H. Moser & Cie. First Watch Collection — WatchProSite Forum Digest

terbaboom · 2021-05-16T08:21:24Z

Explore terbaboom's journey to acquiring his H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Concept, overcoming initial accuracy issues with a Venturer, and community insights on this iconic timepiece.

Terbaboom's journey to acquiring his first H. Moser & Cie. timepiece offers a fascinating look into the decision-making process of a luxury watch collector. His initial experience with a Venturer model, followed by an unexpected issue with timekeeping accuracy, ultimately led him to the iconic Endeavour Concept. This article explores terbaboom's personal account and the community's insights on this significant acquisition.

i was initially considering this heritage model, but upon trying the venturer, couldn't get it off my wrist. so i walked out of the shop wearing the venturer (i paid for it, of course), but within 3 hours, it was obvious that the venturer wasn't keeping accurate time. it was too slow. so i brought it back to the shop, but they didn't have another piece to exchange. as the venturer was already beyond my planned budget by a stretch, i was rather reluctant to top up for the endeavour even though the watch is just as beautiful. to cut the long story short, since we won't be allowed to dine out for the next 1 month at least (some savings there... hehehe), i top up for the endeavour and am so glad i did it... such minimalistic beauty

Key Points from the Discussion

The Endeavour Concept, with its curved case, finished movement, and incredible fume dial, is often considered a favorite among collectors, even over other H. Moser & Cie. models.
The initial Venturer model exhibited significant timekeeping issues, running several minutes slow within hours of purchase, despite appearing accurate during in-store testing.
It is unusual for a new H. Moser & Cie. watch to have such immediate and noticeable accuracy problems, suggesting a potential escapement adjustment issue that would require professional attention.
Many long-term owners of the H. Moser & Cie. Concept models express enduring satisfaction with their watches and the brand, highlighting the lasting appeal of these minimalist designs.
There can be confusion among new enthusiasts regarding the specific H. Moser & Cie. models, particularly distinguishing between the Heritage (with number indices), Venturer (with a sub-dial), and the minimalist Endeavour Concept (empty dial).

The Discussion

jlux

May 16, 2021

Great choice.

Simply a beautiful watch!

Cpt Scarlet

May 16, 2021

Congratulations ! ....

This is great news for you, superb choice. I still enjoy this one ...

terbaboom

May 16, 2021

thanks, Captain!

nice green dial!

baldywatchman

May 16, 2021

It was meant to be congratulations

terbaboom

May 16, 2021

thanks, baldywatchman!

Monopole

May 16, 2021

Congratulations! Got my Endeavour last week too! Enjoy yours in good health.

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