Ken Lo
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Kari Voutilainen: Observatoire vs. Vingt-8
The KV Observatoire is a highly regarded watch which uses a remarkable Peseur based movement. It is known for its high accuracy and beautiful design. The new Vingt-8 is a brand new in-house movement with an escapement that delivers exceptional efficiency.
For someone who is new to independents, how would you compare the two? The case, dial design and finish will probably be very much alike, so it really comes down to the movement itself. Which movement do you think is more significant from a horological standpoint? And from a collectibility perspective? I know the Observatoire has probably been discontinued, but if the decision comes down to it, then I wouldn't mind finding one in the secondary market. And I have no problem in waiting for a year or two for the new Vingt-8 either.
Thanks and regards,
Ken
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Kari Voutilainen: Observatoire vs. Vingt-8
The KV Observatoire is a highly regarded watch which uses a remarkable Peseur based movement. It is known for its high accuracy and beautiful design. The new Vingt-8 is a brand new in-house movement with an escapement that delivers exceptional efficiency....
This is a good question, which, I hope, will generate a interesting disucussion.
I am turning around KV watches like a Shark does with a surfer... I'm still wondering when I attack! More seriously, this is a true question. Which movement, the Peseux, or the in house? I'm not familar enough with KV watches, so I will just give you my "...
You're raised a great question for discussion
And Nico have provided a great answer! You can't go wrong with either one. I might just list the difference in features for each side (some info taken from Kari's web site)... as what's more important is purely personal preference Observatoire - is what "...
Confused: Limited edition vs limited production
I beg your pardon but can someone please explain to me which one is more "limited"?
Hi John,
Here's a couple of pics for you of pieces I have had the fortune to handle ... the Vingt-8 in WG with navy blue dial was in LV at IGOTT2 when Kari made an appearance there. The accompanying platinum Observatoire was kindly shared by a fellow purist as a c...
Not that many Observatoires
There has been much speculation, also on this very forum, about the total number of Observatoire made by Voutilainen. I believe it to be closer to 60 and, in any case, much lower than 150. I recall that Gary attempted to make some form of census, maybe he...
Thank you Ztirual for that clarification, much appreciated!
That is one of the beauties of this amazing virtual world we exist in here. Lot's of very knowledgeable folk with pertinent and accurate data! Cheers, Tim
No more than 50 Observatoires
...so sayeth The Man Himself. My census has long been stalled by personal sloth and reticence on the part of very many owners, but my sense is that this is about right. Certainly not anything remotely like 150. Sitting poolside in Hawaii on a well earned ...
Gary, enjoy Hawaii!!
it is a tough call, perhaps with no right answer, but your short answer is correct. And yes, you are right, less than 50 Observatoires total.
the Observatoire rules...
thanks for your input and for confirming my impression about the total number of Observatoires. Enjoy your holiday break in Hawai. best Ztirual
Gary, thanks for chiming in while on vaca...
Enjoy the lovely Hawaiian weather with the Mrs. & best wishes to her. Thank you too for the clarification, your indepth knowledge of most things KV is a great bonus. Cheers, Tim
Take one look...
...at that balance bridge and it's all over! - [photo from KV website] (Disclosure: written as a highly impressionable but deliriously contented Observatoire custodian with very shallow horological motivations...) Cheers, pplater....
Truly appreciative of all inputs
I am grateful for all the comments received on this thought intriguing discussion. While all information is valuable, guess what, I'm still undecided! Sometimes the decision process is much more interesting than the acquisition itself. I think I am leanin...