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lapince · 17 October 2016, 08:35 AM

I would love to get the moon phase lumen, looks awesome, but my watch budget is almost dry

Samui · 17 October 2016, 09:09 AM

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Need your wise advice before making a big purchase...

Again, trying to add to my collection & to celebrate my 40th bday. Already own Patek 5712/1a and Rolex DSSD (Blue face).

Was originally set on purchasing a Patek 5164R. Still think it is a great one to own. But then - I came across the Lange Datograph Up Down in pink gold. I have only read the amazing reviews and seen incredible pics but have never come across this watch in person.

Anyone own or have seen one in person? What are your detailed thoughts?

AND

Thoughts on Datograph vs Patek 5164R would be most appreciated. Only have a week to decide!

Many thanks.

Datograph for me. Its a no brainer.

FeelingTheBlues · 17 October 2016, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

Ahum

How did you manage to handle one? That looks really nice!

Did you get a chance to wind it and make it run?

SearChart · 18 October 2016, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by FeelingTheBlues

How did you manage to handle one? That looks really nice!

Did you get a chance to wind it and make it run?

We are a Lange AD so this stuff passes by sometimes.
Yes I did wind it and it was butter smooth & fantastic to look at

belk7 · 20 October 2016, 12:41 AM

Finkalot · 21 October 2016, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by belk7

Nice! What size wrists do you have? How is the weight of the platinum version? Thanks in advance :)

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belk7 · 22 October 2016, 12:13 AM

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Nice! What size wrists do you have? How is the weight of the platinum version? Thanks in advance :)

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My wrist is bit over 7 1/2". But for this watch, I almost think the shape of the wrist is at least as important as the circumference when it comes to fit. I'm not sure if you've had a chance to try this on, but the case back (to accommodate that beautiful deep movement) causes this watch to sit a bit higher on the wrist than you may be used to. I see you have a 5146. I have owned that watch as well and I can tell you with no hesitation that the Dato Up/Down fits very, very differently. It works great for me, but less so for others.

The weight is substantial, but is something that I actually like a lot. The shape of my wrist and the fit of the strap makes this sit very well without moving around at all. But if you like to wear your watches a bit loose, then you may find it top-heavy. Again, it's perfect for me, but opinions vary among others. As always, trying one on is the only way to know for certain how you'll feel about it.

Hodinkee did a terrific "three on three" comparison of the Dato Up/Down, Patek 5170 and VC Harmony Chronograph. Jack Forster took the Dato and I find that his opinions very much mirror my own. As he's more well spoken and knowledgeable than I, you may like to check it out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIl9VPyLHzo

Finkalot · 22 October 2016, 01:33 AM

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Originally Posted by belk7

My wrist is bit over 7 1/2". But for this watch, I almost think the shape of the wrist is at least as important as the circumference when it comes to fit. I'm not sure if you've had a chance to try this on, but the case back (to accommodate that beautiful deep movement) causes this watch to sit a bit higher on the wrist than you may be used to. I see you have a 5146. I have owned that watch as well and I can tell you with no hesitation that the Dato Up/Down fits very, very differently. It works great for me, but less so for others.

The weight is substantial, but is something that I actually like a lot. The shape of my wrist and the fit of the strap makes this sit very well without moving around at all. But if you like to wear your watches a bit loose, then you may find it top-heavy. Again, it's perfect for me, but opinions vary among others. As always, trying one on is the only way to know for certain how you'll feel about it.

Hodinkee did a terrific "three on three" comparison of the Dato Up/Down, Patek 5170 and VC Harmony Chronograph. Jack Forster took the Dato and I find that his opinions very much mirror my own. As he's more well spoken and knowledgeable than I, you may like to check it out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIl9VPyLHzo

Thank you for the well thought of and detailed reply! Unfortunately, I've not had a chance to try this watch as yet. None of the local ADs or even the Lange boutique had one in stock. I can tell from the dimensions that it might fit very differently compared to other watches I've owned. I will keep searching for one to try before I buy.

I've worn larger watches like the 41.5mm omega seamaster without issues... so
I'm hopeful the Lange might be something that'll work for me. Like you, I don't wear my watches loose.

Thanks for the hodinkee 3 on 3 video. That video is the culprit for me getting interested in the dato in the first place :)

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scrappy · 22 October 2016, 05:01 AM

I just picked up a Dato up/down in platinum however mine came with a deployment clasp rather than a pin buckle which I think helps mitigate the top-heaviness. I'm primarily a Patek and Rolex collector but will say that this piece is among my all time favourites. Highly recommended.

jd57 · 22 October 2016, 05:27 AM

Just returned from 6 month trip to Switzerland. ALS service rivaling Patek for slowness. Glad to have it back though.

sake · 22 October 2016, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Finkalot

Thank you for the well thought of and detailed reply! Unfortunately, I've not had a chance to try this watch as yet. None of the local ADs or even the Lange boutique had one in stock. I can tell from the dimensions that it might fit very differently compared to other watches I've owned. I will keep searching for one to try before I buy.

I've worn larger watches like the 41.5mm omega seamaster without issues... so
I'm hopeful the Lange might be something that'll work for me. Like you, I don't wear my watches loose.

Thanks for the hodinkee 3 on 3 video. That video is the culprit for me getting interested in the dato in the first place :)

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Try Sincere Watch at Ngee Ann City ........

Finkalot · 22 October 2016, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by scrappy

I just picked up a Dato up/down in platinum however mine came with a deployment clasp rather than a pin buckle which I think helps mitigate the top-heaviness. I'm primarily a Patek and Rolex collector but will say that this piece is among my all time favourites. Highly recommended.

