H. MOSER & CIE. – ENDEAVOUR Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue Edition

H. MOSER & CIE. – ENDEAVOUR Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue Titanium DLC Limited Edition NEW

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BOLD AND MODERN FOR A STRIKING LOOK: H. MOSER & CIE. PRESENTS
THE ENDEAVOUR PERPETUAL CALENDAR FUNKY BLUE IN TITANIUM

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H. Moser & Cie. has produced a limited edition of just 10 pieces, boldly combining DLC treated titanium and the striking shades of its sky-blue fumé dial, in what looks set to become one of their iconic dials. Introducing the Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue in titanium, a model that once again embodies the very essence of H. Moser & Cie.: the creation of exceptional timepieces with a respect for tradition but with modern, unique designs.

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Since the start of the year, H. Moser & Cie. has repeatedly revisited its perpetual calendar, with some surprising results. As a leap year, 2016 also marks the 10th  anniversary of the legendary calibre HMC 341 that drives the H. Moser Endeavour Perpetual Calendar. Often described as the most streamlined and legible perpetual calendar on the market, this model is now available in an exquisite range of colour and material combinations.

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H. Moser & Cie. has broken new ground with a brazenly bold version that combines the scintillating black of DLC-finished titanium with the electric blue of its sky-blue fumé dial. The result is an urban, contemporary piece with shifting tones, designed for an elegant clientele in search of a modern touch. Only a lucky few will have the chance to see it adorning their wrist, with just 10 pieces available from H. Moser & Cie. authorised retailers starting in June.

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The very first owner of an Endeavour Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue in titanium is none other than former German football star Karl-Heinz Riedle. A world champion in 1990 and bronze medallist in the 1988 Olympic Games, Karl-Heinz Riedle boasts an impressive record. An elite sportsman, perfectionist and watch aficionado, H. Moser & Cie. was an obvious choice for him.

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TECHNICAL FEATURES

Model: ENDEAVOUR Perpetual Calendar Funky Blue EDITION

Reference: 1341-0505 Titanium model with DLC treatment, sky-blue fumé dial,
alligator strap with carbon-effect matte finish, limited edition of 10 pieces

Case
Titanium with DLC treatment, three-part
Diameter: 40.8 mm
Height: 11.1 mm
Curved sapphire crystal
See-through curved sapphire crystal case-back
Crown adorned with an "M"
Engraved on the movement side with the inscription "1/10" on the case
Dial
Sky-blue fumé with sunburst pattern
Appliqué indices and leaf-shaped hands
Month indicated with a small arrow-shaped centre hand
Sub-dial for seconds
Big date display
Movement
Mechanical hand-wound in-house calibre HMC 341
Diameter: 34.0 mm or 15 lignes
Height: 5.8 mm
Frequency: 18,000 Vib/h
28 jewels
Power reserve: minimum 7 days
Stop seconds
Double barrel
Interchangeable Moser escapement, Original Straumann Hairspring® with stabilised Breguet overcoil
Pallet fork and escapement wheel made from gold
Movement and components hand-finished and decorated
Functions
Perpetual calendar
Big date display
Month indicator via central hand
Hours and minutes
Off-centre seconds dial
Power reserve indicator on dial
Leap year cycle indicator on movement side
Strap
Hand-stitched black alligator strap with carbon-effect matte finish
Solid titanium DLC-treated pin buckle, engraved with the Moser logo.

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CONTACT
Nathalie Cobos, T +41 76 319 03 09, press@h-moser.com
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GRONEFELD – 1941 Remontoire Gold Edition

GRÖNEFELD – 1941 Remontoire Constant Force Gold Limited Edition NEW

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Going back to our roots: 

The Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire

The Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire features an eight seconds constant force mechanism, ensuring the force serving the balance wheel does not wane.

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From the mainspring being fully wound to the last minute of the 36 hours of power reserve, when the stop works intervenes, the force never fluctuates. The result is that the amplitude and rate remain consistent, leading to superior precision.

 

The inspiration for the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire

Ever since Bart and Tim were young boys they would frequently play to the sounds of the Saint Plechelmus church clock movement, close to the location of the company's workshops. This movement has always played an important part in the history of Grönefeld.

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Johan Grönefeld, the brother's grandfather, was responsible for maintaining the church clock.  When Johan passed away, this responsibility passed to their father, Sjef.

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Sjef Grönefeld, adjusts the tower clock Royal Eijsbouts in the church in Oldenzaal

The church clock, created in 1913 by Royal Eijsbouts in the village of Asten, The Netherlands is equipped with a remontoire mechanism. The rationale for the remontoire being used in the church clock was the clock's display was positioned much higher than the movement, necessitating significant force.

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However, the magnitude of such force would prove too great for a conventional escapement, hence a remontoire, or constant force mechanism, was fitted.

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Moreover, the minute hand was calibrated to jump every 30 seconds, breaking any ice which may have formed in cold weather and, in so doing, preventing the clock hands from freezing.

The new 1941 case, recognising the influence of Sjef

To coincide with the release of the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire, Bart and Tim are pleased to reveal for the first time, the new 1941 case. This case design, named after the year their father was born, harnesses much craftsmanship and is intended to recognise the positive influence Sjef has had on their lives.

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The sculpted case is executed with a specially shaped cutter to create its characteristic hollowed, concave recesses and convex surfaces. In between each additional cutting phase, the case is polished prior to the next stage of milling, ensuring the precisely defined contours of the case are retained. This process proves incredibly time-consuming but the outcome justifies the effort.

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The lugs are retained with two hidden titanium screws, positioned inside the case. The lugs can be detached for remedial polishing or, should they have been subject to excessive trauma, they can be replaced.

