A. Lange & Söhne

Hi all,

Here's a quick first impression of my NOS Langematik date. As you already know, this is a discontinued model and probably one of the least popular amongst Langes, for various reasons. I have been wearing it for the past couple of days and this is what I think: at 37mm. it's considered small by todays standards but on my wrist it did not feel disproportionately undersized (6.5' wrist) and feels incredibly comfortable. I especially like the density and heft of platinum in a compact casing.Perversely, I'm really enjoying it because of its size.

Ok , it's also an automatic with IMO a beautifully finished mini rotor and movement to match which sits perfectly in the casing, with no frivilous real estate in between.I have nothing against autos and at times prefer it to manual wind; depending on the watch.So this didn't put me off it one bit and after two days it's also eerily accurate.

The big date at 12, I think suits this watch to the bone and gives it symmetry, a point of focus and instantly recognizable as pure Lange DNA.The dial overall is very stealth and I like the way light plays with its greyish tones. The seconds counter at six is well proportioned, with the blue hand livening up the watch.

If I had to nit pick, then, as others have mentioned, the sax-o-mat wording at four is tastefully questionable but luckily it's hardly noticeable and quite discreet when wearing the watch.Only upon magnification and in photos does this wording become obvious and noticeable.

So far it's been a pleasure to own and I have a feeling that this will be a keeper. Thanks for looking and here are some quick pics.( I really wish I could improve on my photographic skills ).

Cheers

fernando

P.S. The quick date pusher is so convenient to use.

 

This message has been edited by fernando on 2009-09-27 00:32:05

Though, I don't think your wrist is 6.5'  LOL You mean: 6.5" or 16.5 cm.

Cheers,

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Richard.

This message has been edited by =RWK= on 2009-09-27 01:14:23

Yes, wrist should be 6.5 inches.

cheers

fernando

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understated possibilities to wear a Lange with a big date. To me it is an underrated gem which offers a lot of pleasure to the owner and nothing "flashy" to the audience.

The Sax-O-Mat is nice to look at and very usefull for a "every day" watch. To be honest if I had to choose between a Lange with automatic or manual winding movement and if it would be my only Lange, I would not go for the automatic. On the other hand it is a great "daily business/suit beater" and a fine addition to any Lange collection. I am a huge fan of the word (itself): "Sax-O-Mat"

Have you ever seen the luminous indexes during the night. Subtly, but readable. Gorgeous.

Hello from one without date ...



and a black dial.



Fernando, thanks for sharing your impressions and by the way, it looks very nice on your wrist.

Oliver

for your comments and I totally agree with your assessment of this watch.It is indeed understated and would most times fly under the radar. Surprisingly, I have had two persons complimenting it, which is quite astonishing as it almost never happens to me.

Thanks for showing your black beauty and yes the lume is so subtil.

cheers

fernando

Which doesn't mean that it is not elegant!

When eeverybody speaks about the Lange 1, the Dato, or the Perpetual Calendar, there are other possibilities, other marvels, and among them, certainly this Langematik Date.

Cold?

Yes, but very nice and dressy, too.

A nice movement completes the interest of this watch.

Nicely chosen, Fernando.

It will make a super duo with your Cabaret platinum.

Enjoy!

Best,

Nicolas

anniversary Langematik Nicolas, with the awesome enamel dial! However, not everyone is as lucky,so I have to settle for this one.(at least it's got the same movement??)

Thanks for the nice words,my friend.

Best

fernando

You were lucky enough to get this Cabaret platinum before me...



The time I needed to solve the wire and shipping problems, you already bought it!



You will get the Anniversary, my friend.

One day, one will spot...

Best, Fernando.

Nicolas

you were going for it too! It was a good catch from a great seller as I found out. My apologies. The anniversary will not be easy but who knows? Maybe we can trade, LOL?

best

fernando

I would have been sick to see it going on other unknown hands...

In fact, it made me smile when I saw that you were the lucky B.... on this Cabaret.

As for a trade, hermmm, well... let me think about it...

Why not?

The 5102 versus this Anniversary?

))

Best, my friend.

Nicolas

I guess I'll have to keep it safe and well maintained. Next time I'm in Paris we'll have to meet up and have a couple of bottles of your lovely French wine and who knows what sort of trade we'll do.LOL.

Best

fernando

we have some nice wines in Germany as well ...

Oliver

No better place to celebrate and give a toast to Lange watches.

Thanks Oliver!

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I like the Langematik date -

A few years ago I passed on the opportunity to own one (WG, black dial) and seeing yours makes me think I made a mistake .......... :/

Enjoy it!

Regards
Dave

Yes, the black dial is stunning and yet so wearable and discreet. As Nicolas just stated there's more to Lange than just the iconic and popular models. Maybe it's not to late to hunt for one.

cheers

fernando

And a very good one at that!

Cheers

Stephen

the man with the awesome Langes!

cheers

fernando

Just a humble guy really, and i desire for more!

You have a great week ahead!

Cheers

Stephen

Congratulations to a fantastic watch!
Normally I would go for a manual winding watch as I love to wind it every morning, it gives me a little moment to interact with my little companion The Richard Lange is my dreamwatch.
But if I would add an automatic to a collection it would without doubt be the lange Sax - 0 - Mat movement.
It is my favorite automatic; microrotor, four ballbearings, return to zero function, superfinish etc!
And I must say that I don´t agree with you about the little "Sax - 0 - Mat" logo at four o clock!
It actually balances and enhances the whole appearence of the piece.
The "0" in the "Sax - 0 - Mat" is perfectly centered and in a pefect line across the whole dial towards the date pusher at eleven o clock
I belive that the logo at four o clock was not some afterthought by Lange, on the contrary a very cool, quirky detail that completes the watch.
And therefore your piece is actually more desirable than the new Saxonia that replaces it!

In my humble opinon, of course!

Saludos

/Rob.

...date pusher at ten o clock of course!

Best,

/Rob.

before I read your post I had a look at the picture and I did notice the pusher and the sax-o-mat wording was diagonally opposite each other and it didn't seem so out of place after all.So, thank you for bringing this to our attention.

cheers

fernando

Congrats Fernando! I have the RG Langematik Big Date and I love it to bits!

The platinum is that much more precious looking than the RG version!! Congrats on making a great catch! I agree the Langematik dial looks better than the newer Saxonia dial (even though most people probably like the new dial more)... never mind, each to their own taste but you will definitely enjoy wearing the watch that house such a great automatic movement from Lange!!!

Wear it in the best of health!

I'm sure I'll enjoy this Langematik as you do yours.It's good to share similiar taste.

Thank you

fernando

Your photography skills are just fine

Best

Sam

 

You're too kind. I'm sure your friend can do so much better!

cheers

fernando