The Vingt-8 is a masterclass in classical watchmaking. Every dial is individually made at Comblémine, featuring multiple guilloché patterns created on historic rose-engine lathes.
Overview
Brand: Voutilainen
Model: Vingt-8
Collection: Vingt-8
Price: CHF 75,000 CHF
Website: voutilainen.ch
Specifications
Case Diameter: 39.0mm
Thickness: 11.5mm
Lug to Lug: 47.0mm
Lug Width: 20.0mm
Water Resistance: 30m
Case Material: 18k White Gold / Platinum
Crystal: Sapphire
Strap/Bracelet: Alligator Leather Strap
Design & Wearability
The case features teardrop lugs and an onion crown. The dial layout includes a sub-seconds register at 6 o’clock, with applied indices and custom Breguet-style hands.
Movement & Performance
The watch is driven by the manual-wind Calibre 28. It features a unique direct-impulse escapement with two balance wheels, finished with frosted bridges and hand-polished bevels.
Official Website
Voutilainen Vingt-8 product page
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