Whether you own a luxury watch or not, you have probably wondered at least once, "Which model is popular?" While everyone has their own motivations, such as "I want a popular classic model!" or "I want a model that no one else has!" , it is difficult to know which models are actually popular unless you get real-time information.
So this time, we will be revealing the top 5 A. Lange & Söhne models handled by Commit Ginza (hereinafter referred to as our store) in the first half of 2024! Please enjoy reading the list while imagining the rankings together with us.
5th Place
"Datograph" "Ref. 403.035 "
Coming in fifth place is the Datograph Ref. 403.035 , a chronograph model released in 1999 .
The combination of a platinum case and a bold black dial gives this watch a heavy feel, and its greatest feature is the chronograph movement "Cal. L951.1". Its beautiful form, which can be seen through the skeleton back, is said to be "the most beautiful of all mechanical watches," and is sure to leave you entranced. It also features a patented "precision jumping minute counter," which provides extremely high accuracy when measuring the chronograph, making it extremely functional. This is a supreme watch packed with stunning design and technology.
(*Precision jumping minute counter: A mechanism in which the scale of the counter moves at exactly 60 seconds. With a normal chronograph, the scale starts to move "around" 60 seconds, so when the counter is stopped exactly at 60 seconds, it can be misread as to whether the counter is advancing or not.)
4th place
"A. Lange 1 Moon Phase" "Ref. 192.029 "
In fourth place is the Lange 1 Moon Phase ( Ref. 192.029 ), which was added to the A. Lange & Söhne collection in 2002.
This watch, with its elegant combination of 18KWG (white gold) case and black dial, is equipped with the newly developed "Cal.L121.3", which displays the background of the moon phase on the in-dial as a blue sky during the day and a dark blue starry sky at night. Not only that, but it also reproduces the phases of the moon almost faithfully, boasting an astonishingly high level of precision, with an error of just one day between the moon phase display and the actual movement of the moon in 122.6 years. Why not try out this watch, which shines with A. Lange & Söhne's technical capabilities and beautiful design?
3rd Place
"Odysseus" "Ref.363.068 "
In third place is the Ref. 363.068, released in 2020 from the Odysseus series, the brand's first luxury sports model.
This model has a symmetrical dial layout, a calm gray dial, an 18KWG (white gold) case and a rubber strap, giving it an elegant and sporty look. It is equipped with the automatic movement "Cal. L155.1" developed for the Odysseus, and its beauty can be enjoyed through the see-through back. It is not widely available and the price is stable, so it is not only stylish and functional, but also a great investment. This is a watch that we would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a different kind of beauty from the Lange 1 and a sporty look.
2nd Place
"A. Lange 1" "Ref. 191.039 "
In second place is the Ref. 191.039, which was renewed in 2015, about 20 years after the release of the Lange 1, A. Lange & Söhne's iconic watch.
While the design is almost the same as the previous Lange 1, the movement is equipped with the Cal. L121.1, which uses a lot of new parts produced in-house, and the accuracy has been greatly improved. Furthermore, the "outsize date", which is a characteristic of the brand, has also been improved, changing from the previous slow date change to an instant date change. Packed with the latest technology and beautifully arranged in the golden ratio, this is an attractive watch that can be called a work of art.
1st Place
"A. Lange 1" "Ref. 191.032 "
Taking the honorable first place is the Ref. 191.032, which is made from a different material than the Lange 1 Ref. 191.039, which came in third.
The basic specifications are the same as those of the "Ref. 191.039", but it also features the new movement "Cal. L121.1" and an updated outsized date that allows the date display to be switched instantly. Not only is the asymmetrical dial layout formed in the golden ratio visually beautiful, but the combination of the 18KPG (pink gold) case and silver dial gives a bold yet elegant impression. If you are looking for a model that expresses dignity and style, this is a watch you should definitely try.
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What did you think.
Many of A. Lange & Söhne's iconic models, the Lange 1, were ranked, but the highly designed Datograph and the new collection Odysseus were equally popular. All of the brand's models are extremely beautiful and full of adult elegance, so we hope you will see and experience their charm for yourself.
We hope this article will be helpful for your buying and selling. Please look forward to the next article and the ranking of the number of items handled!