Double Split

For reference, my wrist is 7.08” (18cm). For me, it was quite similar to the Double Split and Lange 31 when I tried them on: mechanically captivating and gratifyingly heavy - but just too big to wear proportionately and safely (ie. without clanging it int

A chronograph movement, which is clearly pure madness. Even more than the Datograph which put the bar very high. Best, Nicolas

the original Dato is an icon and aspirational as you say but it just isn't for everyone. For me (simple person that I am) it ended up just feeling a tad too small especially after I bought the Double Split. The Datograph Perpetual hits the sweet spot for

In fact, in the early 2000's, it posed quite a design challenge for Lange. The long seconds hand kept fluttering - and this was something Lange could simply not accept. Accordingly, after trying several mitigating options but not being happy with the resu

1) PP are very wearable and this aspect is often looked upon when compared to others. People mentioned ALS, so I'll use it as an example. We all praise Lange double split and triple split for the insane innovations and craft. But these watches are 15 mm t

…as my favorite FP Journe Sales Rep stated, when i visited.

As it is a cousin of the 1185 caliber, with lots of history around it. 1186 takes it up another notch. Automatic double split chronograph…

I still need to decide if i go for the Blancpain Split Seconds Chrono in Platinum. Watch was part of the six masterpiece collection and features the caliber 1186, which was back than one of the first automatic split chronograph movements. The watch i am l

I had missed it. Indeed you had already noted what I was wondering, with the very clear diagrams you shared. Lug position seems a bit strange to me, but I suspect the potential trade off in wearability is the view of that amazing movement. Also from readi

The mighty Double Split is definitely near the top of my wish list. Was looking at some on-line photos and had a question for the more knowledgeable folks here. Seems like the lugs actually arent flat or even with the back of the watch. The display back a