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Founded by Heinrich Moser in Saint Petersburg in 1828, H. Moser & Cie was destined to create exceptional timepieces and built a reputation as a watchmaker for the aristocrats, even being mentioned in works by Dostoevsky. H. Moser & Cie's disruptive language of high watchmaking became absolute with the release of its Swiss Alp watch.
About H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watches
To the untrained eye, the Swiss Alp watch looks just like the Apple watch. It has a rounded rectangular-shaped case, and instead of a touch screen displaying applications, it has an exquisite dial that can only display the time via its hands, or in some cases, features high complications and does not even have hands to tell the time.
The Swiss Alp Watch range is a tribute to high watchmaking, offering the wearer a feeling of disconnect with modern technology but a feeling of connection to the centuries-old art of timekeeping. If you enjoy traditional timepieces with a modern touch, have a look at the H. Moser & Cie Endeavour collection.
The Swiss Alp watch was created as a reproach to the Swiss watch industry's unimaginative response to the Apple watch. Instead of mimicking or trying to keep up with its tech functionality that puts the perspective of true luxury in question, as a fun jab, it is a parody of its contemporary, versatile, and famous case design.
Its familiarity ends there, as it is a completely in-house masterpiece fashioned only in highly finished or precious materials and features haute horology hand-decorated movements. Traditional models have a mechanical power reserve of 4 days, which is multiples of any smartwatch performance over nearly a decade since its introduction.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp History
The first H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp watch featuring a brown fumé sunburst dial and dusty kudu leather strap was unveiled at SIHH in 2016 and was limited to 50 pieces. It was the successor to the tonneau-shaped Henry launched in 2007, and its lineage can be traced back to its shared and impressive in-house caliber, the HMC 324.
After the first model was well received, the watchmaker proceeded to evolve the concept of the original and flex its haute horology pedigree with traditional, daring, and radical variations of the model in limited numbers. Staying true to its contemporary lineage, they featured Moser-esque design elements and complications.
These were models such as the Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde, with a unique Moser Group-owned Hautlence movement, the Swiss Alp Watch Concept Black, a minute repeater flying tourbillon with no hands and only a chime to sing the time, and the Swiss Alp Watch Final Upgrade; a fully blacked out model with a Vantablack dial and a sub-dial that resembles a spinning activity indicator.
How Much Do H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watches Cost?
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp watches prices range upwards of $25,000 for a time-only model, $200,000 for a high-complication model, and can even go up to $800,000 for a piece unique gem-set model.
| Model | Starting Price | Unique Features |
|---|---|---|
| H. Moser & Cie. Swiss Alp Watch (ref. 5324-1205) | $30,000 | Fully blacked-out/stealth model with H. Moser & Cie's own Vantablack dial and a subdial resembling a spinning activity indicator. |
What's Unique About H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch
The H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp watch takes inspiration from one of the most recognized, widely used, contemporary, and versatile watch designs; an electronic timekeeping device made for the masses and injects 200 years of high watchmaking know-how from the ground up creates a timeless piece of art for the wrist.
The Swiss Alp Watch is the ultimate contradiction. Its uncompromising approach with the usage of premium materials, high horology complications, and its own contemporary design DNA sets the tone for an iconic creation to be enjoyed by the connoisseurs of the watch world. It is a feast for the eyes and the senses and an amalgamation of futurism and traditional Swiss watchmaking.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch Movements
The majority of Swiss Alp models that are time-only are equipped with the HMC 324, which was originally designed for its tonneau-shaped predecessor, the Henry.
The HMC 324 is a completely in-house movement that is hand-finished and decorated and features proprietary H. Moser & Cie technology such as an antimagnetic Straumann Hairspring stabilized by a Breguet overcoil, an interchangeable Moser escapement, and Moser teeth for all wheels and pinions that offer more precise timekeeping. It is a hand-wound and has a minimum power reserve of 4 days.
The highest echelon models that are offered as minute repeater flying tourbillons use the caliber HMC 901. H. Moser & Cie called upon the expertise of MHC Manufactures Haute Complications SA, the experts in minute repeaters, to achieve such a rare feat in watchmaking. It is finished to exquisite detail, is hand-wound, and has a minimum power reserve of 87 hours.
