Kari Voutilainen Observatoire Platinum Brown Dial

Oztimelord · 2012-04-08T15:59:10Z

Discover the allure of independent watchmaking with Oztimelord's Kari Voutilainen Observatoire in platinum with a rare brown dial. A deep dive into its craftsmanship and collector appeal.

Oztimelord shares his profound joy and passion for independent watchmaking with the acquisition of a Kari Voutilainen Observatoire. This article delves into his personal journey and the unique allure of independent timepieces, particularly the platinum Observatoire with its distinctive brown dial, a piece that reignited his early collecting excitement.

Two years ago when I first laid my eyes on my friends Kari Voutilainen Observatoire I vowed that it would be mine one day. This day has come and I simply cannot express the joy of finally owning this wonderful creative work. I’ve always felt that independent watches exude a magnetic presence that draw me to them. It is also a feeling that I get from vintage watches, but only from a very few modern watches (and it fades after a few months of ownership).

I’m equally not surprised why this watch won the 2007 the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève in the Men's Watch category. Part of the appeal of owning an Independent watch is that you get to share and understand the values of the watchmaker. Kari Voutilainen has always appealed to me as he is a perfectionist and one of the true custodians of Haute Horologerie. Production is always limited and now with around 13 staff he aims to produce a maximum of 40 pieces per year. Owning a vintage observatory grade chronometer is an added bonus.

I’ve only had this watch for a few days and its certainly is one of my favourite wearers. The platinum case gives this 38mm Observatoire a feeling of substance and elegance.

This watch has taken me back to the passion and excitement of my early collecting days.

Regards
Rene

Key Points from the Discussion

The brown dial on the platinum Observatoire is exceptionally striking, a combination that might initially be unexpected but proves to be 'killer' in person.
This specific platinum Observatoire with its rare copper-gold dial is one of the most remarkable examples, with only one other known Voutilainen Observatoire featuring such a dial.
The appeal of independent watches lies in sharing and understanding the watchmaker's values, with Kari Voutilainen being a perfectionist and a true custodian of Haute Horlogerie.
The Observatoire is considered a very special watch, among the finest a collector can own, to be cherished and admired for generations due to Kari Voutilainen's unique style.
The watch's platinum case gives the 38mm Observatoire a feeling of substance and elegance, making it a favorite for daily wear.

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Quan

Apr 8, 2012

Congrats

and thanks for sharing nice pix and your thought on KV......am still waiting for the D day Cheers Mate

pplater

Apr 8, 2012

Congratulations! Is this to say...

...that the watch will stay 'down under'? Enjoy (as if you need to be told!). Cheers, pplater.

ArthurSG

Apr 8, 2012

Congrats Rene! ne of the signature indies

to have!

grigo

Apr 8, 2012

Congratulations on fulfilling your dream.

I admire that stuck to your guns and were able to convince your friend to part with such a beautiful watch. Wear in good health. Best regards, George

Gary G

Apr 9, 2012

Fantabulous!

Many, many congratulations! So wonderful to see a splendid piece like this find what is obviously a very, very good home with someone who admires the watch, the maker, and the craft. The other thing that really strikes me is that sometimes you need to trust the maker -- if someone had said to me: "how would you like to have a PT Observatoire with a brown dial?" I might have politely demurred. But from your pictures, it is clear that your watch is absolutely, positively killer. Welcome to the KV

sidneyc

Apr 9, 2012

Congrats Rene!!

Big big congrats on getting the KV and having it stay Down Under!! Enjoy the beauty! Hope to see it in person one day! The brown dial is gorgeous!!! I'm normally not particularly attracted to brown dials but only two watches make the exception. One is Habring's brown dial (which our friend RJW owns) and the other is this very Observatoire!! Stunning!! Sidney

Kari Voutilainen Observatoire Platinum Brown Dial

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