An Evening With Stepan Sarpaneva
July 9th, 2008 | by haute5 |Mr Sarpaneva dropped by Kuala Lumpur to host a dinner for the lucky enthusiasts who ordered watches from him and also to share with us the story behind the Sarpaneva watches. The dinner was held at one of our favourite Japanese restaurants in KL, Hajime.
Stepan Sarpaneva.
His watches came in birch boxes made in Finland. Each box had a unique grain pattern and were very smooth to the touch. The cover was held closed with magnetic fixtures.
The new owners slowly opening their boxes with great anticipation. Kuala Lumpur’s collectors were the first in the world to receive their Korona K3s.
Stepan explained the details on the watches and also usage instructions.
Lucky new owners really enjoying their new watches.
A guest can hardly contain his excitement for the no. 1 K3 in the world!
Stepan was kind enough to autograph his brochures for those in attendance.
As we enjoyed the food… (Ooh… UNI!)
… Stepan and the gang discussed and tried on the watches…
And now, we proceed to the watches. From the parts…
To the finished pieces…
Here are the watch shots (of Black Diamond and Steel cases and even Rose Gold dials).
Korona K1
Korona K2
Korona K3
Comparisons…
The much saught after Sarpaneva Supernova made an appearance!
Possibly the most Sarpanevas in a room outside of Stepan’s workshop…
And a preview of things to come…
Parting shot of Stepan himself…
Our deepest thanks to the organizers for the priviledged and insightful evening.
