An intriguing independent take on the luxury sportswatch, this H. Moser & Cie Streamliner* possesses an unusual green dial and supple lines that are reminiscent of design cues from the ‘30s.

Inspired in part by the aerodynamically efficient shapes of locomotives and aircraft found in 1930s America, this Moser Streamliner Centre Seconds features the same rounded, fluid lines that were surprisingly futuristic for the period. An entirely in-house creation, the piece represents an intriguing departure from tradition in the world of independent watchmaking.

A rare instance of a true luxury sports watch with integrated bracelet from an independent watchmaker, Moser continue to push boundaries by including a deep green fumé dial, as opposed to the typical blue dial found more generally on integrated bracelet sports watches. Nicknamed “Matrix Green”, the piece draws upon a retro-futuristic aesthetic reminiscent of the early computer age. Furthermore, the watch wears very comfortably, thanks to the sinuous links of the bracelet that adhere to the natural curves of the wrist.

This Streamliner Centre Seconds has spawned several other iterations, with pieces that include a perpetual calendar module and a flyback chronograph, with a limited number of this Centre Seconds version currently in circulation. The movement used within the Streamliner Centre Seconds is the HMC 200, an automatic calibre that is designed and made in-house. The movement is beautifully finished and displayed behind a sapphire caseback. A flagship movement that is used within several other of Moser’s pieces, it speaks to the independent and self-reliant nature of the manufacture.

Closer look

This Moser Streamliner is in excellent condition overall, with minimal wear over time. The watch comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.