A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange JS

bsandovalb challenges traditional watch styling by pairing a sophisticated A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds with a NATO strap. This editorial explores his perspective on making luxury timepieces versatile for everyday wear, drawing parallels to the enduring utility of vintage watches from a bygone era. His approach sparks a discussion on personal enjoyment versus conventional horological aesthetics.

I can understand this is not for everyone, but I love seeing and using ¨dress¨ watches on natos... It reminds me the old days when our grand fathers had one single dressy watch and used it for all occasions and they survived with flying colours

I still have my grandpa´s Breitling Transocean he bought in the early 60s and used it every single day until he passed away in 2004 and is still ticking ...

Key Points from the Discussion

The consensus among contributors is that personal preference should dictate how one wears a watch, emphasizing enjoyment over strict adherence to traditional styling norms.
Another collector shares a visual example of a dress watch on a NATO strap, reinforcing the idea that this pairing can be aesthetically pleasing and practical.
The original author reiterates his philosophy that watches, especially high-end pieces like the Richard Lange Jumping Seconds, are meant to be used and enjoyed regularly, not just for formal occasions.
The community appreciates the bold styling choice and the high-quality photography showcasing the A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds on the NATO strap.

The Discussion

mjmccracken

Aug 17, 2023

I think it’s pretty darn cool. And great photos, by the way. Enjoy the heck outa that piece. ✌️

bsandovalb

Aug 17, 2023

I also think it is super cool.. I always do my best to enjoy this RLJS, every single time I can, watches are meant to be used !...cheers

aWtchslvr

Aug 17, 2023

Now that I see it I like it.

mdg

Aug 17, 2023

...sometimes you don't : )

Aquaracer1

Aug 17, 2023

Cool to switch it up

bsandovalb

Aug 17, 2023

thanks for commenting :P

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