LANGE 1 DAYMATIC HONEYGOLD
The self-winding Lange classic in honey gold
The LANGE 1 DAYMATIC is the self-winding counterpart of the most renowned A. Lange & Söhne watch – it mirrors the distinctive design of the classic LANGE 1. For the first time, it is presented with a case in 750 honey gold (HONEYGOLD®). The warm lustre of the gold alloy, exclusive to the manufacture, elegantly complements the brown dial made of 925 silver and endows the 250-piece limited edition with a particularly refined personality.
Familiar face – mirrored design
Introduced
in 2010, the LANGE 1 DAYMATIC is unmistakeably a LANGE 1, yet offers a
new perspective on the style-defining design that was awarded multiple
prizes. The off-centre dial configuration of the manually wound LANGE 1
graces the LANGE 1 DAYMATIC as well, but the dial is a mirror image of
the original: the hour and minute display is positioned on the
right-hand side of the dial, the subsidiary seconds dial and the outsize
date on the left.
Contrary to the classic LANGE 1,
the LANGE 1 DAYMATIC is not equipped with a power-reserve indicator, but
with a retrograde day-of-week display on the left periphery of the
dial. This calendar function complements the characteristic outsize date
and simultaneously underscores the individuality of the timepiece
within the watch family.
The
case of the LANGE 1 DAYMATIC HONEYGOLD exhibits balanced proportions
and harmonious lines. With a diameter of 39.5 millimetres and a height
of 10.4 millimetres, it assures a snug fit on the wrist and can be
slipped under a shirt cuff. Subtly reworked, the lugs and bezel give the
watch its particular air of lightness.
The fusion
of a honey-gold case with a brown dial in 925 silver account for the
unique and elegant appearance of the timepiece. Its radiant lustre is
reflected in the hands, appliques and frame of the outsize date.
Moreover, the dial offers a variety of expressive details, such as, for
instance, the slightly recessed hour and minute circle that intensifies
the three-dimensional effect of the dial. The outsize date is depicted
in white numerals against a brown background ‒ a perfect match for the
dial colour.
The LANGE 1 DAYMATIC HONEYGOLD is worn
on a taupe-coloured, hand-stitched alligator leather strap secured with a
buckle in solid honey gold.
The balanced design and artisanal finish of the LANGE 1 DAYMATIC HONEYGOLD extend into the interior of the watch where its heart, the lavishly finished self-winding manufacture calibre L021.1, beats reliably. Its individual architecture is inspired by tradition and assures superb precision with a view to adjustment and assembly. This includes, for instance, the four separately screwed plates that visually constitute a classic three-quarter plate in the fully assembled movement.
The colourful composition of warm-hued gold, cool-toned platinum and cornflower-blue screws makes the rotor an eye-catching focal point of technical elegance. The four slender spokes cushion the heavy rotor in the case of shocks and protect the movement against high strain. When fully wound, a power reserve of 50 hours becomes available.
Further
typical Lange quality hallmarks of the dedicated movement include an
indexless oscillation system featuring a large balance wheel with
eccentric poising weights, and a balance spring developed and crafted
in-house that beats at a frequency of 21,600 semi-oscillations per hour.
As is the case with all Lange calibres, the 426-part L021.1 movement is
assembled twice and endowed with many traditional elements. The
elaborate finissage of all components complies with the manufacture’s
strictest standards regarding artisanal perfection. Traditional features
such as the hand-engraved balance cock, Glashütte ribbing and screwed
gold chatons provide fascinating highlights that can be admired through
the sapphire-crystal caseback.
“With its distinctive
design, sophisticated manufacture movement and artisanal finissage, the
LANGE 1 DAYMATIC HONEYGOLD presents itself as a timepiece with a strong
personality for aficionados of self-winding watches,” reflects Anthony
de Haas, Director of Product Development. “Its exclusive case material
and the rare colour combination make it into an elegant classic with a
high recognition value.”
Well, not for me. A Lange should have a three quarter rotor, not a classic one. All the teaser from he last days for that???
I think it’s fantastic.
We've crossed the 2000 threshold!
| REF. | MODEL | # |
| 101.050 | Lange 1 | 20 |
| 116.050 | Lange 1 Timezone | 100 |
| 142.055 | Zeitwerk HG Lumen | 200 |
| 143.050 | Zeitwerk Decimal Strike | 100 |
| 211.052 | Saxonia Thin | 200 |
| 212.050 | 1815 Moonphase "F.A. Lange Homage 165th Anniversary" | 265 |
| 236.050 | 1815 "F.A. Lange 200th Birthday Anniversary" | 200 |
| 239.050 | 1815 Thin "F.A. Lange Homage 175th Anniversary" | 175 |
| 320.050 | Lange 1 Daymatic | 250 |
| 363.150 | Odysseus Datomatic | 100 |
| 425.050 | 1815 Rattrapante "F.A. Lange Homage 175th Anniversary" | 100 |
| 712.050 | Tourbograph "Pour le Mérite" "F.A. Lange Homage 165th Anniversary" | 50 |
| 722.050 | Lange 1 Tourbillon "F.A. Lange Homage 165th Anniversary" | 150 |
| 761.050 | Richard Lange Tourbillion "Pour le Mérite" "Handwerkskunst" | 15 |
| 147.050F | Zeitwerk Minute Repeater | 30 |
| 310.050E | Langematik Perpetual | 100 |
| 706.050FE | Tourbograph Perpetual PLM "F.A. Lange Homage 175th Anniversary" | 50 |
| 740.055FE | Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon HG "Lumen" | 50 |
Thank you - year
with much gratitude
I think this honey gold with brown dial is gorgeous
I’d also prefer manual L1, while the color scheme looks very nice on promo pictures, at least.
Thanks for posting. Several correct guesses here.
I noticed it is an earlier movement number (vs. the case number) in this prototype example. As I did with the recent, thinner Grand Lange 1, I wonder if there may some L021.1 movements in storage needing to be cleared through.
Always loved the Daymatic...