VOUTILAINEN – KV20i Reversed

 

VOUTILAINEN – Current KV20i Reversed 2024

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The Voutilainen KV20i Reversed timepiece perfectly encapsulates Kari Voutilainen’s philosophy, combining respect for longevity and precision with classical watchmaking tradition. Pushing the boundaries of horology, the watch is equipped with a new in-house caliber featuring a unique “back-to-front” construction. 

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The movement has been reversed, allowing to admire its beauty and technicity from the front while reading the time. 

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The mechanism of the KV20i was designed, built, fabricated, finished and assembled within the Voutilainen workshops.

Thanks to its innovative architecture, the watch offers the opportunity to admire every detail of the movement, including the elegant single-arm balance-wheel bridge and the balance oscillating at a traditional frequency. 

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Additionally, it enables enthusiasts to appreciate at first glance the synchronized motions of the escapement wheels. On the case back, a blue sub-dial elegantly displays the seconds, reminiscent of the blue minute circle on the front adorned with polished gold quarter dots.

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In terms of technique, the caliber features a very large balance wheel crafted in-house, allowing a perfect regulation of the watch within strict tolerances. To equip such a timepiece, a rare and unique balance-spring system has been used. 

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The exterior of the spring has a typical Phillips overcoil, while the internal curve uses the little-known Grossmann curve, further increasing accuracy.

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The movement is particularly remarkable due to its two escapement wheels, which provide a direct impulse to the balance through the roller/jewel. This innovative construction improves efficiency by requiring less energy than the Swiss lever escapement and allows for notable benefits, for everyday use, such as longevity, stability and a longer power reserve.  

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Thanks to the reversed mechanism, it is possible to admire the movement that is meticulously finished to the highest standards by the expert artisans of the Voutilainen workshops. The surfaces of pinions and wheels are completely flat and polished with exceptionally uniform tolerances. 

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The main plate and bridges, made from German-silver, are decorated by hand to achieve the utmost levels of surface finish. Screws and all steel parts are also finished and polished by hand.

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Completing the design, the movement is housed in a stylish and elegant 39mm case paired with a hand-sewn crocodile leather strap.

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Technical Characteristics

 Model Name  Current KV20i Reversed

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Ref: KV22i

Case
    Material: Available in titanium, platinum, gold, or steel
    Case and crown made in-house
    Diameter : 39mm
    Sapphire glasses front and back with anti-reflection treatment
Dial and hands
    Blue dial on the front side surrounding the movement with polished gold quarter dots
    Blue dial on the caseback that can be hand-guilloché upon the customer’s wish
    Hands made from gold
Movement
    New Voutilainen in-house reversed movement, two escapement wheels with direct impulse
    Design, construction, fabrication, finishing and assembly in the Voutilainen workshops \
    Movement diameter : 30.00 mm
    Number of components : 202
    Main plate and bridges manufactured from German-silver
    Wheels made from gold
    Number of jewels: 31
    Power reserve of 60 hours
    Frequency : 18,000 v.p.h, free sprung balance wheel with rose gold timing weights
    Balance diameter : 13.50mm
    Balance-spring with Phillips terminal curve and Grossmann internal curve
Functions/Indications
    Hours, minutes, seconds
Strap and buckle
    Hand-sewn crocodile strap

🔴PRICE:    (all prices ex VAT) 💰
    CHF 118'800 Stainless steel
    CHF 124'800 White gold  
    CHF 134’900 Platinum
    CHF 121'600 Rose gold

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Press Release - 2024
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Kari Voutilainen
Voutilainen Horlogerie d’Art
Comblémine 2
2112 Môtiers | Switzerland
Tél +41 32 861 4832
Fax +41 32 861 4833
voutilainen@voutilainen.ch
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www.Voutilainen.ch

Berneron – MIRAGE Sienna and Prussian Blue Gold Edition

Berneron – MIRAGE Sienna and Prussian Blue Gold Edition 2024

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Derestricted HOROLOGY
AN ABSOLUTE REFUSAL TO COMPLY

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Our signature lies in the fierce determination to create freely and without any compromise, venturing into the unknown through an unbridled artistic expression.

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Tirelessly pushing the limits, we allow ourselves unreasonable choices and fanciful aspirations.

THE COLLECTOR’S MINDSET

In order to guarantee meticulous craftsmanship and strong collectability, we will limit our annual production from 12 to 24 pieces per reference and per year. 

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We believe in slow but steady growth, with a goal of reaching an overall annual production of around 400 pieces in 2035. Taking our own pace and remaining faithful to our line is also what enables us to offer a special service and build a privileged relationship with each and every collector.

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We conceive, develop, manufacture and assemble our timepieces entirely in the canton of Neuchâtel (Switzerland), at the heart of the historic watchmaking region. We’ve built strong bonds with local artisans, aim to support the local economy and perpetuate traditional know-how.

 MIrage SIENNA 38mm

 The Mirage is the first shaped watch to draw its asymmetry from its caliber, rather than from an external free shape. 

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Drawn to let the mechanics go freely (large barrel, direct small second & pocket watch style balance wheel), the movement escapes from the circle to then offer a combination of finesse and advanced performance. 

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Its total absence of symmetry creates a harmony that is both imperfect and deliberate.

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With its all-gold construction and special effort devoted to its finesse, it conveys a message of uncompromising elegance and discreet luxury.

An unparalleled blend of art
and technic.

Sienna is a pigment that takes its name from the place where it was produced, the Italian city-state of Sienna. In its natural state, raw sienna is yellowish brown, but becomes a reddish brown when heated. 

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It was one of the first pigments used for painting and can be found in prehistoric cave art; it was then further developed for artistic use during the Renaissance.

