The A. Lange & Söhne Thread - including daily pics...

[phiberoptiks]

Originally Posted by poweredbyjae

Just called. Interesting the local boutique gave me a range vs a precise figure $800-$1000 with a 1-2 month wait due to lack of inventory.

Probably since gold, shipping, supplier costs and currency rates are all fluctuating so much

[PBJ1925]

Originally Posted by phiberoptiks

Probably since gold, shipping, supplier costs and currency rates are all fluctuating so much

I think you nailed it, as I was initially surprised they didn't want to commit to an exact figure but it starts to make some sense when you list out all the variables in today's unusual market.

[sp006]

Originally Posted by poweredbyjae

I think you nailed it, as I was initially surprised they didn't want to commit to an exact figure but it starts to make some sense when you list out all the variables in today's unusual market.

Not sure if this helps but I paid $950 for mine about 4 months ago. I can also tell you that I was charged $2300 for platinum tang and $7300 for platinum deployant clasp on previous purchases.


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[PBJ1925]

Originally Posted by sp006

Not sure if this helps but I paid $950 for mine about 4 months ago. I can also tell you that I was charged $2300 for platinum tang and $7300 for platinum deployant clasp on previous purchases.


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Thanks for the data point, does help. Sounds like the quote of $800-$1000 seems to be in line for the tang then. Was quoted $370 for a leather strap, only wish they had quick release bars as an option.

[CFR]

Originally Posted by edhahn44

Very nice! Is this a 101.027x?

Sorry for the delayed reply. No, it's a one-off I believe -- a Little Lange 1 in a platinum case but with the same silver dial color and blue hands as the 101.027X. Here you can see them side by side:

Originally Posted by poweredbyjae

Just called. Interesting the local boutique gave me a range vs a precise figure $800-$1000 with a 1-2 month wait due to lack of inventory.

Interesting. Price for a 16mm gold tang Lange buckle has been $740 USD for many years. I wondered when it'd increase. To see current Lange accessory prices, scroll down to the bottom of the "Annual Prices" tab on this spreadsheet. Accessory prices will be updated when the official US price list comes out.

Also, I see your profile says "Watch - 126660." This is the watch that I thought I'd rarely wear (ridiculous on my 6" wrist) but that I can't take off. Wearing it as I type this. Love it!

[PBJ1925]

Originally Posted by CFR

Interesting. Price for a 16mm gold tang Lange buckle has been $740 USD for many years. I wondered when it'd increase. To see current Lange accessory prices, scroll down to the bottom of the "Annual Prices" tab on this spreadsheet. Accessory prices will be updated when the official US price list comes out.

Also, I see your profile says "Watch - 126660." This is the watch that I thought I'd rarely wear (ridiculous on my 6" wrist) but that I can't take off. Wearing it as I type this. Love it!

Thank you for sharing the spreadsheet, appreciate the reference. Was a bit surprised on the range as well; it was quoted from a Southern California boutique. SA also quoted me about 20% higher on servicing the GL1 than the listed prices posted on ALS website.

Yes indeed, the trusty DSSD has been my daily for the past year plus. Arguably the best bracelet in its class and balanced well considering its comical thickness. Agreed, it fits a wide range of wrist sizes much better than most would anticipate. Glad to hear you're also enjoying yours as well!

[CFR]

Originally Posted by poweredbyjae

Was a bit surprised on the range as well; it was quoted from a Southern California boutique. SA also quoted me about 20% higher on servicing the GL1 than the listed prices posted on ALS website.

The SA gave you a range (vs. the actual price) for the buckle because Lange is in the midst of changing those accessory prices.

[anselm]

Originally Posted by poweredbyjae

Thank you for sharing the spreadsheet, appreciate the reference. Was a bit surprised on the range as well; it was quoted from a Southern California boutique. SA also quoted me about 20% higher on servicing the GL1 than the listed prices posted on ALS website.

Yes indeed, the trusty DSSD has been my daily for the past year plus. Arguably the best bracelet in its class and balanced well considering its comical thickness. Agreed, it fits a wide range of wrist sizes much better than most would anticipate. Glad to hear you're also enjoying yours as well!

The nyc boutique has the watchmaker in house so I would go direct to the source for a quote on service.

[jed11]

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[CFR]

Originally Posted by poweredbyjae

Sa also quoted me about 20% higher on servicing the gl1 than the listed prices posted on als website.

Service pricing may be changing as well. I believe last published price (2019) to service that watch was $1,180 without the case refurb and $1,720 with the case refurb.