The only Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde model features a movement from H. Moser & Cie's sister company, Hautlence. The HL2.0 is an automatic movement powered by a micro-rotor that has its own style of tourbillon, a jump hour display, and a retrograde minute display.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch Colors
H. Moser & Cie is popular for its unique application of exotic colors and finishes on its dials. The Swiss Alp collection is no stranger to the usage of the brand signature varieties such as brown and blue füme sunburst dials that transition from dark to lighter shades; dials with no text or indexes that come in deep black, füme sunburst blue, füme sunburst cosmic green, and füme evocative yellow; a full gem set blue sapphire dial; a blue mosaic dial; and even a Vantablack dial known to be the blackest of blacks.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch Materials
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp models can be described as the brand's dressier-haute offerings and, therefore, are equipped with cases made of high-end materials and finishings. A majority of the models are fashioned completely in 18k white gold; the rest feature 18k white gold diamond encrusted, platinum, and DLC-coated steel cases.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Types
All Swiss Alp Watch models come equipped with manual winding or high complication calibers combined with high finish or high-end case materials and do not have the necessary water resistance or hardness to typically withstand rough usage. They are versatile in design and can be worn every day in a formal or casual setting; therefore, all models can be described as contemporary dress watches.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch Complications
The HMC 324 is the backbone of the Swiss Alp Watch collection; it comes in variations of time only and time with small seconds at 6 o'clock and is a manual wind movement that has a power reserve indicator visible through its display case-back.
The Swiss Alp Watch Minute Retrograde uses a movement borrowed from its MELB group-owned brand, Hautlence. The HL2.0 is an automatic caliber powered by a micro-rotor, equipped with a unique tourbillon, jump hour display, and minute retrograde display.
The grandest of complications featured in the Swiss Alp Watch Range is the HMC 901, a hand-wound flying Tourbillon minute repeater.
Buying H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watches
H. Moser & Cie watches are available worldwide through its own website, boutiques, and authorized distributors. Exquisite Timepieces is an authorized retailer of H. Moser & Cie timepieces. You can discover and experience the Swiss Alp Watch collection in our Exquisite Timepieces watch store in Naples, Florida. You can also shop conveniently from your own home on our online store.
Caring For Your Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch
Mechanical marvels such as H. Moser Cie watches are made to last more than a lifetime with appropriate care. The precise interplay of several hundreds of components to tell time accurately and beautifully will naturally experience wear and tear over time and would require its caring owner to keep up with the recommended service interval of 4-5 years.
The Swiss Alp Watch collection has a maximum water resistance of 3 ATM; therefore, they cannot be submerged in water by any means.
An H. Moser & Cie timepiece must be sent to its manufacture, service center, or an authorized retailer for any service or damage-related care. As an authorized retailer of H. Moser & Cie timepieces, Exquisite Timepieces is fully resourced with the right expertise to maintain any H. Moser & Cie timepiece to the highest standards.
H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alps Watch FAQ
How much is the H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch final upgrade?
The H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp Watch Final Upgrade has an original retail price of approximately $30,000, this is subject to changes based on availability.
How much is the Moser Apple Watch?
The Moser Apple Watch, referred to as the Swiss Alp watch collection, starts at a price of $25,000.
Find Your New H. Moser & Cie Swiss Alp watch with Exquisite Timepieces
When purchasing an H. Moser Swiss Alp watch, it is important for you to be able to experience and discover the collection to ensure a perfect purchase. This will be possible through an authorized distributor selected by H. Moser & Cie to carry its entire range, maintain its high standards of service, and provide after-sales service.
Exquisite Timepieces is an authorized distributor of H. Moser & Cie watches. We offer a warranty on all purchases, and you can choose from our selection online or physically within our luxury watch boutique in Naples, Florida.
An online H. Moser & Cie order will come with free shipping and complete insurance coverage until it is delivered to you. In-store purchases will be accompanied by our professional staff, who will guide you to the right purchase and offer you a luxury experience.
