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As you all guessed... I could not resist my inner urge to own such an iconic chronograph so I took the plunge. The AD also gave me a very sweet deal. Since I was travelling internationally, I recorded down their wire information and sent an electronic payment on the same day.
Very special visit to Lange retailer in Seoul (Part 2)
Link to part 1: www.watchprosite.com
The next day, the Lange sales associate called and mentioned that they did indeed receive the wire; however, the funds were not meant to be sent to that account and the transaction had to be reversed. What??? I only had three nights left before flying back to Vancouver and wasn't sure if I had enough time to receive the funds back in my account and send a new wire. The sales associate apologized profusely and said it's their first time dealing with an international wire and even if I decided not to purchase the watch, they would pay for the wire/reversal transaction fees. They also gave me a nice bottle of Verve Clicquot champagne. I told them I will wait for the funds to be back in my account then contact them.
One day passed, nothing...
Two days passed, still nothing...
Since this was not a small amount of money, I had no choice but to extend my stay (hotel + change return flight) until everything was settled. I told the AD about this and they felt sorry.
Finally on Tuesday (Monday in Vancouver), the funds were posted in my account! I called the AD to notify them about this and said I still intend on purchasing the watch. The sales associate again apologized and thanked me for my patience and understanding through all of this. Due to the inconvenience, they gave me an even better deal on the watch and I could not believe the end price! So I went ahead and sent the wire, and they received it the next day.
When I went to pick up the watch, I was greeted by the manager who was very apologetic and said he brought up this situation to Richemont Asia. Then they gave me this gift: an A. Lange & Sohne briefcase!
This is so cool! Then the piece I was super patient for:
Although there was a mistake made by the AD which caused inconvenience, their service and courteousness was top-notch. It also resulted in an even better deal on the watch and an awesome gift. I definitely can't complain! Thank you AD, Lange and Richemont Asia!
This message has been edited by Ed Chang on 2016-03-29 05:32:57
Great Story, and even better Dato!
Big congratulations on adding this beautiful Datrograph to your collection Ed, and the story will be one to remember for a long time!
Hope this piece brings you years of happiness;
Colton
Hope this piece brings you years of happiness;
Colton
Big congrats Ed !
What a story and I am so glad it's such a happy ending 
The Dato Up Down is the king of chronos! Very happy for you
Cheers
Robin
The Dato Up Down is the king of chronos! Very happy for you
Cheers
Robin
You have done very well!
Congratulations on the watch, and also for having your patience rewarded. Very nice. Good job, Lange.
The briefcase is stunning and is a nice gesture but...
the watch is really awesome!
Congrats for this beautiful Dato!
Fx
Congrats for this beautiful Dato!
Fx
amazing watch and i LOVE the briefcase...
such a cool and exclusive gift !!!
Enjoy the watch and wear it in good health!
Christian
briefcase
its nice that the briefcase was made in Germany but you'd think Lange would use full grain leather rather than cheaper "genuine leather" its like the difference between filet mignon and ground beef hamburger patty even though both are beef. "genuine leather" is the lowest and cheapest grade of leather, it goes 1. full grain 2. top grain 3. "genuine" leather
This message has been edited by edwardwchang on 2016-03-29 14:47:22
it makes no economic sense to use expensive German craftsman to make something using cheap materials. You'd make a far superior item using cheaper Chinese craftsman and superior top grade materials. The final cost would be equal but the made in china product would be superior because the base materials are superior
its nice to be gifted something but it would have cost Lange $30 usd more to make a superlative full grain leather briefcase rather than a mediocre genuine leather one and Lange is in the business of the superlative and their watch pricing certainly reflects that, especially brand boutique pricing.
NB the OP and I are not the same person. we are both named edward chang
This message has been edited by edwardwchang on 2016-03-29 14:47:22
may be the look of full grain was different? Don't think is necessary cheaper but I am not expert...still
a nice bag 
Hello twin :)
Your insight is greatly appreciated. I am not too sure about leather grading but am just grateful for the gift.
That one more night of stay definitely paid off! Congratulations. [nt]
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Great catch and it's good to know Lange take good care of their customers :)) [nt]
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Definitely Raymond!
It's my first experience with a Lange AD and for sure won't be my last.
stunning briefcase with a fantastic watch
Aha... high-quality briefcase is the lighting in the post , the watch is also very amazing
nice sharing
Congratulations Ed on both of your wonderful Lange acquisitions! [nt]
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congratulations for a lovely watch
I have tried both the new and the old model datograph in platinum in a trip to germany and i loved the newer version mainly because it sits better on the wrist.
your taste in watches is second to none as your taste in your 991
Best,
Ahmed
Thanks Ahmed. I prefer the Up/Down as well.
The proportion is better and the power reserve indicator is very useful. Haha, nice catch on my 991.
Great outcome!
Congrats on this stunning watch at a great price! That's a nice briefcase too from Lange.
I live in Vancouver also=)