H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Purity: A Collector's Consolidation

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MTR's journey to refine his watch collection offers a timeless perspective on the 'less is more' philosophy. His acquisition of the H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Purity in white gold marks a significant step in consolidating his collection for enhanced quality and personal joy. This article explores MTR's rationale and the community's shared experiences in curating a truly beloved watch collection.

to consolidate my collection and raise the quality and joy.

My Moser Purity Perpetual in WG with black/dark blue fume dial. 42 mm. Perfect fit due to the curved shape of the case and the lugs. 7 days PR and a very reduced appearance.

What a watch!!

3 watches had to go (2 Panerais and 1 Longines) which couldn’t withstand my evolved taste).

So one next step from quantity to substance. My bank safe empties gradually which feels good.

Less is more!!!

And so I start to get closer to a status where I own just watches I really love and will never let go again.

All the best to you, dear watchfriends

Thomas

Key Points from the Discussion

The 'less is more' philosophy often emerges after a period of accumulating many watches without deep appreciation, leading collectors to make hard selections for a few 'grail' pieces.
A key indicator for divesting a watch is when it hasn't been worn for months, or when wearing it out of 'bad conscience' doesn't bring genuine joy, signaling it's time to part ways.
The H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Purity is praised for its aesthetic appeal, including the case, fume dial, and the well-thought-out architecture and finishing of its movement.
MTR's positive experience with a previous H. Moser & Cie. Henry, which proved robust and reliable over five years despite initial concerns, built trust in the brand's quality for his subsequent acquisition.
A common policy for collectors is to let go of a watch when strapping it on no longer brings a smile to their face, indicating a lack of emotional connection.
The understated nature of certain high-value watches, like the Moser Perpetual Purity, where its price isn't immediately apparent, is a quality appreciated by some collectors who prefer 'under the radar' pieces.

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Watchonthewrist

Feb 25, 2020

This Moser is a great and beautiful watch . I wish i could consolidate my collection . Will do so in the future but can’t part from them yet

Lankysudanese

Feb 25, 2020

That is stealth ‘substance’ on your wrist

jlux

Feb 25, 2020

For me the most desirable perpetual calendar on the market!

MTR

Feb 25, 2020

this is to a large extent your merit!! I am so thankful for your hint where to find a brandnew, completely unworn Moser Perpetual Purity for an acceptable price. Just 50 pieces have been made. Worldwide. I also was aible to sell some of my watches to partly fund this Moser. You helped me although you had the chance to offer your own Moser to me. I already stated it in another thread: A great attitude and watch friendship! Such things you just find here on this forum in this special community! Co

MTR

Feb 25, 2020

After all we have bought/acquired these pieces some time ago for good reasons. What helps me: when I don‘t wear a watch for many months. And when I put it on just because of bad conscience I don‘t feel real joy and often miss another watch. That - for me - is the right time to divide. And when you can sell 3 watches of this kind in order to partly fund a watch you badly want and ... „need“, this is full pleasure. 😊 Best Thomas

MTR

Feb 25, 2020

Indeed, it also wears substantially. Best Thomas

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