This textured foundation interacts beautifully with translucent pigments. Different coloured pigments are washed, finely crushed, and delicately applied one at a time with meticulous care and precision, showcasing the hallmark of artisan craftsmanship. This exacting procedure ensures the colours oxidize and seamlessly meld together, creating a beautiful gradient without any visible pixelation.

To achieve the signature H. Moser & Cie. fumé effect, each dial undergoes multiple firings in the furnace, repeated between ten and twelve times. This rigorous process not only imbues every piece with the depth and complexity characteristic of the "Grand Feu" enamel technique but also ensures that a unique masterpiece emerges. Each dial boasts a striking texture and an intensely alluring purple hue, a testament to the unwavering dedication and artistry that define H. Moser & Cie.

Optimized Legibility with Ingenious Functionality

Designed for optimal legibility, the Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition features two large windows to display the month and date, augmented by H. Moser & Cie.'s innovative "Flash Calendar" function, enabling an instantaneous date change at midnight. The date can be set at any time of day, forwards or backwards, without risking damage to the movement.

With a strikingly minimalistic design, the dial is stripped of almost all indications except for the plus and minus signs that indicate the power-reserve at 9 o’clock, an offset small second at 6 o’clock, and with a leap year cycle indicator concealed on the movement side. The partially skeletonized leaf-shaped hands are filled with Super-LumiNova® to further enhance readability.

The Heart of Excellence: HMC 808 Movement

At the heart of this exquisite timepiece lies the HMC 808 hand-wound manufacture movement, a marvel of horological engineering that offers a power reserve of at least seven days, thanks to its double barrel design. The HMC 808 is a movement that epitomizes unparalleled simplicity and innovation. Unlike conventional designs where the calendar mechanism is a modular addition, the HMC 808 seamlessly incorporates the calendar mechanism into the core architecture of the movement. An exceptional blend of form and function, the HMC 808 exemplifies H. Moser & Cie.'s dedication to precision, reliability, and innovation, pushing the boundaries of fine mechanical watchmaking.

A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship and Durability

Crafted in 18-carat red gold with black DLC-treated titanium inserts, the 42.8mm case of the Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition offers striking contrast and robust durability, boasting water resistance up to 120 meters. This combination enhances both aesthetic appeal and functionality, ensuring versatility for any occasion. This exclusive Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition showcases Sincere’s 70th anniversary logo engraved on the open caseback. As part of the Pioneer collection, this edition harmoniously blends timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship, providing a sophisticated allure paired with practical functionality.

The 20-piece H. Moser & Cie. Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition will be available at all Sincere Fine Watches Boutiques with a retail price of SGD $130,000 (including GST).

Technical specifications


H. Moser & Cie. Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition

Reference: 3808-0900

Limited edition of 20 pieces

Case

  • Material: 18-carat red gold and black DLC-treated titanium
  • Diameter: 42.8 mm
  • Thickness: 15.2 mm, Without sapphire crystal: 11.7 mm
  • Crown: Black DLC-treated titanium screw-in crown adorned with an “M”
  • Glass: Curved sapphire crystal
  • Case back: See-through case back
  • Engravings on the case back: Sincere 70th Anniversary emblem laser engraved
  • Water-resistant to 120 meters

Dial and hands

  • Purple fumé "Grand Feu" enamel with hammered texture
  • Leaf-shaped, partially-skeletonised hands filled with Super-LumiNova®

Movement

  • HMC 808 hand-wound calibre
  • Diameter: 34.0 mm or 15 lignes
  • Thickness: 6.3 mm
  • Frequency: 18,000 vph
  • Number of jewels: 32
  • Number of parts: 294
  • Power reserve of minimum 7 days

Functions/Indications

  • Hours and minutes, small seconds with hacking
  • Perpetual calendar with date and month
  • Big date display
  • Month indicator window
  • Power reserve indicator
  • Leap year cycle indicator on movement side

Strap and buckle

  • Black rubber
  • Red gold pin buckle, engraved with the H. Moser & Cie. logo

MSRP: SGD 130'000

For more information, please visit h-moser.com

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