H. MOSER & CIE. – SWISS ALP WATCH Minute Retrograde "Grand Feu" Enamel Edition

H. MOSER & CIE. – SWISS ALP WATCH Minute Retrograde White Gold "Grand Feu" Enamel Limited Edition

THE SWISS ALP WATCH MINUTE RETROGRADE:
THE H. MOSER & CIE. TIMEPIECE WITH AN HAUTLENCE SURPRISE

H. Moser & Cie. likes to surprise... often in the most unexpected of places. The Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde is a case in point. Pairing the rectangular case of its Swiss Alp Watch with the highly technical movement from its sister brand HAUTLENCE, H. Moser & Cie. has created a delightful surprise which combines tradition with modernity. This unique approach faithfully employs classic Haute Horlogerie techniques whilst incorporating the ultimate in technological movements. A striking contrast in a mesmerisingly beautiful watch that is compelling from every angle.

The Swiss Alp Watch stands against the tide of smart watches, as a symbol of traditional Swiss watchmaking. The Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde features all the attributes one would expect in a timepiece made in the Haute Horlogerie tradition: the piece features a minute dial created in "Grand Feu" enamel and a flame-blued retrograde hand. Its rectangular case is spectacular with its rounded corners, curved sapphire crystal on its edges, and three 3D sapphire crystals adorning the top and sides.

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The exquisite curved crystal case sets off the HAUTLENCE HL2.0 calibre to stunning effect. The hourly rotation of the regulating organ on the mobile form movement can be admired through the large opening. The escapement and hairspring are produced in-house by Precision Engineering AG, a sister company of H. Moser & Cie. and HAUTLENCE.

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On this jumping hours model, the hours are shown in Roman numerals — as is the tradition — and are driven by a chain system comprising 12 hinged links. Occurring every 60 minutes, the jump is not instantaneous, taking place over 3 to 4 seconds, in a controlled way to ensure the components are protected from shocks, thanks to the mechanism's integrated speed regulator. This smooth rotation, with no shock or loss of power, means that the wearer can admire the beauty of the movement at work.

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Equipped with two barrels, the HL2.0 automatic calibre on the Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde guarantees a 45-hour power reserve, displayed on an indicator at 6 o'clock. H. Moser & Cie. chose alligator leather for the strap, which has a matte look on this model thanks to its carbon-effect finish. The timepiece comes with a second strap, in beige kudu leather with a green leather lining – a true hallmark of H. Moser & Cie. Each variant has a classic look, with a dynamic, modern touch which really sets it apart.

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H. Moser & Cie. and HAUTLENCE belong to MELB Holding, an independent family group based in Switzerland. This affiliation makes possible a series of collaborations, proving that there is strength in numbers. The Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde is the second product on which the two companies have cooperated.

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In October 2015, HAUTLENCE led the way by launching the Tourbillon 01, a timepiece from the Atelier collection equipped with the HMC 802 Manufacture calibre from H. Moser & Cie. 

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The huge success of these two partnerships is largely due to the way in which the identity and personality of each Manufacture is respected, which is no small achievement.

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HAUTLENCE
Ever since its foundation in 2004, HAUTLENCE has been dedicated to bringing a new dynamic into the art of
watchmaking, thus gaining the recognition of watch collectors and connoisseurs the world over. The brand has
a portfolio of four calibres designed and manufactured in-house and relies on external partners for the
movements of certain collections. HAUTLENCE launched the HL calibre in 2005, followed in 2009 by the
HLQ calibre, with the brand’s third calibre, the HLC, hot on its heels in 2010. The following year saw the
introduction of the high-flying HL2.0 calibre in a variety of different versions. Since 2012, HAUTLENCE has
enjoyed the support of MELB Holding, which has made its experience and network accessible to the brand
with the aim of developing effective synergies between HAUTLENCE and the group as a whole.
Like its name, an anagram of the brand’s hometown of Neuchâtel, HAUTLENCE is renowned for turning
things upside down. The brand has challenged the boundaries of traditional watchmaking designs by drawing on
its architecturally-inspired roots and uniting them with innovative mechanical solutions borrowed from other
industrial worlds. Acutely aware of the two essential dimensions of time and space, HAUTLENCE is driven to
design timepieces with original lines and multi-level dial constructions that provide incredible depth.
Its Gentlemen Rebels approach to watchmaking is perfectly embodied in its choice of brand ambassador, Eric
Cantona, and its challenging communication message "CROSS THE LINE".

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 

Model: SWISS ALP WATCH MINUTE RETROGRADE Gold Edition

Reference 5900-0200

White gold model, minute dial in "Grand Feu" enamel,
black alligator leather strap with carbon-effect finish for a matte look or beige kudu leather strap, limited edition of 10 pieces

Case
Solid 18 carat white gold
Dimensions: 48.0 x 42.1 mm, height: 18.3 mm
Sapphire crystal
See-through sapphire crystal case-back and sapphire crystal on the side of the case
Crown adorned with an "M"
Engraved as a limited edition
Dial
Window revealing the mechanism
White "Grand Feu" enamel minute dial
Half-trailing hours system displayed by a chain at 11 o'clock
Blued retrograde minute hand
Movement
HAUTLENCE  automatic Manufacture calibre HL2.0
Mobile form movement, with a regulating organ which completes one 60° rotation each hour Hours displayed with a 12-link chain and hinged pallet system, controlled by a speed regulator which rotates 48 times with each passing hour
Off-centre rotor, oscillating weight made from 18-carat white gold
Dimensions: 37.8 x 33.2 mm, height: 12.4 mm
Frequency: 18,000 Vib/h
Number of jewels: 92 jewels
Power reserve: 45 hours
2 barrels: going train barrel and complication barrel
Original Straumann Hairspring® with stabilised Breguet overcoil
Movement and components finished and decorated by hand (satin-finishing and drawing, hand bevelling, anthracite ruthenium coating and mirror-polished steel components)
Functions

• Half-trailing hours
• Retrograde minutes
• Power reserve indicator

Strap
Hand-stitched black alligator strap with carbon-effect finish for a matte look or beige kudu leather strap with Moser green leather lining 18-carat solid white gold folding clasp engraved with the Moser logo

Limited Edition of 10 pieces

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Press release - 2017
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H. MOSER & CIE.
MOSER SCHAFFHAUSEN AG
Rundbuckstrasse 10
CH-8212 Neuhausen am Rheinfall
Switzerland
TEL.          +41 52 674 0050
FAX          +41 52 674 0055
E-MAIL      info@h-moser.com
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