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An Evening With Stepan Sarpaneva

Mr Sarpaneva dropped by Kuala Lumpur to host a dinner for the lucky enthusiasts who ordered pieces from him and also to share with us the story behind the Sarpaneva watches. The dinner was held at one of my favourite Japanese restaurants in KL, Hajime.

Stepan Sarpaneva.



His watches came in birch boxes made in Finland. Each box had a unique grain pattern and were very smooth to the touch. The cover was held closed with magnetic fixtures.





The new owners slowly opening their boxes with great anticipation. Kuala Lumpur's collectors were the first in the world to receive their Korona K3s.









Stepan explained the details on the watches and also usage instructions.







Ling and Tze Leong really enjoying their new watches.







Tze Leong can hardly contain his excitement for the no. 1 K3 as he was the first one to place an order after seeing Stepan's work at Basel.



Stepan was kind enough to autograph his brochures for those in attendance.





As we enjoyed the food... (Ooh... UNI!)



... Stepan and the gang discussed and tried on the watches...















Photo ops...







And now, we proceed to the watches. From the parts...





To the finished pieces...



Here are the watch shots (of Black Diamond and Steel cases and even Rose Gold dials).

Korona K1



Korona K2







Korona K3









Comparisons...













The much saught after Sarpaneva Supernova made an appearance!















Possibly the most Sarpanevas in a room outside of Stepan's workshop...



And a preview of things to come...



Parting shot of Stepan himself...



My deepest thanks to the organizers for the priviledged and insightful evening and thanks to all for viewing!

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