Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition timepiece by H. Moser & Cie: An exploration of history in every minute

Exceptional watchmaking by H. Moser & Cie.

The universe of thewatchmaking is often a subtle blend of cutting-edge engineering and art. H. Moser & Cie., renowned for its unrivaled perpetual calendar, takes the next step in the pursuit of watchmaking excellence. In collaboration with Agenhor SAthis Swiss master watchmaker has created an exceptional piece: the model Endeavor Chinese Calendar Limited Edition.

An exceptional timepiece

The centerpiece of this collaboration, the Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition, is an impressive technical feat that combines the Chinese lunar calendar with the Gregorian calendar, while displaying the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac and the phases of the moon. This exceptional timepiece requires no correction for an entire decade, or 12 years of flawless precision.

Two worlds in harmony

Watchmaking is the art of measuring time, and H. Moser & Cie. has taken it to the next level by merging two distinct cultures – the Gregorian solar calendar and the Chinese lunar calendar. While the Gregorian calendar is based solely on the sun, the Chinese calendar is a complex lunisolar system that integrates the cycles of the moon while also taking into account the sun. This harmonious fusion is a celebration of China’s rich culture and tradition.

The Legacy of the Chinese Calendar

The Chinese calendar is the result of thousands of years of observing nature and the lunar and solar cycles. It tracks the seasons and agricultural cycles, playing an essential role in traditional Chinese culture. The Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition is a heartfelt tribute to this rich and ancient culture.

The magic of synchronization

The Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition model shines with its ability to accurately display the months and days of the Chinese calendar, the days of the Gregorian calendar, the phases of the moon and the signs of the zodiac associated with each Chinese year. The Chinese lunar calendar, being based on the cycles of the moon, has months varying between 29 and 30 days to follow the lunar phases of 29.53 days. This results in a lunar year of 354.36 days, or 10.88 days less than a solar year. To maintain synchronization, embolismic months are added every two to three years. The Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition holds the key to this complexity, without any outside intervention, for 12 years.

The elegance of design

The Endeavour’s red gold case contrasts beautifully with its Midnight Blue fumé dial. The H. Moser & Cie. logo in transparent lacquer is a touch of refinement, and crescent moon-shaped apertures display Chinese calendar information and moon phases on one side, while the Chinese zodiac signs are displayed on the other. Two retrograde hands add to the aesthetics of the whole, providing exceptional readability.

Limited availability

The Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition is not just a watch, it is a horological masterpiece limited to just 100 pieces. Watch lovers around the world will have the chance to own this unique piece, available from H. Moser & Cie. partners.

An exceptional collaboration

Based on the HMC 200 manufacture movement from H. Moser & Cie., the HMC 210 caliber has been enriched by a module designed by Agenhor SA. Edouard Meylan, CEO of H. Moser & Cie., perfectly sums up the essence of this collaboration: “The Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition transcends the complexity of the Chinese calendar to create an elegant and refined watch that is easy to use, read and set. This modern interpretation of Chinese culture is a tribute to beauty and precision.”

The Endeavour Chinese Calendar Limited Edition is more than just a watch, it is a celebration of watchmaking engineering, Chinese tradition and Swiss elegance. A rare piece that transcends the boundaries of cultures and tastes, it is destined to become a must-have object of desire for collectors and watch enthusiasts around the world.

Technical characteristics

Housing	5N red gold
Diameter	40.0 mm
Height	13.0 mm
Glass	Sapphire crystal and transparent case back
Crown	Decorated with an “M”
Dial	Midnight Blue smoked with sunbeam decor Logo H. Moser & Cie. in transparent lacquer Index appliques Leaf-shaped hour, minute and small second hands Round Chinese day and month hand
Movement	HMC 210 self-winding caliber Diameter: 32.0 mm or 14 1/4 lines Height: 8.1 mm Frequency: 21,600 a/h 33 rubies Automatic two-way ratchet winder Solid 18 carat gold oscillating weight engraved with the H. Moser coat of arms Power reserve: minimum 3 days Straumann® Original Spiral Finished with Moser ribbing
Functions	Hours and minutes Small seconds at 6 o’clock Indication of Chinese years and the embolismic month at 12 o’clock Retrograde display of Chinese months Retrograde display of lunar days and moon phases Gregorian date indication at 6 o’clock
Bracelet	Hand-stitched brown alligator leather 5N red gold folding clasp, with engraved Moser logo