60-Minute Mechanical Kitchen Timer, Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef or Hippo, by Bengt Ek Design
60-Minute Mechanical Kitchen Timer, Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef or Hippo, by Bengt Ek Design
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A 60-minute wind-up kitchen timer topped with a hand-modeled figure: choose the Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef or gray Hippo.
- 🇨🇭Designed in Lucerne, Switzerland
- ⏲️Up to 60 minutes
- 🔋No batteries
- 🎁Easy gift
Twist the base to set the time and the timer rings when it's done. Use it for pasta, eggs, baking and tea, or on a desk to work in focused blocks. The figures make it a popular hostess or stocking-stuffer gift.
Specifications
- Brand: Bengt Ek Design
- Type: Mechanical wind-up timer
- Range: Up to 60 minutes
- Power: No batteries needed
- Designs: Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef, Hippo
Features
- Mechanical wind-up, up to 60 minutes.
- Black dial with clear white markings.
- Four figures: Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef, Hippo.
- No batteries or charging.
Best Rooms and Placement
Kitchens, home offices, classrooms and playrooms; a fun touch in rental and Airbnb kitchens.
Who This Is Not For
- Timing longer than one hour.
- Very quiet rooms: a mechanical timer ticks while it runs.
Buy Once: Care and Durability
Wipe clean with a soft, slightly damp cloth; don't immerse it in water. To set, turn the dial past 15 minutes and back to the time you need for the most accurate countdown.
Designer and Maker
Bengt Ek Design is a Swiss housewares maker based in Lucerne, founded in 1975 by Swedish designer Bengt Ek and his father. The company specializes in kitchen timers, thermometers, scales and clocks with classic, easy-to-read designs.
Why We Carry It
A dependable timer with a personality, at an easy gift price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a good gift?
Yes, it's a popular stocking stuffer and host gift for anyone who cooks.
Can I use it for studying or work?
Yes, it's handy for 25- or 50-minute focus sessions.
Do I need batteries?
No, it winds up by hand.
Trade and Project Orders
Furnishing a rental, a boutique hotel, an office or a client's home? Our trade program gives designers, stagers and hospitality buyers project pricing. Sign up for a trade account or contact us with your quantities.
Shipping
- In-stock items ship within 2–3 business days from a U.S. warehouse.
- Final sale. Please check the size and finish before ordering.
Configurations and Item Numbers
- Geisha: SKU MD-BE-655 (Bengt Ek 655)
- Sushi Chef: SKU MD-BE-659 (Bengt Ek 659)
- Chef: SKU MD-BE-626 (Bengt Ek 626)
- Hippo, Gray: SKU MD-BE-625G (Bengt Ek 625G)
Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.

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