Vincent von Kaenel

Mountain biker, high‑altitude climber, watchmaker heritage, photographer, ham radio operator — and family man.

Polynesie Francaise · Moorea · Humpback whale · Baleine/Whale · Calf / Baleineau · Full body

Adventure

Bikes, boots and a paraglider — exploring the Bay Area hills and the high Himalaya.

Trails around Henry Coe and the San Francisco Bay Area.

First ascent of a 7,200 m (23,600 ft) Karakoram summit, and the paraglide down.

Trekking and monasteries in the high desert of northern India.

Finding your way with a map and compass.

Precision, patience, and a few unusual skills.

Hand‑engine‑turned engraving for watch dials.

Japanese paper‑theater storytelling.

Engineering background and professional history.

K6VVK — station, contacts, and awards.

The von Kaenel family, past and present.

Private photos and updates for family.

Descendants of Cuni‑Konrad & Hans von Kaenel.

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