We are highly DOMED!

In the world of wristwatches, two brands released a twosome of terrific timepieces that are of true collaboration, exemplifying the best of both the brands. Have a look!

Ah, behold the H. Moser & Cie. x MB&F Endeavour Cylindrical Tourbillon—a timepiece that struts onto the wrist scene like a rebellious artist crashing a formal ball. Picture this: watchmaking and kinetic sculpture locked in a passionate tango. Ice Blue fumé dial? Oh, that's elegant, mysterious, and utterly unique.

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Now, let's dissect this horological masterpiece. The HMC 810 movement, a collaboration between H. Moser & Cie. and MB&F, two independent watchmaking brands, houses a cylindrical hairspring tourbillon which ensures constant oscillation regardless of amplitude. Yes, you heard right—a hairspring that's as curvy as Marilyn Monroe's silhouette.

The off-centred inclined sapphire dial may compromise legibility for some users.

Positioned just in front of the cylindrical tourbillon and beneath the curvaceous sapphire crystal, it creates a three-dimensional work of art. It oscillates with the grace of a prima ballerina, unfazed by amplitude fluctuations. And that tilted sapphire dial? It's like a secret whispered only to the wearer, leaving everyone else guessing. Is it 3:00 or 3:15? Who knows? Our dear readers, mystery, is the spice of life.

But wait, there's more! The crown, that little knob of authority, sits in an unconventional spot. Legibility? Well, some sacrifices have been made for three-dimensional art. The use of a cylindrical hairspring in the movement is a historical nod, but it requires more space than a flat balance spring. Consequently, this highly domed watch’s movement cannot be as thin or flat as some other tourbillon watches. If squinting at your wrist is the price of avant-garde elegance, so be it.

And the pièce de résistance—the off-centred dial floating above the fumé dial plate. Practical? Maybe not, as the position of the crown might not be ideal for everyone. But who needs practicality when you're wearing a conversation starter? "Oh, is this an old thing? Just my Endeavour Cylindrical Tourbillon. No biggie."

In summary, this watch is a harmonious blend of technical wizardry and aesthetic conquest. So, if it intrigues you, go ahead, wear it, flaunt it, and let the world wonder: "Is that a watch or a work of art?"