My first hunt...and a celestial one 😊

Sep 20, 2018,14:55 PM
 

Never have I thought about this...as many who read or seen my posts are all about modern watches and new ones.


I also do not have any Platinum watches in my collection, for whatever reason most of the priority and waiting in line pieces are stainless steel or gold.

This is because I try to save a Pt piece for a grail, or something complicated but the chance came and this time I think I should act.

So here it is, and you’re familiar with all the reviews by our friendly Mod Nico and Foversta how romantic this piece and how great the watch is.

This is a practically new condition watch and it just erases all my previous concerns about getting a previously owned watch because I take good care of my watches and maintain all like new and excellent conditions.

Well there are like mind collectors out there and I’m glad this first previously enjoyed piece (since I wasn’t really ready as a collector back in 1999/2000) and probably can not afford it back then so only way to own one is through hunting.

The size is a little on the small side 35.9mm by today standards but as reviews mentioned, any bigger may be unnecessary. The longer lugs made up for it so I’m fine with it.

Here it is, my first hunt and a Pt one.....cannot be happier.

Rgds
Raymond 

















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Do I get to see yours soon 😊?

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-15:01
Thank you Nico. I read almost all your reviews on this one before taking the plunge. No pressure please, if you’re busy. Rgds Raymond

No, no, you will see it! [nt]

 
 By: amanico : September 20th, 2018-15:03

That will be a highlight of my trip, my friend đŸ™đŸ»

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-15:04
You have my info, so looking forward to it. Thank you for the wonderful posts of this one.

Too kind! [nt]

 
 By: amanico : September 20th, 2018-15:11

Beautiful watch - and congratulations on making the move to pre-owned; is there a celebratory dinner plan?

 
 By: cazalea : September 20th, 2018-15:05
Best of luck wearing it - not doubt it will look very classy regardless of how you are dressed! Mike

Thanks Mike! That’s the way to do it for lost opportunities...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-15:13
I’m going on a vacation again, 5th this year so I guess it’s a celebration 🎉? Saving room for some nice restaurants abroad 😜 Rgds Raymond

Congrats Raymond!

 
 By: jporos : September 20th, 2018-15:36
A major catch and probably a very difficult hunt to find one in such a good condition. A most beautiful moon phase watch.

Thank you Jporos...I’m amazed because I did not see the watch live prior to buying...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-15:53
Cannot get any better than this. ...  

Looks like....

 
 By: InHavenPro : September 20th, 2018-15:55
just the right size for your wrist. Sincere congrats, beautiful watch. Cheers, Filip

I think my wrist can pull off 36-44mm watches 😬

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-16:02
Thank you for the well wishes Filip. Rgds Raymond

Fantastic catch, Raymond, I adore this moonphase

 
 By: ninolitaliano : September 20th, 2018-16:37
If you make an Emil GTG with Nico, tell me please. Enjoy.

Hi ninoIitaliano, Thank you...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-16:46
I just send you a PM, will be great to have a GTG in Paris.

Ah, you have an Emil too, and the Anniversary!

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-18:42
Definitely a rare sight for all 3 GTG...looking forward.

What a stunning beauty [nt]

 
 By: Gelato Monster : September 20th, 2018-17:35
Congratulations Raymond S The dial is so deep and captivating

It is quite deep :)

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-18:30
Now I can understand why many love black dial Langes. Thank you.

It's a very romantic Lange

 
 By: henryrover : September 20th, 2018-18:05
I think it's a good size on your wrist. Wear it in good health

I would prefer a little bigger, may 1 more mm, but got to learn to love it. Just like our children, lol....have to love them no matter how.

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-18:35
Thank you henryover, I think it's easy to like the watch quickly.

Fantastic!

 
 By: BMR : September 20th, 2018-18:50
Mine will have to wait a while. I’ve been active the past 2 years, and I need to reload 😉

wow - fantastic hunting, Raymond !

 
 By: Seeks : September 20th, 2018-20:38
well done and many congrats! Enjoy in good health and gazing at the Lange ⭐ stars best regards

It's a whole different game and my geographic location is not helping...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-20:52
I wasn't able to see it before any decision but it paid off taking the leap of faith. There aren't many good watch stores in my region. With this Emil Lange Homage and the Walter Lange Homage coming later, now maybe I should be hunting the HG FA Homage P ... 

CONGRATS! You're taking me back many years...

 
 By: CR : September 21st, 2018-06:27
... to the time when I too had to make this same decision on a leap of faith, never having seen this watch in person. In my case, the rose gold model was first (but not last). If anyone were to say this was the most beautiful watch Lange made, I wouldn't ... 

Hi CR, I saw you have the set in those searches I did in this website....

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-08:54
That is awesome pair you got with the nice #....I asked for the same # for the Walter Lange Homage but it was assigned to another collector. The # is my BD and I was born on the same date as FA Lange, Feb 18 I'm enjoying it a lot. Thank you for the posts ... 

Super catch!!! Huge congrats!

 
 By: mj23 : September 20th, 2018-21:02
This is very high on my list as well. Very envious! One of the most poetic Lange!!!

