New Release
As A. Lange & Söhne commemorates 30 years of its iconic Lange 1, forum member jpd initiates a vibrant discussion, showcasing his personal Luminous Lange 1. His post serves as a timely reminder of the model's enduring legacy and prompts a community-wide reflection on the brand's latest anniversary editions. This article delves into the collector community's initial reactions and expert insights regarding these significant new releases.
The A. Lange & Söhne Grand Lange 1 reference 115.029 takes everything collectors love about the Lange 1 and scales it up to a commanding 41.9mm in 18kt white gold, with a black dial that gives the enlarged design a powerful, contemporary presence. The Grand Lange 1 is not merely a bigger Lange 1 -- it is a complete reimagining of the layout for a larger canvas, with proportions recalculated to ensure the asymmetric dial elements maintain their visual balance at the increased diameter. The black dial adds intensity to the design, making the applied indices and the outsize date window stand out with dramatic clarity.
Inside beats the caliber L095.1, a movement designed specifically for the Grand Lange 1 and not simply an upsized version of the standard L901.0. This hand-wound movement retains the 72-hour power reserve and the patented outsize date mechanism while incorporating refinements suited to the larger case dimensions. The finishing, naturally, meets A. Lange & Söhne's uncompromising standards: the balance cock is hand-engraved, the German silver three-quarter plate bears Glashuette ribbing, and every steel component is polished to a mirror finish by hand.
Reference 115.029 addresses the collector who wants the Lange 1 experience with additional wrist presence -- someone whose personal style aligns with the larger proportions that have become standard in contemporary luxury watchmaking, but who refuses to sacrifice mechanical excellence or finishing quality for size. The white gold case and black dial combination gives this Grand Lange 1 an almost architectural quality, like a building designed by a master who understands that scale amplifies both virtues and flaws, and has therefore ensured there are no flaws to amplify.
Not sure why but it felt a little uninspiring. Also onyx is relatively inexpensive and this is a very very expensive Lange 1. Grey market prices for Lange is down and Lange 1s can be bought for 50c on the dollar. Totally does not interest me at all. Berneron stone dials however are much more interesting. Sorry that I’m so direct, but I feel the best days for them are over. Best Gatsby
So, should we expect the pt/onyx variant to be priced around 60k? My main doubt concerns the glossy aspect of the onyx, which probably makes the watch look like a "tuxedo watch". I think the original "Darth" would be more to my liking for that reason. As for the rose gold/blue variant, I simply don't understand why the date is black on white discs: wouldn't white on blue discs make much more sense (and be much more harmonious)?
Has never really been about the materials, moreso manufacturered scarcity. If the onyx provides a unique effect, then that manufactured scarcity is definitely there - but it doesn't look all the different from a regular black dial at least from the photos...
I’ve seen the actual watch in person. So my comments are basis that. Best Gatsby
on your face and origin. Patek at least nowadays displays all its prices even those of their multimillion pieces.
Would you say this new onyx “Darth” looks like a tuxedo watch? I mean glossy dial and very formal look?
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