A. Lange & Söhne Gala Dinner Hong Kong

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · 2015-10-09T19:07:42Z

Experience A. Lange & Söhne's Gala Dinner in Hong Kong, celebrating F.A. Lange's 200th anniversary. Guests tried the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater.

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Jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) recounts his experience at A. Lange & Söhne's Gala Dinner in Hong Kong, celebrating the 200th Anniversary of founder F.A. Lange. His post vividly captures the evening's highlights, particularly the unique opportunity for every guest to try and hear the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater chime. This article offers a glimpse into exclusive brand events and the special interactions collectors have with rare timepieces.

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Last week, several Lange collectors in the region were invited to Lange's Gala dinner to celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the manufacture's founder, F.A Lange.

It was a most enjoyable evening getting to meet fellow Lange collectors from many parts of Asia as well as several of the friendly Lange staff around the globe. There were also two opera performances during the dinner which we all enjoyed.

The highlight of the evening was when Mr Wilhelm Schmid invited all of us (yes every single guest!) to try the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater and to hear the chimes. To have the watch chime by each and every guest (more than 50 I reckon) that evening was amazing. We went in batches of course but almost all guests get to play with the watch. It may be a once in a lifetime moment for many of us!

To me it shows Lange is confident that the watch works very well as I think these mechanics are rather delicate and if I ever own a minute repeater, I won't let my friends chime it again and again for 50x times or so!

Some pics here to share. I already shared the videos of the chimes of this watch in another post here:

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Enjoy !

Cheers
Robin

Oops took a bite before the pic

This message has been edited by jrwong23 on 2015-10-09 19:09:39

Key Points from the Discussion

The highlight of the Lange Gala Dinner was the opportunity for every guest to try and hear the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater chime, demonstrating Lange's confidence in the watch's robust mechanics despite its delicate nature.
The brand's executives, like Wilhelm Schmid, actively participate in these global anniversary celebrations, often winding the minute repeater multiple times for guests, which can consume significant energy from the watch.
The 1815 anniversary platinum black dial was launched in February 2015, but Honey Gold (HG) remains a special patented gold alloy from Lange, highly regarded for its appearance in daylight.
The sound of the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater is described as loud and crisp, with videos available for those who wish to experience its chime.
The event's reportage, including details about food, environment, and guests, makes readers feel as if they were present, highlighting the community aspect of such gatherings.
A collector noted a resemblance between F.A. Lange and V.I. Lenin, a humorous observation that does not impact the quality of Lange watches but could open new market opportunities.

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dr.kol

Oct 9, 2015

Looking at the statue of

F.A. Lange, I just noticed that he looked just like V.I. Lenin. Hmm... I'm sure it does not influence to the quality of Lange watches; perhaps just open new opportunities in Russia. Have a nice weekend! Kari

amanico

Oct 9, 2015

So, there is a Robin in the Lange Family? :)))))

Thanks for the report, Robin. One question: How did the Minute Repeater sound? Best, Nicolas

foversta

Oct 10, 2015

There is something positive: the watch was still working after tests by 50 people! [nt]

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 10, 2015

Precisely Fx!

Although Wilhelm had to wind it during our turn (we were one of the last few). The chiming took quite a lot of energy I guess Cheers Robin

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 10, 2015

Robin Lange?!!

An Asian version? :p The sound was pretty good I would say. Loud and crisp. Check out the videos I posted Cheers Robin

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Oct 10, 2015

Lol thanks Kari

and who do I look like then? :p Cheers Robin

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