A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph Service Review

small-luxury-world · 2012-10-05T10:38:05Z

Oliver shares his A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph post-service. Discover the meticulous restoration, collector insights, and stunning photography of this iconic timepiece.

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Oliver (small-luxury-world) shares his impressions of his A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph after a comprehensive service, showcasing stunning photographs of the watch's renewed condition. This post delves into the satisfaction of seeing a cherished timepiece restored to its former glory, despite the significant wait and cost involved.

and to be honest I like what I see (so far

), even when I had to wait sooooooo long and had to pay a (small) fortune. Any regrets? No, not at all

But have a look by your self:

Maybe some of you can still remember how the watch looked like before. It was not a safe queen, for sure

Could you find any flaws/imperfections? If so, most of them are (probably) caused by the man behind the camera - me ;-)

Thanks to the service team from ALS, because you did a great job - once more!

Still didn´t wind it up and didn´t put it on my wrist. At the moment I just enjoy, step by step ...

Oliver

PS: Still the same old strap, because it is my favorite one

Key Points from the Discussion

The A. Lange & Söhne service team is highly praised for restoring the 1815 Chronograph to a 'brand new state,' demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship.
The 1815 Chronograph, particularly this older version, is considered an iconic piece from Lange's rebirth era and a strong contender for the 'best in the chronograph field'.
Lange service times can be lengthy, with some collectors reporting waits of 5 months or more for a complete overhaul, though the quality of work justifies the patience.
The post highlights the emotional impact of seeing a beloved watch after service, described as a 'new honeymoon' and 'watch pornography' due to its breathtaking beauty.
The 1815 Chronograph is often considered a top choice among Lange models, especially for those who appreciate the movement's 'backyard' view.
The experience of seeing the serviced 1815 Chronograph has inspired other collectors to plan for their own acquisition of the model.

The Discussion

diogo

Oct 5, 2012

It's really something to be proud of, congrats!

Fricks

Oct 5, 2012

... i'm attracted more and more to this chrono. The blue hands, the pure dial, chrono without date,... and what a movement!! Enjoy it Thanks for the pics

amanico

Oct 5, 2012

Now the question i: Will you dare wearing it? Best, Nicolas

foversta

Oct 5, 2012

Fantastic pics Oliver! Enjoy your superb watch which starts a new and long life! Fx

Mark in Paris

Oct 5, 2012

We've seen this chrono a lot but it remains an icone from the rebirth era. You've shared many impressive pictures Oliver, thanks a lot and happy you could spend time with it again. I'm sometime asking myself which Lange I should choose if only one: the chrono with its "backyard" is a definitely strong challenger. Cheers, Mark

Enriguf

Oct 5, 2012

about the details and process of the service. How much did it cost? Also, how long did you wait? I too am looking to get my 1815 Chrono serviced very soon. If you don't want to specify on the public forum, then you can always PM me! Thanks, Enrique

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