Kari Voutilainen Timepieces PuristS Dinner

heartbreaker · 2014-10-13T14:35:48Z

Experience Kari Voutilainen's timepieces at a PuristS dinner. Heartbreaker shares insights on independent watchmaking and unique designs.

Heartbreaker recounts an unforgettable evening at the PuristS Welcome Get-Together Dinner in Geneva, where he had the rare opportunity to meet independent watchmaker Kari Voutilainen. This post captures the excitement of handling Voutilainen's exquisite timepieces and offers a personal reflection on the passion for detail and pursuit of perfection embodied in his creations.

Genève, 7th October, some PuristS are rapidly reaching the restaurant for the Independent PuristS Welcome Get-Together Dinner, the very first date of the PoT, under a fresh and light shower. A man crosses the street: <>. Someone says hallo to him and - SURPRISE!!! - he enters our Restaurant.

Yes, I had dinner a few meters to Kari: how an incredible start for this PoT! :-D I hadn't the opportunity to talk with him, but I could handle what he had with him, and I'd like to share some pictures with you. My impression were well defined: those watches loudly speak of passion for details and let us dream about perfection in watches. To be the truth, we've also saw something special, but I think that its future owner would like me not to show the pictures I've taken...

Thank you Kari!

After the [excellent] dinner and a very pleasant cocktail, it was time to go to bed. Fortunately, it was easy to fall asleep: this enigmatic phrase on my chamber's wall was perfect for it! ;-)

Arrivederci,

Elio

This message has been edited by MTF on 2014-10-14 15:16:11

Key Points from the Discussion

The event provided a unique opportunity to handle Kari Voutilainen's beautiful timepieces, including prototypes, which offered a glimpse into the watchmaker's creative process and future designs.
Kari Voutilainen's ability to produce diverse watches while maintaining a consistent 'Air de famille' or unique style is highlighted as a strong asset.
The increasing use of color accents on some of Voutilainen's latest watches is noted, along with the observation that some pieces feature painted lumes, giving them a vintage feel.
One attendee expressed gratitude for Kari Voutilainen's presence, acknowledging the challenges of table configurations at such events but appreciating the chance to see his work.
A specific bespoke 'orange' piece is mentioned, hinting at a unique commission or prototype that generated significant interest and discussion among collectors.

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gensiulia

Oct 13, 2014

Grazie Elio...

...and of course Mr. Kari Voutilainen for the great work. ciao, chris

heartbreaker

Oct 19, 2014

Prego Chris!

Mr. Voutilainen is a living legend, absolutely one of the best contemporary watchmaker. It was a surprise and a pleasure to meet him. Ciao, Elio

moc

Oct 13, 2014

I might have an idea who the first watch belongs to......

Ornatus-Mundi

Oct 14, 2014

Some colour-chalenged frequent visitor here, right? ;-) [nt]

moc

Oct 15, 2014

indeed....of the orange kind;) [nt]

amanico

Oct 16, 2014

LOL. You were faster than me, on this one. ;) [nt]

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