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You make a valid point...

 

The 1815 Rattrapante PC is one of the purest and most balanced dials I have ever seen, it is one of the reasons I originally fell in love with it. Coupled with an astonishing and theatrical mechanism, it comes very close to being a perfect timepiece. What is not obvious until I lived with it for a while was the way it sits on the wrist, due to a very secure and balanced clasp, it strangely wears unnoticed on the wrist despite its relatively hefty proportions.

The Turbograph is very similar, but I agree the half numbers are a little lazy. The biggest surprise for me regarding the Turbograph Perpetual was the view from the back, although stunning in true ALS fashion, it is inferior to the 1815 Rattrapante and lacks drama. The smaller aperture is disappointing, I really wanted to see more of the movement. Essentially these are the same watch, but the Turbograph has an additional tourbillion and fusee & chain. The fusee & chain is not visible, but the tourbillion is a beautiful addition.

I know production numbers of the 1815 Rattrapante have been limited, maybe not to 50, but not much more. It was discontinued this year, which should help to support prices going forward after only 4 years of production in limited number.

Logically I'm not sure that paying 3 times the price is worth it for an extra tourbillion and fusee & chain. Practically I didn't struggle to wear the heftier Turbograph, but in some way the 1815 Rattrapante feels better on the wrist. This series is also extra special in rose gold 😍

In conclusion, it is not an easy nor obvious decision...


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I'm thinking of cheating on my lover with a Turbograph Perpetual (Pic Heavy)

 
By: Langeholic : October 14th, 2017-15:50
Dear Purists, I really need your help!! I have lusted over the 1815 Rattrapante PC ever since I laid eyes on her, we had a whirlwind romance that l thought would never end..... Lately, I was introduced to the Turbograph Perpetual, I can't stop thinking ab...  

Thank you for your insight Raymond 😉

 
By: Langeholic : October 14th, 2017-16:16
That is one of my main concerns, I question whether at nearly €500,000, this will hold its value...

Honestly...

 
By: Dan003 : October 14th, 2017-18:19
From a small-time owner of Lange pieces, I would offer the opinion of not selling the rosegold 1815 RC... for a few simple reasons: (a) it is much elegant (in my opinion) than the turbo graph; (b) it is lighter than, and therefore more wearable, the turbo... 

You are not wrong Dan

 
By: Langeholic : October 15th, 2017-00:53
Upon reflection (see points below), I am beginning to reconsider. The Turbograph is spectacular, but doesn't wear as comfortably nor as elegantly as the 1815 Rattrapante. Another concern is production numbers, considering 50 pieces are being made, it is n... 

The 1815 is a much more

 
By: yming : October 14th, 2017-19:22
attractive watch imho.. the turbograph is an impressive cocktail of complications but aesthetically it falls short.. the 9 and 3 o'clock subdials were shifted just marginally above the 9-3 axis.. when u compare with the original tourbograph, the 10 and 2 ... 

You make a valid point...

 
By: Langeholic : October 15th, 2017-00:32
The 1815 Rattrapante PC is one of the purest and most balanced dials I have ever seen, it is one of the reasons I originally fell in love with it. Coupled with an astonishing and theatrical mechanism, it comes very close to being a perfect timepiece. What... 

A good problem...

 
By: Huei : October 14th, 2017-20:00
The 1815 Rattrapante PC Tourbillon is an true icon but personally, I will keep the RG 1815 Rattrapante PC and acquire either a platinum Tourbograph or a 1815 PLM Tourbillon to complement your RG 1815. In that way, you will get all the complications in the... 

The opinion of a fellow addict.

 
By: als1678 : October 14th, 2017-21:53
Don't do it. You have an incredible timepiece and a classical grand complication that is not lacking in any aspect. There is no ultimate watch. And more complicated doesn't mean more enjoyment in the long term.

You already know the answer in my opinion

 
By: Alkiro1 : October 14th, 2017-23:34
As you wrote, you can’t stop thinking about the Turbograph Perpetual. If you’re crazy about this timepiece and you need to sell your 1815 to finance it, well let’s go! We only live once 😉 Best wishes Alkiro

Buy what you like

 
By: COUNT DE MONET : October 15th, 2017-02:08
You are luckily in that position, where a lot people would love to be also. Don't care about resale value and such things: The watch is near perfect, the deal has not to be. Both are different enough to keep the RG version, too. Best Moritz

Sensible advice Ian

 
By: Langeholic : October 15th, 2017-09:22
two, three or four grails for the price of one is a tempting proposition!

Hypothetical vs Real

 
By: colton_d : October 16th, 2017-08:47
In my eyes, the Tourbograph perpetual is a 'We did it because we COULD' type of watch, while the 1815 RPC is a watch that can be feasibly worn daily and enjoyed as such. I have had the RG 1815 RPC on my wrist before, and absolutely loved it. I would keep ...