Character Kitchen Timer by Bengt Ek Design
Character Kitchen Timer by Bengt Ek Design
$19.50
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A little character for the kitchen counter. Each of these Bengt Ek timers is a small figure on a 60-minute dial: twist the base, and the Geisha, the Sushi Chef, the Chef or the Hippo keeps watch over the pot.
The Design Story
Bengt Ek Design has spent decades proving that a useful object can also make you smile. These figurine timers are the purest example: a dependable wind-up mechanism, a clear black dial, and a character on top that turns a kitchen chore into a bit of theater.
Each figure is modeled with care, from the Geisha's folded arms to the Sushi Chef's cleaver and the Hippo's round face.
Why You'll Love It
A real wind-up mechanism: no batteries, no apps.
Easy-to-read white markings on a black dial.
A small, cheerful gift for anyone who cooks.
Where It's Best Placed
On the counter next to the stove or oven.
On the desk as a focus timer, or in the playroom to count down screen time.
Product Details
| Brand | Bengt Ek Design |
|---|---|
| Type | Mechanical wind-up timer |
| Range | Up to 60 minutes |
| Power | No batteries needed |
| Designs | Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef, Hippo |
| Bengt Ek item numbers | 655 (Geisha), 659 (Sushi Chef), 626 (Chef), 625G (Hippo, Gray) |
Living With It
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.
Who It's Not For
- Anyone who needs to time beyond 60 minutes.
- Cooks who want a silent timer: it ticks and rings like a classic timer.
About Bengt Ek Design
Bengt Ek Design began in 1975, when Swedish designer Bengt Ek and his father founded Ek International in Lucerne, Switzerland. Bengt had been designing products for local businesses since he was fifteen.
Today the studio is known for kitchen timers, thermometers, scales and clocks: classic shapes with a sense of humor, made to make everyday life a little easier and more pleasant.
Questions We Hear Most
Does it need batteries?
No, it's a mechanical wind-up timer.
How long can it time?
Up to 60 minutes.
Which designs are available?
Geisha, Sushi Chef, Chef and a gray Hippo.
Why We Love It
It's the rare kitchen tool people leave out on purpose.
Shipping Info
| Processing Time | In-stock items typically leave within 2–3 business days. |
|---|---|
| Ships From | United States |
| Returns | Final sale |
Configurations and SKUs
| Geisha | LM-BE-655 · Bengt Ek 655 |
|---|---|
| Sushi Chef | LM-BE-659 · Bengt Ek 659 |
| Chef | LM-BE-626 · Bengt Ek 626 |
| Hippo, Gray | LM-BE-625G · Bengt Ek 625G |
Shipping & Returns
Free Shipping within the U.S. for orders over $100.
Because many of our pieces are made to order or specially sourced, most items are considered final sale.
What are the items you could return?
1. Items received damaged or broken
2. Incorrect items that were shipped
3. Defective items
A replacement will be shipped right away.
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