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1815 Chrono Gen II:
Hi all,
Thought I'd post some pics of my 1815 chrono for no particularly good reason
I was, and remain, a big fan of this reference. Slim, white dial, and blue hands make for an attractive package, although it can be seen as a bit too sober. The Dato is the icon, but the profile of the 1815 make it a much more versatile piece for me personally. However, the gen I Dato would make a fine sibling for the stable... 🤔😅
The later boutique edition and new black dial versions are also very attractive. Nonetheless, I will always keep mine as it's the watch I was marrried in and also the one accompanying me for the birth of my son recently; sometimes the memories attached to watches become more important than the watch itself 😁
Thought I'd post some pics of my 1815 chrono for no particularly good reason
I was, and remain, a big fan of this reference. Slim, white dial, and blue hands make for an attractive package, although it can be seen as a bit too sober. The Dato is the icon, but the profile of the 1815 make it a much more versatile piece for me personally. However, the gen I Dato would make a fine sibling for the stable... 🤔😅
The later boutique edition and new black dial versions are also very attractive. Nonetheless, I will always keep mine as it's the watch I was marrried in and also the one accompanying me for the birth of my son recently; sometimes the memories attached to watches become more important than the watch itself 😁
Splendid shots and sweet memories related to this timepiece. Easy to understand why you want to keep it
I owned the pink gold version (white dial) few years ago but I didn't keep it. First, I'm not really a chrono guy fan and I needed cash to finance another Lange.
Enjoy and wear yours in the best of your health.
Best wishes
Alkiro
Enjoy and wear yours in the best of your health.
Best wishes
Alkiro
Thanks Alkiro!
I definitely like manual wind chronos, and would like to add more. Only problem is the nice ones are not cheap!
You're right. If I should buy one today that would be the Montblanc 1858 and, then, probably the Dato first generation
Best wishes
Alkiro
Alkiro
Your front-on movement shot is top top drawer.
wonderful watch and even more special when so many good memories are attached to it.
Congratulations, again, Willis, on your new "edition"!
That watch will have to stay with you with all the emotions tied up in it. And it's an easy one to want to keep.
Great pic of the whole movement!
So this could/should be the generational watch, from father to son; it would be just right. 😀
In my opinion
one of the best finished chronograph movements in the market. Wearing it on your wedding day means this watch should always be a part of you 
A more perfect watch I doubt there is...
It gets no better than this one. Nothing to change about it!
".... sometimes the memories attached to watches become more important than the watch itself"
Very well said and I couldn't agree more!
I see the 1815 chrono on your son's wrist eventually. God bless!
I see the 1815 chrono on your son's wrist eventually. God bless!
First photo is the best, and I will give you my reasoning!!!
We all know how exquisite Lange's movements are, they are the best in the business.
However, IMO, what often gets overlooked is the dial side, especially on the 1815 range. I believe it is because these pictures are hard to take, and unless you have held one in the flesh, you wouldn't understand the dial side of the 1815.
So what on the dial side am I referring to exactly?
1. The painted numerals. These are not painted numerals in the traditional sense, they are actually like a 3D painted block. They rise from the dial. They are a beautiful font and color, and the 3D effect means that light can shine nicely on it, showing the numerals off more.
2. The depth of the dial. Most photos don't really show this depth. There are actually 3 levels. The subdials, the main dial, and the beautiful angled outer ring of the dial.
All of which meant that when I held an 1815 for the first time in my hands, I was blown away by how simple, yet striking the dial works out. Just classy
It is a fantastic watch, and retains a serious look.
Thanks for sharing, Imran
Thank you Imran.
The first photo is also my favorite, in large part due to the reasons you mention.
Such a great, versatile piece.
Congrat's on your newborn son. The 1815 Chrono will be a wonderful heirloom for him.
Cheers,
John
Memories
The memories you have associated with this watch are invaluable indeed. Enjoy
Memories and experiences are definitely more valuable than material possessions.
Having said that, material goods also have their fun place