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Timeout's post highlights a truly rare H. Moser & Cie. dual time reference, one of only 20 produced. His insights into its unique features, like the hidden second time zone hand and its chameleon-like dial, offer a valuable perspective for collectors interested in independent watchmaking and limited editions. This piece provides a rare glimpse into a reference that seldom appears in the wild.
One of 20 produced in mid 2015 in dlc coated titanium it’s a pretty rare bird. I haven’t seen another one in the wild. One of the best functioning dual time watches with the second time zone hour hand (red) sitting under the home time hour hand. I wear it on this kudu strap in the summer months and on its original black carbon alligator strap in the winter. I picked up an additional kudu strap a few weeks ago - this time in grey.
With only 20 made I guess this is “very very rare” 😉
Key Points from the Discussion
- The original strap for this model was a 'carbonized alligator' with a fine nubuck finish, which has developed a unique patina over nine years. Timeout sourced a similar 'carbon alligator' strap from Camille Fournet for his Zeitwerk ST.
- The watch's dial is a chameleon, adapting its hue to its surroundings and strap. It appears grey with a black strap and a warmer brown with a beige kudu strap, also influenced by lighting conditions.
- Timeout acquired this specific reference, #1 of 20, in 2017, a couple of years after its initial release, suggesting it was a 'sleeper' at the time despite its rarity. He suspects Harrods had preferred AD status with Moser.
- The first dual time model from Moser was the Venturer, a case style that has since been discontinued. Timeout's piece is the #1 of 20 Venturer Dual Time.
- All H. Moser & Cie. Limited Editions state '1 of x' on the case back, which indicates 'one of x' pieces in the series, rather than signifying it is the first unit manufactured.
- The contributor noted the extensive range of kudu strap color options available from Moser and praised the dial's ability to adapt its appearance based on the strap and ambient light.
- The 40mm Endeavour case, especially with the dark DLC coating and grey fume dial, is considered an ideal size and offers an understated aesthetic for a Moser.
- The contributor inquired if a combination of GMT and Tourbillon was produced, expressing admiration for Moser's dial design.
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