Watch Collection: Pseudo-Shopping Therapy

Key Points from the Discussion

• The preference for the white Moser dial signature over the new lacquer stealth version, and the bright finish movement on original models, indicates a collector's appreciation for specific aesthetic details in H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner watches.
• Despite a long-standing desire for the IWC Portugieser Chronograph and previous ownership of the Portugieser Perpetual, wrist size constraints and evolving preferences have shifted focus towards other models like the H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner, though competition for watch dollars remains high.
• Initial 'Indie-snobiness' towards non-Nautilus steel Patek Philippe models and a previous aversion to the 70s design of Streamliner cases and bracelets have evolved into appreciation, with the H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Flyback Chronograph in blue now a grail.
• Critical assessment of a Patek Philippe model highlighted simple hand shapes, softer stepped lugs compared to other references (5172, 5320), and a movement that appeared small for the case and lacked expected finishing quality at its price point.
• The H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Flyback Chronograph in blue is noted as a significant grail watch, with its price point being two-thirds that of the sparkling blue dial variant in stainless steel.