For the first time, Grönefeld offers the new 1941 case in 18-carat white gold, alloyed with Palladium 150. This form of gold alloy is costlier but obviates the need for rhodium plating, hence its surface will not wear out. Alternatively, a 5N red gold case option is available.

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Measuring 39.5mm in diameter, with a restrained height of 10.5mm, the 1941 case is the epitome of elegance, courtesy of its discreet, graceful lines.

Bestowing a sense of calmness

The solid Sterling Silver dial features frosted and satin-grained surfaces, augmented with subtly polished edges. It employs three dial feet rather than the customary two, ensuring a very stable, solid union with the movement beneath. The extended Lancette hour and minute hands are flame-blued steel and include hand polished centres. The hour circle sits higher than the central dial area, delightfully playing with depths to eye-catching affect.

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Each hour is denoted with an applied index which is faceted and diamond cut. The tapering point of each index guides the eyes towards the central area of the dial, aiding interpretation of the highly lucid display of hours and minutes.

In the lower portion of the dial is a small seconds display, this again masterfully plays with depths to deliver a sumptuous aesthetic appearance. A grained circlet, marked with Arabic numerals, provides a fascinating contradistinction with the adjacent frosted surfaces.

Every change of dial depth is accentuated with a highly polished bevelled edge, engaging beautifully with ambient light.

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The Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire features a governor to regulate the speed of the remontoire mechanism. Positioned at 9 o'clock designed to mitigate shocks to the gear train from the remontoire mechanism stopping. It rotates every eight seconds, adopting a calm tempo and bestowing a sense of calmness.

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The dial is signed with "Grönefeld', 'Eight Seconds Remontoire' and 'Handcrafted". Indeed, every component is finished by hand to the highest standard.

A movement for purists

From the outset, Bart and Tim always envisaged the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire as a watch intended to appeal to the most discerning of watch collectors. It was therefore imperative that the movement was befitting of such a timepiece, appealing to the exacting requirements of purists.

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The stainless steel bridges replicate the facades of the Dutch houses, termed 'bell gables' and reference the homeland of the Horological Brothers, Bart and Tim. The bridges are hand-beveled, evincing a brilliant gleam, while the centres deliver a sublime contrast with their micro-blasted surfaces, adorned with relief engraving.

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The new 5-arm, double spoke gear train wheels exhibit a contemporary character, but their circular grained surfaces pay due reverence to fine watchmaking tradition. The movement includes a balance wheel with white gold timing screws and is equipped with a free-sprung over-coil hairspring with triangular stud.

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Gold chatons stand testament to the no-compromise specification of this movement whilst mirror polished screws feature chamfered rims and slots. Numerous surfaces glisten, courtesy of mirror-polishing which has been patiently executed by time-served hands. The inventory of different surface decorations will sate the desires of any purist and include snailed, grained, spotted and frosted surfaces.

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With so much beauty harnessed within the Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire it only seemed appropriate to share the movement with wearers, equipping the timepiece with a sapphire caseback.

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The time-consuming creation of each movement means that production will be limited to only 188 Remontoire movements, each with its own unique serial number, offered in a choice of case material and dial variants.

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Technical Specifications

Model: GRÖNEFELD – 1941 Remontoire

• 1941 Remontoire Constant Force Red Gold

• 1941 Remontoire Constant Force White Gold

Movement
Hand-wound Mechanical Movement Calibre G-05
8 Seconds Remontoire Mechanism
Diameter: 32,0 mm
Thickness: 5,5 mm
Number of parts: 258 parts
Number of jewels: 36 jewels, partially set in solid gold chatons
Power reserve: 36 hours with constant force (stop system)
Remontoire
To optimize time keeping a small hairspring is wound every 8 seconds to guarantee a constant force for the escapement. A complex satellite gearing mechanism with hypocycloidal gears, twin ball bearings, pinions and jewelled levers, achieve this.
Balance wheel: Variable-inertia balance wheel with four white gold timing screws (diameter 10 mm)
Frequency: 21.600 vibrations/hour
Balance spring: Free sprung with Phillips terminal over coil curve with triangle hairspring stud
Escapement: Jewelled Swiss lever
Main Plate: Spotted and ruthenium electroplated brass main plate
Bridges   
Stainless steel, bevels polished by hand, micro-blasted centre
Circular grain on the top to highlight the bridges shapes and engravings
Relief engraved Grönefeld logo, number of jewels and eight seconds remontoire
Hacking seconds   
In setting mode the hacking seconds mechanism will be activated
Displays
Central Hours and Minutes
Small Seconds at 6 o’clock
Governor speed regulator at 9 o’clock
Case and dial
White Gold Au750/Pd150 (Non Rhodium plated) or Red Gold Au750 5N
Domed sapphire crystal on the front with hard antireflective coating on both sides
Flat sapphire crystal on the back with hard antireflective coating on both sides
Engraving: Grönefeld and the individual number
Number of components: 66 parts
8 White gold security screws
Diameter: 39, 5 mm
Thickness: 10,5 mm
Water resistance: 3 atm(30 meters/100 feet)
Crown: White gold Au750/Pd150 (Non Rhodium plated) / Red gold Au750 5N engraved with logo
Dial   
Sterling Silver 925, frosted and satin-grained surfaces
Hands   
Extended Lancette hands
Flame-blued steel and mirror polished centres
Small poised seconds hand
Strap   
Hand-sewn ostrich leather with White Gold Au750/Pd150 or Red Gold Au750 5N buckle Engraved with Grönefeld logo

PRICE

• 1941 Remontoire Constant Force Red Gold - € 49.500 (excl. taxes)

• 1941 Remontoire Constant Force White Gold - € 50.850 (excl. taxes)

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