A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 on a Small Wrist
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A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 on a Small Wrist

By Musigny82 · Mar 19, 2017 · 65 replies
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Musigny82 grapples with a common collector's dilemma: balancing personal aesthetic preference with perceived wrist fit. His query about whether the A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1, with its distinctive design and thickness, might overpower his less than 6-inch wrist sparks a lively debate on watch size, personal style, and the subjective nature of what 'fits.' This discussion offers valuable insights for anyone considering a significant watch purchase for a smaller wrist.

Dear all, 

I am planning to acquire my first ALS.  As you might remember that I was struggling between Lange 1 (pre-owned) and Saxonia Thin 37mm.  And I AM STILL STRUGGLING! 

I like both watch very much in different way.  One is unique with strong wrist presence, another one is soft, low-key and timelessly elegant. 

Recently I tried both watch on my super tiny wrist (less than 6").  I have taken few photos, would you think the Lange 1 will be a bit too big and too "heavy" (due to the thickness) on me?  

My current collection includes a PP 5110R, PP 5035G, Arnold & Son HM Perpetual Moon in steel and an IWC Portuguese.  Since my taste evolved I actually find the last two a tad big to me now... 

Thanks a lot for your input.  Any advise will be mostly welcomed! 

Cheers. 

Nigel 










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thekonger
Mar 19, 2017

for you, the sax looks perfect, no bigger. Good luck!

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jim vancouver
Mar 19, 2017

Both the Lange 1 (38mm) and Thin (37mm) look large. There is the Saxonia 219.032 (35mm) which might work for you. The important thing is the right fit. A heavy watch can be contained under cuffs. But, a loose watch will shift around and annoy you. Is the Lange strap stiff? A simple pin buckle means that the watch has to fit loose. You can't release the pin buckle if the fit is tight. So, is the strap right for you?

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kev09
Mar 19, 2017

but the Saxonia size does seem to suit your wrist better and looks fantastic. Of course they are very different in that the Sax is a pure dress watch whilst the other has large date, power reserve and sub seconds so I suppose it depends on what you want from the watch and the circumstances in which you would wear either of them and get the most pleasure. Hope this helps. Regards Kev

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beejo
Mar 19, 2017

I recommend trying a 35 mm saxonia. Best, Ahmed

MR
Mr Glass
Mar 19, 2017

But more importantly - if it feels right to you then it is!

ZA
zabreg1 Mr White
Mar 19, 2017

The size does not matter, only how you feel wearing it.

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