Voutilainen Unique Minute Repeater 10, Steel

Throughout his life, Kari Voutilainen has followed the path which we’ve come to expect from noteworthy independent watchmakers - following his graduation from watchmaking school, he joined Parmigiani, one of the foremost restoration workshops in Switzerland, then took on a teaching role at WOSTEP in 2002, before establishing himself as an independent watchmaker.

Voutilainen has produced a number of decimal repeaters, which, as the name suggests, strikes at the hours, 10-minute intervals, and minutes. This piece, however, is a classic minute repeater, meaning it strikes hours, quarters, and minutes with two hammers acting on two gongs. Beyond its impressive complication, this piece is distinguished by its 38mm hardened stainless steel case, with the metal being chosen because of its sound carrying properties.

The complication is openworked on both sides, allowing the wearer a glimpse into its inner workings and to see the intricate mechanism that produces the chimes. As one might expect, the movement is superlative both in terms of construction and finish. Voutilainen is admired for the quality of his finishing, which he achieves entirely by hand, by utilising traditional tools and techniques. The bridges are finished with classic Geneva stripes, whilst the mainplate features snail graining.

If sold within the United Kingdom, this Unique Minute Repeater 10 will be subject to 20% VAT.

Closer look

This Voutilainen Minute Repeater 10 is in excellent condition overall, with a few superficial marks throughout consistent with minimal wear. The watch comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.