A. Lange & Söhne

Hi guys, I am seeking your opinions on servicing a Lange timepiece. I have a 1815 (40mm, rose gold) with me since 2011 (bought brand new). This year will be its 7th year with me. Winding is still silky smooth as before. I wear it 12hours daily (1.5 weeks ... 

standard is +- 6s per day. If I were you, I wouldn't bother to service it until it's exceeding the COSC standard. I'd simply replace the worn out strap. Cheers, Henry

I’ll never send another watch in for service unless it is completely broken! If it’s time for service I rather sell and buy a new watch than risk it again!! So no don’t service it!!!

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In my opinion, if you want to make an unsolicited donation to ALS, then just send the money but keep enjoying that beauty on your wrist! Best wishes.

So I would do it before it starts acting up and cause unnecessary wear to the parts. However, given the excellent performance of your watch I would give it another few years. Maybe send it in at the 10 year anniversary.

If you have not already, invest in a timer. For the cost of a small percentage* of a Lange service you will find something useful. You will then be able to see how the balance wheel period is doing (a function of friction in the spring barrel and going tr... 

Until you have to — that’s my vote. Cazalea

You don’t need to send it for a full service as your Lange obviously works perfectly. Keep it at is. When brands tell you that a watch needs to be service every 5 years, it’s a lie. A watch must be serviced when it doesn’t work anymore or almost. The more... 

For all your advices.. I will wait till the watch show signs of wearing before sending it to ALS.. Have a great day ahead!

Everyday for about 1.5 weeks in each month, as I rotate my 4 watches (a Zeitwerk included )..