Mirage PRUSSIAN BLUE 38mm

The Mirage is the first shaped watch to draw its asymmetry from its caliber, rather than from an external free shape. 

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Drawn to let the mechanics go freely (large barrel, direct small second & pocket watch style balance wheel), the movement escapes from the circle to then offer a combination of finesse and very advanced performance. Its total absence of symmetry creates a harmony that is both imperfect and deliberate. 

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With its all-gold construction and special effort devoted to its finesse, it conveys a message of uncompromising elegance and discreet luxury.

An unparalleled blend of art
and technic.

Prussian blue has been a crucial pigment for the development of fine arts, being accidentally formed by the oxidation of iron at the beginning of the 18th century. .

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Adopted by European easel painters and Japanese artists, it later became Picasso’s characteristic pigment during its Blue Period. 

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Pricing

• • Currently sold out.
• • 6 years of production have been allocated to collectors, until end of 2028.
• • The order book will re-open next year.

 CALIBER 233

Technical excellence is for us inseparable of our search for character and uniqueness. Our caliber 233 aims to capture the best of both worlds, thus blending art and technique in an unparalleled way. 

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Designed without restrictions, the gear & escapement trains take the natural space they need on the main plate to be technically optimal. 

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Together with the large 60h barrel, they create a asymetrical shape that not only breaks free from the circle, but also was the starting point to design the case shape.

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The technical layout breaks free from the traditional circle, to carry a larger barrel, enhancing power reserve. We developed a specific complication: the handset is reversed, enabling a slimmer case profile. 

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 The movement structure, made out of 18k solid gold, is also as thin as possible (2,30mm thick).

BESPOKE COMPLICATION

The caliber 233 features a special complication, a reversed handset. 

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With the minute hand seating under the hour hand, the glass profile can drop sooner on the bezel, resulting in thinness gain of 15% on the case profile. 

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A significant improvement in terms of ergonomics, with the watch fitting more snugly on the wrist. 

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This complication also offers a better legibility on the dial, as the minute hand no longer overlaps the hour one.

ALL-GOLD CONSTRUCTION

We opted for an all-gold construction, which we believe embodies uncompromising elegance. As far as the movement is concerned, all compatible components (main plate and bridges) are made out of 18K gold. 

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The winding and timing gears are made of steel for reasons of rigidity and torque.

CASE DESIGN

The slenderness of the case, combined with the unmistakable weight of gold creates a unique contrast, of discretion towards others, but of undeniable refinement for oneself.

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Effortless, even slightly irreverent elegance. Unlike an apologetic circle, asymmetry brings character and uniqueness, allowing the piece to be noticed while remaining compact on the wrist.

QUALITY STANDARDS

In a desire to take no shortcuts, we have set ourselves a set of standards for Berneron watches. 

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They will allow us to offer not only high quality timepieces, but also the service that goes with them for a well rounded experience.

Going beyond ‘Swiss made’ label

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While the ‘Swiss made’ label only requires 60% of components to be made in Switzerland, we manufacture all our components in the cantons of Neuchâtel and Jura, supporting the local economy.

100% 🇨🇭SWISS MADE, and produced in small numbers (12 pieces per year).

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection:  MIRAGE 

Model:  MIrage SIENNA 38mm Gold Edition

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 Model:  MIrage PRUSSIAN BLUE 38mm Gold Edition

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 Pricing

• Currently sold out.
• 6 years of production have been allocated to collectors, until the end of 2028.
• The order book will re-open next year.

Movement   
Caliber 233
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 • Proprietary hand-wound movement
• Direct small second
• Complication: inverted hand set
• 60h power reserve
Dimensions • 30.0 x 28.0 x 2.3 mm
Complication • Inverted hand set (hour hand on top)
Components • 135 components & 17 jewels
Regulation • Free sprung balance wheel
Frequency • 21,600 VpH (3Hz)
Escapement • Traditional Swiss lever 

Decoration
• Guillochage (bridges).
• Colimaçonnage (crown wheel).
• Laser engraving (barrel).
• Anglage (bridges).
• Cerclage (hour wheel).
• Traits tirés (cliquet).
• Nuagage (bridge pocket).
Full gold construction
• All the components are made of 18K gold
(case, dial, hands, buckle, spring bars, movement main plate & bridges)
Case 

• 18K yellow gold (Au750-4N) 
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• 18K white gold (Au750-Pd210) 
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Dimensions
• Case diameter: 34 x 38mm
• Wears like a 38mm
• Lug to lug distance: 42mm
• Total thickness: 7,00mm
• Visible height: 4,90mm
Water resistance • 30M (3ATM)
• 37.5 x 33.5 x 7.0 mm
• Lug to lug: 42.0 mm
Glass
• Top: hesalite (scratch-resistant coating)
• Bottom: sapphire (inner AR coating)
Hands • 18K yellow gold (Au750-4N)
Dial
18K yellow gold (Au750-4N) 

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18K white gold (Au750-Pd210)
Strap
• 20-16 mm Barenia leather
• Size range covered: 140 > 195 mm / 5,50 > 7,68 inches.
Spring bars
18K yellow gold (Au750-4N)
18K white gold (Au750-Pd210)
Buckle
18K yellow gold (Au750-4N)
18K white gold (Au750-Pd210)

 🔰LIMITED EDITION  Limited to only 12 pieces per year.

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With a production of 12 Mirage Sienna and 12 Mirage Prussian Blue per year, each piece carries its own unique number. 

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Matching numbers
Each metal variant has its own nomenclature, which offers the possibility of having a set with matching numbers.

Warranty  2 years, under terms and conditions.

Maintenance
Service intervals can go from 5 and 10 years depending on use.
Service can be carried out by your local watchmaker (once we have sent a spare parts kit), or directly by us in Switzerland.

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