A. Lange & Söhne

a month ago i have bought my odysseus wg and i really like it, in particular i do appreciate the craftsmanship, it feels like a very high quality watch. so after this i thought i should get another a lange and what came to my mind was zeitwerk or datograp...  

..interesting, i had already discarded of the date version. and the datograph?

Better choice. But also a black dial Lange 1. I seem to recall that there is a 39mm. They make a wonderful world traveler but it’s 41mm ...  

To have mannequin wrists is honest information. What is remarkable about the Zeitwerk is its big case. All horology must put into the case, so it became big. Small wrists not made for towers, and i do not understand ALS. Why other watch brands have sleek ... 

I see your dilemma...the ZW Date is awesome but quite large. I also wish they had a RG version. I had the opportunity to try the RG ZW and loved it...such a unique and beautiful watch. The RG and black dial combo works very well together. Since you alread... 

NYC Boutique ...  

i bought the WG odysseus from a grey dealer. late 2023 model, full set, still stickered and 15% under retail. unclear why a. lange makes such a fuss about the allocations....

Although the implementation of the date is clever, breaking the line of the central piece of Zeitwerk is a no. If you like how the watch sits on your wrist I would not look too much at the photos.

When asking for others’ opinions you are not sure their taste profile. It’s the same thing with art, restaurants, music etc Have confidence in your self not what others think. That said I have been tempted by the Zeitwerk but have not pulled the trigger. ... 

imho it'd be their chimer. But considering the games ALS / Richemont has been playing with clients, at this time i can't recommend supporting ALS.

I think it is valuable to get opinion if on the fence. It doesn't mean he's trying to buy what the crowd favorite is or the hype pieces. Just between these two which look better. I did that recently when buying glasses, I was on the fence and asked my wif... 

sought the opinion of friends who I know and share the same esthetic. I know we all do it but I caution generalizing to the public who are unknown to you. Btw shopping for glasses is a totally different experience. I won’t buy a new pair without my wife’s... 

First thing that came to mind 🤣 my point is that asking for an opinion is not unreasonable. But maybe I'm unreasonable.. who knows🤷‍♂️

Glasses seem like a stretched analogy. Unless you make it a point of keeping your sleeves rolled up so everyone can see your watch (or god forbid are a double-wrister)

Love the Zeitwerk, don’t have the wrists for it though.

But I think it’s too big for my 6.5 inch wrist. For me, black and rose is such a nice combo. And in either metal, this watch stands out so it’s not a matter of “quiet luxury.” I love the datograph also but this watch is so unique. It would be my preferenc... 

It is of course not a standard watch, more acquired taste, but in a good way in my opinion. The reason I do not own a Zeitwerk is, because it‘s too top heavy for my taste. The watch is just too heavy and doesn‘t feel good on my wrist. I do also own a 5170... 

Platinum can get downright painful to wear but I’d imagine the gold versions are much lighter.

For me, the platinum one is unbearably top heavy. The rose gold is a lot less top heavy, but still a lot more than any other watch I have ever owned.

For me, unless you buy a Lange 1 those two are the pieces to own. I have a 6.25 inch wrist and I wore the Up/Down as a daily pretty much for several years. Try as I may, and believe me I tried a lot, I could never convince myself that the ZW (prior genera... 

I would certainly go for the most iconic, high end piece. The Zeitwerk is so unique that has no competition in any collection. The Datorgraph is nice but...not as unique in my opinion. Not as WOW.

your very thoughtful comments are highly appreciated. i'll report back on how i decide.

I’d go for the Zeitwerk. I do love the first gen Dato, but the Zeitwerk commands so much respect and attention. When I wear it to other brand’s boutiques they spend more time asking me about it than telling me about their watch! PP was the last one that d...