[daytonaTBR]

Hey all, I'm thinking about adding either a datograph up/down in pt or a zeitwerk date as my next lange. For those that have owned both or have handled both I'm wondering which you prefer? I'm torn because I love the dial and the originality of the zeitwerk, but the dato is more wearable on my 16cm wrist and the caseback is just stunning.

[Qngo516]

Daily a GL1 for half a decade. A classic understated good look.




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[diracpoint]

Originally Posted by Qngo516

Daily a GL1 for half a decade. A classic understated good look.




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Looks great with "wabi-sabi"!

[mario1971]

[CFR]

Originally Posted by daytonaTBR

Hey all, I'm thinking about adding either a datograph up/down in pt or a zeitwerk date as my next lange. For those that have owned both or have handled both I'm wondering which you prefer? I'm torn because I love the dial and the originality of the zeitwerk, but the dato is more wearable on my 16cm wrist and the caseback is just stunning.

Strong preference for the ZW Date over the Dato Up/Down. I think the ZW Date was really well done, but it's a big watch. I'm not a big fan of the Dato Up/Down compared to the original Dato.

[chiscott_29]

Originally Posted by daytonaTBR

Hey all, I'm thinking about adding either a datograph up/down in pt or a zeitwerk date as my next lange. For those that have owned both or have handled both I'm wondering which you prefer? I'm torn because I love the dial and the originality of the zeitwerk, but the dato is more wearable on my 16cm wrist and the caseback is just stunning.

I own a Dato and truly love it. It’s probably the one watch I’d never part with. It’s just a stunningly beautiful watch and I actually like what it represents. It’s a watch lover’s watch and It’s above the “hype” you see all over today.

That said, the Zeitwerk Date is gorgeous if you have the wrist size to pull it off. It’s a BIG watch and really does not look good on those with smaller wrists. And that pains me to say as one that has small wrists.

If you can pull off both it would be a very difficult choice and all I can recommend is you get what you love most.

As a side note, Lange is suffering from a lot of Production delays. I don’t think either of these are available now or any time soon. If you want another Lange I might try and see what a boutique or AD can do for you, but if this is a one-off I’m pretty sure both models are right around MSRP on the secondary market. You’d likely at least save sales tax.


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[JonaG]

Cherry blossoms in full bloom this weekend although I looked at the watch more !


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[gordon86]

Seems like they will be launching the daymatic or perpetual calendar sort of Lange 1 with the reverse asymmetrical dial

[Hard_Six]

Need some help. I’m trying to decide on my first ALS and have it narrowed down to these three. Which do you all like best?








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[phiberoptiks]

Love the third one, but second one is easier to wear casually I'd say. First one is nice, just a little bit more cluttered with all the information

[edhahn44]

Originally Posted by Hard_Six

Need some help. I’m trying to decide on my first ALS and have it narrowed down to these three. Which do you all like best?








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Out of your list I’d go for the PCC. Generally, I’d always go for the first gen Dato in that range.


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[usmc_k9_vet]

Originally Posted by edhahn44

Out of your list I’d go for the PCC. Generally, I’d always go for the first gen Dato in that range.


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Is the PCC a first gen as opposed to the other two? What makes the first gen different than the current gen? I seem to recall the first gen is smaller in size. Is that correct?

They’re all stunning, by the way. I’d have a real tough time deciding between those three if they were all available to me.


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[Hard_Six]

Originally Posted by usmc_k9_vet

Is the PCC a first gen as opposed to the other two? What makes the first gen different than the current gen? I seem to recall the first gen is smaller in size. Is that correct?

They’re all stunning, by the way. I’d have a real tough time deciding between those three if they were all available to me.


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Yes, the PCC is older vs the up/downs which would be new. This PCC is in platinum and is still 41mm like the current version.

[lutchki]

Originally Posted by Hard_Six

Need some help. I’m trying to decide on my first ALS and have it narrowed down to these three. Which do you all like best?








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Third one for me.


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[Bmats]

Doesn’t have to be a dress watch

[alan_poon88]

I like the third one too. But I’m biased.



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[pdnb]

Originally Posted by daytonaTBR

Hey all, I'm thinking about adding either a datograph up/down in pt or a zeitwerk date as my next lange. For those that have owned both or have handled both I'm wondering which you prefer? I'm torn because I love the dial and the originality of the zeitwerk, but the dato is more wearable on my 16cm wrist and the caseback is just stunning.

Try the ZW Dato on; but I agree with others it might be a little large for 16cm.

They are both beautiful pieces


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[PBJ1925]

Pre-flight beverage with GL1 MP en route to Mexico. This will be more incognito than most…


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[mario1971]

[marcusgoh]

Quick question. Do you prefer the older or newer movement of the Zeitwerk?