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The "Lumen" arrived!
Well...it has been a wait of almost 8 months. Two days ago, I was golfing at Mission Hills when I suddenly received a call from Patrick, the Boutique Manager, breaking me the good news. Naturally, the distraction caused me a double bogey on that very hole, which did nothing to bother me at all 
Here it is (as many moderators pointed out, the Lumen is a very difficult piece to shoot, especially with my pathetic photography skills):
Apart from the regular box and packaging, it also comes with a more slender container - easy to carry when I am traveling. How thoughtful...
A closer look at the dial. The watch is part of the 2013 debut collection, and is built on the iconic Grand Lange 1. It is housed in a platinum case, 40.9 mm in diameter. Only 200 pieces were made, sold exclusively at Lange's 11 boutiques around the world.
The semi-transparent dial (a la Zeitwerk Phantum) gives the watch a contemporary look. The special coating on the bial blocks most of the light but still enables the manually applied perlage visible to the owner. In fact, the cross-shaped tens digit in white is designed to glow through the sapphire units disc.
Like most Lange watches, the watch is distinguished by an out-sized date. The hours, minute, seconds and chapter ring are all made of blackened silver, and the absence of the second barel makes the case thinner.
The manually wound movement (L095.2), containing 400 parts, is the same as those in use with other Grand Lange 1s. It has a power reserve of 72 hours.
Some mandatory wrist shots:
Notice how the light and angle changes the color of the dial...
Sitting side by side with other ALS brothers:
Once again, I must apologize for the poor quality photos but I hope you like this attractive, cool and funky watch, just like I do.
Sam
This message has been edited by samwan on 2013-10-16 19:11:10 This message has been edited by samwan on 2013-10-16 19:13:56 This message has been edited by samwan on 2013-10-16 19:16:53
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The "Lumen" arrived!
Well...it has been a wait of almost 8 months. Two days ago, I was golfing at Mission Hills when I suddenly received a call from Patrick, the Boutique Manager, breaking me the good news. Naturally, the distraction caused me a double bogey on that very hole...
LOVE the Wempe LE -- every time I see a pic of that watch...
... it warms my heart. Lange hit a home run with that watch!
+1 on the Wempe. A watch which tempted me more than once.
But which I didn't take because it shares the same movementr than the Anniversary. When it comes to Lange, I have a rule: One Watch, one movement. And I prefer the Anniversary. But what a delicious Watch! Best, Nicolas.
Congratulations !
Hi, Enjoy it in best of health and do send some daily wrist shots as i agree its not an easy piece to shoot. I'll be getting mine in 3 weeks as advised by the Lange boutique in Dubai. However i just wonder where can we wear this piece? I have a luminous z...
IMO, the Lumen is much more wearable than the Zeitwerk
The Zeitwerk is a big watch and if you wear a shirt and suit, it gets in the way. The Lumen, on the other hand, is just like any Grand Lange 1. Both the size and weight are perfect. The best part about it is its sublety - it is not like a big chunk of met...
beautiful
Sam, This is a stunning addition to your fantastic collection. I saw it in the metal at watches and wonders... superb. Hope you enjoy it very much. Best, OpC
Congrats!
So nice to see them trickle out now. You are one of the lucky 200! Amazing watch.
An Ufo among Lange's collection
Hey Sam, congratulations for acquiring this very original Lange. I imagine it's the kind of material that has to be seen in the flesh to be fully enjoyed. Great catch ;) Cheers, Mark
What a marvel
Very unique and seems to have many personalities depending on the angle. This is a piece I do hope to see in the metal someday. Until then, your pictures will serve to act as a beautiful medium. Congratulations on this acquisition Sam, and may it bring yo...
Congrats to this Lange! First owner on the internet.
Indeed: cool and funky. I would think this is one of the "youngest" looking Langes but at the same time also very noble looking one. Many thanks for the pictures. Enjoy Moritz
Thank you everybody for the congratulatory note
and the encouraging words. This is a piece I fell in love with at first sight. I promised to take some nicer pictures and post them in this forum in due course. Best Sam
Congrats Sam!
This watch is superb and I love the way its dial changes with the lights conditions! You will enjoy it a lot! Fx
Very special Lange you have!
Congrats Sam! Thanks for sharing those lovely pictures of your new Lumen and other Langes. Enjoy the Lumen. It is a watch coverted by many! Cheers Robin
Congrats Sam!
That is one beautiful piece! Hope to be able to see one in metal one day Best, Sam