Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire with Kari Voutilainen 'Bubble' Dial: A Collector's Perspective
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Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire with Kari Voutilainen 'Bubble' Dial: A Collector's Perspective

By baldywatchman · Jun 10, 2021 · 20 replies
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In this insightful post, baldywatchman shares his long-awaited acquisition: a Grönefeld 1941 Remontoire with a unique Kari Voutilainen-designed 'bubble' dial. His personal account highlights the exceptional finishing and wearability of this independent horology masterpiece, offering a collector's perspective on what makes Grönefeld movements so distinctive. This article delves into the details of this specific reference, enriched by community reactions and complementary pieces.

I finally have my Gronefeld remontoire after a wait for 15 months due to covid restrictions and I’m over the moon with the piece. The remontoire is a delight to watch and the movement is a joy to behold. For me Gronefeld have an amazing ability to finish a movement which you can tell represents them and their home nation. This piece is a unique with a kari bubble dial in steel and there is another one out in the wild with a case of white gold. I always see these pieces close up so the bubbles in the dial looked big, however they are actually quite subtle in real life and the strap really complements the dial. It’s the perfect size and weight and can be worn dressed up or down and a great all rounder. I’m very happy 😊











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Watchonthewrist
Jun 10, 2021

Excellent choice. Looks beautiful with that kari dial . Definitely worth the wait imo Wear it in best of health Mine says welcome to the family

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sham1
Jun 10, 2021

I have never seen that dial colour - you have chosen well!

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Jay (Eire)
Jun 10, 2021

Would love to see some more photos which I’m sure we will in due course. Congrats.

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NautNut
Jun 10, 2021

Greetings from it's cousin...

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matto1
Jun 10, 2021

I love every aspect of this watch.

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seehoo
Jun 14, 2021

Loving that bubble dial…great choice!

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