Congrats! I look forward to some pictures :)

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belk7 · 23 October 2016, 01:12 AM

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AK797 · 23 October 2016, 03:10 AM

Does anyone have the ZW Handwerkskunst, always looked spectacular to me.

http://www.foudroyante.com/wp/wp-con...2-1024x723.jpg

sake · 23 October 2016, 04:13 PM

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did not realise it was the dato up down until closer exam.......

Finkalot · 24 October 2016, 01:13 AM

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Try Sincere Watch at Ngee Ann City ........

Will do. Thanks for the tip.

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watchucallit · 27 October 2016, 01:37 AM

Would anyone here recommend a good Lange AD. I have an ALS timezone 1 but later on had a bad experience so looking for a new Lange AD... Feel free to send me a PM. thanks in advance

sake · 30 October 2016, 04:21 PM

custom strap ready....now waiting for the Dato up/down. AD says expect watch sometime in Dec.

benlee · 30 October 2016, 05:46 PM

What do you guys think of the Lange Saxonia Moonphase in WG?

Not my pic.

cervantes · 31 October 2016, 03:02 AM

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What do you guys think of the Lange Saxonia Moonphase in WG?

Not my pic.

I like it. The moon phase is spectacular and the size works. It's a clean and teutonic design. Was close to jumping on it but I'm still not sure if I dig the big-date situated so prominently.

belk7 · 31 October 2016, 06:59 AM

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What do you guys think of the Lange Saxonia Moonphase in WG?

Not my pic.

Ben, I like this one quite a bit. It's a great combination of beautiful Teutonic design but with a bit "extra" that makes it special. As mentioned, the moon phase is extraordinarily well done here. May not be the ideal choice if one wants a simple dress piece, but I find the big date makes it something that I would wear much more often. The back doesn't look too shabby either.......

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Finkalot · 31 October 2016, 11:14 PM

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What do you guys think of the Lange Saxonia Moonphase in WG?

Not my pic.

Would have benefited from some lume :) otherwise looks great

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cervantes · 1 November 2016, 12:38 PM

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Would have benefited from some lume :) otherwise looks great

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And blue hands...

Finkalot · 8 November 2016, 02:18 PM

Thoughts? Too big for me?

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Finkalot · 8 November 2016, 02:19 PM

More photos

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jschmidtdmd · 8 November 2016, 02:24 PM

I think it looks amazing.

Finkalot · 8 November 2016, 02:53 PM

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I think it looks amazing.

Dammit! Hahaha

I know once I buy it, I'm done for a good 2-3 years. The height and lug shape remain my concerns.

Thanks for enabling

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martinr · 8 November 2016, 04:07 PM

Too big.

KarlS · 8 November 2016, 05:04 PM

Too big and too fat. Love the watch, would love to buy one, everytime I put it on I go.....not for me!!!!

goog53 · 8 November 2016, 05:25 PM

Sorry to say but too big IMO. Lugs hang over too much. This piece is great but I have tried it as well and the fit was not good for me either

22 October 2016, 05:27 AM	#1390
jd57 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2014 Location: NYC Posts: 566	Just returned from 6 month trip to Switzerland. ALS service rivaling Patek for slowness. Glad to have it back though. Attached Images

30 October 2016, 04:21 PM	#1398
sake "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: - Posts: 34	custom strap ready....now waiting for the Dato up/down. AD says expect watch sometime in Dec. Attached Images

30 October 2016, 05:46 PM	#1399
benlee "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Real Name: Ben Location: SIN & JKT Watch: Rolex, AP, PP Posts: 9,874	What do you guys think of the Lange Saxonia Moonphase in WG? Not my pic. __________________ Follow me on Instagram : benlee789

8 November 2016, 02:24 PM	#1406
jschmidtdmd "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Real Name: John Location: Denver Posts: 2,294	I think it looks amazing. __________________ Watches!

8 November 2016, 05:25 PM	#1410
goog53 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: Mike G Location: Ohio Watch: Rolex-Patek-AP Posts: 3,076	Sorry to say but too big IMO. Lugs hang over too much. This piece is great but I have tried it as well and the fit was not good for me either __________________ The only thing better than the watches are the people behind them. "The best watch in the world is the one that's on your wrist." Morgan King "Do you like having a good time? Then you need a good watch!" Rocky Balboa

17 October 2016, 08:35 AM	#1381
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	I would love to get the moon phase lumen, looks awesome, but my watch budget is almost dry

20 October 2016, 12:41 AM	#1385
belk7 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Chris Location: USA Posts: 1,439

22 October 2016, 05:01 AM	#1389
scrappy "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Posts: 623	I just picked up a Dato up/down in platinum however mine came with a deployment clasp rather than a pin buckle which I think helps mitigate the top-heaviness. I'm primarily a Patek and Rolex collector but will say that this piece is among my all time favourites. Highly recommended.

23 October 2016, 01:12 AM	#1393
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23 October 2016, 03:10 AM	#1394
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,369	Does anyone have the ZW Handwerkskunst, always looked spectacular to me. http://www.foudroyante.com/wp/wp-con...2-1024x723.jpg

27 October 2016, 01:37 AM	#1397
watchucallit "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: San Fran Posts: 2,218	Would anyone here recommend a good Lange AD. I have an ALS timezone 1 but later on had a bad experience so looking for a new Lange AD... Feel free to send me a PM. thanks in advance

8 November 2016, 02:18 PM	#1404
Finkalot "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: Singapore Watch: Patek 5146G Posts: 235	Thoughts? Too big for me? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

8 November 2016, 02:19 PM	#1405
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8 November 2016, 04:07 PM	#1408
martinr "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: California Posts: 3,106	Too big.

8 November 2016, 05:04 PM	#1409
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	Too big and too fat. Love the watch, would love to buy one, everytime I put it on I go.....not for me!!!!

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