Thanks my friend....now I feel much more noble :)

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-21:19
I hesitated for quite a while but now I feel I should have it much earlier. It's really poetic and hope you find one soon.

Yes. 1000% fulfilling ć‘œć€Șć„œ. No question!

 
 By: mj23 : September 20th, 2018-21:21
Did you get it from Boston area?

Haha, I lose 😬

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-21:49
Yes, these guys are good and I’m impressed...definitely will be looking more closely at their goodies.

hehehe...then it's the exact same one that I've been monitoring for the past many weeks as well...

 
 By: mj23 : September 20th, 2018-22:01
I asked because the timing is just too coincidental as that one was just purchased.. Yes, they have a lot of goodies!

They are the most local, other 3-4 pieces are all overseas so not an option.

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-22:23
One of the pieces belongs to a member here. I think I got a pretty good deal 😁. Have you deal with them before?

Been looking at their stuff for a while and heard good things about them. Have not dealt with them though.

 
 By: mj23 : September 20th, 2018-22:26
Yes, your deal is very good(even though I don’t know your final deal) considering its starting price posted several months ago.

They had a lovely cruise in Boston last night celebrating their store's 25th anniversary...

 
 By: CR : September 21st, 2018-06:25
In addition to being a great dealer, they really know how to throw a party!

They also told me they are observing...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-08:50
Yom Kippur on Wed so maybe that's part of it. I have high confidence now dealing with them, so it will open up a flood gate, lol....oh no, my wallet

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 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-09:18
But I need to worry my boss stern look 👀. You’re too good, my friend...I wait for your next incoming đŸ€“

Congratulations on an excellent acquisition near a full moon!

 
 By: Cardio : September 20th, 2018-21:47
This is one of the most unique Lange and IMO quite the right size. I am wearing a moon phase in Pt today too (also from the same period of production). Enjoy in good health! ...  

Congratulations to yours too...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 20th, 2018-21:55
Looks like you take very good care of your watch too. Thank you for the compliments and confidence on the size.

Gorgeous [nt]

 
 By: Gelato Monster : September 21st, 2018-02:17

It looks very thin

 
 By: Watch_kha_wen : September 20th, 2018-23:44
Wat size is it? Suits you very well my friend. Kev

8, 4 mm high. [nt]

 
 By: amanico : September 20th, 2018-23:57

See? Nico has all the answers to this one 😁

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-04:39
I query all about the watch and went back 9Y in the site, typing key words like “1815 Emil”, “Emil Lange” etc. No other blogs has reviews on this Emil. Thank you Kev for the wishes as Nico for the info.

Outstanding catch.

 
 By: M4 : September 21st, 2018-05:25
I love that piece from Lange. It looks perfect on your wrist. Congratulations. M4

Very happy for you that you decided it was a "go".

 
 By: TheMadDruid : September 21st, 2018-06:50
It is such a beautiful watch. Congratulations, Raymond.

Hey...Druid? Thanks my friend...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-08:51
your posts about the Emil certainly helps in burning a hole, haha. Rgds Raymond

What a sublime piece!

 
 By: Rhyzen : September 21st, 2018-07:57
Absolutely swoon-worthy classic from Lange, congratulations on the wonderful acquisition!

Thank you for the compliments and such an appropriate description as swoon-worthy :)

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-08:55
Makes me feel so lucky now. Rgds Raymond

Congrats!

 
 By: patrick_y : September 21st, 2018-11:04
A difficult find!

Thank you Patrick...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 21st, 2018-11:46
Actually still 3-5 searchable 😊

Congratulations Raymond!

 
 By: Joepny : September 22nd, 2018-08:07
Looks very good on you. And you’ll have fun with new straps.

Thanks Joe, a little wary with my shaky hands 😊

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 22nd, 2018-10:14
Previous owner kept this in mint condition, not even fine swirls. The boutique has these new straps with Pt stitching, I’ll explore it.

Congratulations on bagging this spectacular piece, Raymond!

 
 By: KMII : September 22nd, 2018-23:23
Looking superb and as you say, size is most certainly not an issue

Thank you my friend, I feel great owning what is widely recognized as top 5 Lange watches of all time so far.

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 23rd, 2018-04:56
I’m getting along well with the size now.

It is simply gorgeous!

 
 By: riverside / Henry : September 24th, 2018-06:29
Enjoy it well, Raymond. I'm green with envy. Regards, Henry

Thank you Henry đŸ™đŸ». I feel so happy after this news...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 24th, 2018-11:10
my boutique research the piece and found no registered owner so this is a brand new piece, NOS 😊 Rgds Raymond

What a fantastic incoming, Raymond!

 
 By: AlexSunrise : September 30th, 2018-20:04
Simply stunning! Huge congratulations! All the best, Alex

It is an exciting hunt and my boutique just told me this piece has no registered owner...

 
 By: Clueless_Collector : September 30th, 2018-22:35
so it’s technically NOS 😬 Thanks Alex. Rgds Raymond