A. Lange & Söhne LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” Set

KIH · 2014-09-28T18:00:11Z

Explore the A. Lange & Söhne LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” limited edition sets. Discover collector reactions to the 20-piece LANGE 1 and LITTLE LANGE 1 pairs.

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KIH introduces A. Lange & Söhne's LANGE 1 "20th Anniversary" watch set, a limited edition release commemorating two decades of the iconic LANGE 1. This special collection, featuring a LANGE 1 and a LITTLE LANGE 1, highlights the brand's enduring design philosophy and technical mastery. KIH's post provides an initial look at these significant anniversary pieces, setting the stage for community discussion on their appeal and market implications.

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Press Release

Embargo: Sep. 29th, 10:00am (JST)

LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary”

20 limited-edition sets of A. Lange & Söhne’s design icon

On the occasion of the 20th birthday of the LANGE 1, the eminent Saxon brand presents the LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” watch set. It consists of the LANGE 1 and the LITTLE LANGE 1. The two models symbolise the significance of spending time together. The design of the two watches is gracefully balanced, like two harmonising voices in a duet.

LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” watch set in pink gold Every big event has a magic moment. The introduction of the LANGE 1 at the presentation of A. Lange & Söhne’s first wristwatch collection in Dresden on 24 October 1994 was such a moment. Those who attended the event will have noticed its historical signifi-cance. With its striking design, technical innovations such as the outsize date and the three-day movement as well as the perfection with which it was crafted, it became the face of the brand and the benchmark for many further developments.

The manufactory is commemorating the 20th anniversary with five limited-edition watch pairs consisting of the LANGE 1 and the LITTLE LANGE 1. The solid-silver dials are guilloched by hand. Both models incorporate Lange’s L901.0 manufacture calibre. By coincidence, the movement has as many parts as a year has days – 365. The watches differ in diameter: 38.5 millimetres for the LANGE 1 and 36.1 millimetres for the LITTLE LANGE 1. The ladies’ model features a precious bezel set with 64 brilliant-cut diamonds.

The sets are available in the following case/dial combinations: platinum/black, platinum/ rhodié, white-gold/blue, pink-gold/argenté and pink-gold/black. Each of these different sets of the LANGE 1 “20th Anniversary” is limited to 20 pairs as expressed by the hand-engraved “20” on the balance cock.

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Key Points from the Discussion

The decision to release a '20th Anniversary' edition, rather than a more traditional 25th anniversary, is questioned, with a parallel drawn to other 'uncommon' anniversary editions.
The requirement to purchase the watches as a set is a significant deterrent for many collectors, especially if their partner's preferences (e.g., no diamonds) are not met.
The guilloché dials are highly appreciated, but the set-only purchase model limits individual acquisition, with the white gold/blue combination being a popular choice.
The limited edition size and mandatory set purchase for such a milestone anniversary are seen as restrictive, potentially making it an 'Owners Club' watch rather than broadly accessible.
The blue dial in the anniversary set is noted as distinctly different from previous blue Lange dials, and the 'Darth' variant also presents a new aesthetic.
A community member confirms they will be in Hong Kong and plans to post live pictures of the watches, offering a real-world perspective.

The Discussion

smartbot

Sep 28, 2014

Wow!

Great watch (especially in the blue). Too bad it's a limited edition and only sold in pairs.

amanico

Sep 28, 2014

Too bad you have to buy it as a Set. And why do they think that a Lady's watch has to be

Jewelled, necessarily? If it was a bigger LE and not a set, I would have thught about getting one, but honestly, I don't know which one, the white gold blue dial which is magnificient,, or the platinum black, which is just gorgeous. But well, with such an obligation to get the set, and with a short LE, I pass... Just for the pleasure of the eyes... Best, Nicolas

moc

Sep 28, 2014

Platinum /blue would have been a stunner... [nt]

amanico

Sep 28, 2014

True, but we cannot blame Lange on that point. For once, we have a black dial with a

Platinum case.... Let's not spoil our pleasure! ;) No, my issue is that, for such a milestone, the obligation to get the set, while it would have been better to offer it as an option, and the short LE, the party is a bit spoiled. While 200 per metal would have been more convenient, to offer to more people the possibility to get one. Here what do we have? A " Lange Owners Club " Watch? Best, Nicolas

moc

Sep 29, 2014

Dont get me wrong, no complaints here...

I think they look beautiful, especially that blue dial... I agree on the set,,.. Mmmm would ve liked to consider one of them.... Mo

amanico

Sep 29, 2014

Yes, but the Set " philosophy " is a real pain. :( [nt]

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