How to buy a Kari?

Hello PuristZ,

This might sound like a little bit of a stupid question, but I just wanted to put it out there as it has been on my mind for a few hours now. An Observotoire is one of my grails, and I fully intend on adding one to my collection in the not so distant future (perhaps a few months after my Lange which is incoming in a week, depending on whether funds permit). I am just wondering, how exactly does one buy a Kari? Are there any AD in the world seeing as they are such a small brand? Or is it on a by order basis only? Is there an application that needs to be filled out like for haute Patek's? Are you allowed to select the exact specifications that you want ie dial colour, hand colour, metal, strap etc? Also, what is the waiting time like for one if someone decided to go for a completely bespoke piece?

Sorry if it's a stupid question I'm just very curious,

Best Regards,

Enrique

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There is an AD in Helsinki, Finland.

By: dr.kol : March 24th, 2012-08:33

However, I would recommend that you simply take a direct contact with Kari. Best, another Kari but not the watchmaker one

Good taste!

By: justindependent : March 24th, 2012-09:01

First I would say that a Kari is a joy to own. However there are no more Observatoire for sale. You will be able to get his new Vinght 8

You basically need three things.

By: amanico : March 24th, 2012-09:02

1/ To contact K. Voutilainen. This gentleman is worth a contact. 2/ Patience, as you are not buying a watch from the big Groups. It takes time, and quite a long time to get the watch of your dreams, and it is a good thing. Wanting it one day, and getting ...

Very simple indeed!

By: Enriguf : March 24th, 2012-09:25

...the last one perhaps being a little more complicated, but I am persistent!

Well, the wait may help you to find the funds. ;)

By: amanico : March 24th, 2012-09:34

I'm disappointed to here that the Observatoire...

By: Enriguf : March 24th, 2012-09:31

... is no longer in production However, what are the key differences between the Vingt-8 from the Observatoire? Besides the empirical details ie the dial. Thanks Enrique

The main reason why the Observatoire is ...

By: Philippe M : March 24th, 2012-10:52

... no more in production is that this piece is based on a small new old stock of calibers Peseux 260 that Kari was lucky to find. Once this stock was used, Kari was no more in position to carry on producing this model. The same (even more rare) is for th...

observatoire

By: poseidon1964 : March 24th, 2012-13:15

my friend less than fifty were made i suggest you put an advertisment at the collectors market place with the suggested price you want to pay you should be willing to pay between 60 -80 k usd poseidon

Just call his number on the Kari website... you'll be surprised at...

By: Ancienne Le Brassus : March 24th, 2012-13:44

who answers the phone! Kari has to be one of the nicest guys out there, so even if you're thinking of buying one of his watches, Just call him and give him your plan, I'm sure you will find a solution together. You won't be disappointed!! And most importa...

Good plan!

By: sidneyc : March 24th, 2012-16:14

As there are no more Observatoire's left you can either hunt for a pre-owned one around forums or if you like a bespoke one, you'll only have the Vingt 8 now (OR, if you're willing to go further, a truly bespoke Unique Piece commission with Kari). Sadly, ...

Not stupid at all, Enrique!

By: Gary G : March 24th, 2012-16:57

Brilliant, in fact! He who seeks a KV watch exhibits great discernment, in my humble opinion. Others have hinted at this, but to be explicit, if you'd like to buy a pre-owned Observatoire take a careful look at the Collectors' Market on this very site! Th...

Kari is one of the indep that I appreciate a lot

By: E.S : March 25th, 2012-19:54

just waiting for the right time to fund it, would be glad to hear your story as well, best, Ed