A. Lange & Söhne Books & Catalogues Collection

serg70 · 2021-08-09T22:34:32Z

Explore the rare world of A. Lange & Söhne books & catalogues with collector serg70. Discover vintage editions, 'Rare Handcraft' sets, and unique brand memorabilia.

For A. Lange & Söhne collectors, the brand's horological artistry extends beyond timepieces to its meticulously produced literature. Serge (serg70) showcases his impressive library of Lange books and catalogues, including rare pre-WWII editions and vintage magazines, inviting fellow enthusiasts to share their insights on completing such a specialized collection. This article delves into the value and rarity of A. Lange & Söhne's printed materials, highlighting their significance to the collecting community.

My small Lange Books & Catalogues library is almost completed.

Almost all of them with price lists and dealers list. Here are also pre-WWII catalogues, some interesting books dedicated to FA Lange and Glashuete watchmaking plus vintage watch magazines like Klassik Uhren form Dec 1994 with the first Lange watch announce.

Any suggestions to complete this library are welcome )))

WBR

Serge

Key Points from the Discussion

The 'Rare Handcraft' book collection (2011-2019) is considered a significant treasure for collectors, alongside a near-complete set of the A. Lange & Söhne Magazine.
Beyond informational texts, interactive items like the A. Lange & Söhne moonphase notebooks are unique and fun additions to a brand-specific collection.
Some A. Lange & Söhne books, such as the 2006 edition, are so rare that even boutique managers may not have encountered them, underscoring their collectible value.
There is interest in determining the full publication span of A. Lange & Söhne's annual books, beyond specific years like 2007 and 2008.

The Discussion

gadalex

Aug 9, 2021

That's an unbelievably comprehensive collection Serge!

Not so much informational, but fun, perhaps you need to find one of these interactive moonphase notebooks! Regards, Baruch

serg70

Aug 10, 2021

Thank you, Baruch!

It could be amazing addition to the set ) WBR Serge

FabR

Aug 9, 2021

Beautiful! One of my favorite corollaries to this hobby is my small personal Patek library...in particular, it took me several years (and the help of quite a few AD friends and Patek itself!)...

...but now I finally have the full Rare Handcraft (2011-19) book collection — a real treasure! — and 45 out of 46 (!) issues of the Magazine...only missing Vol. I, issue #2, which I still cannot source in new condition!😄 Enjoy this excellent Lange library, and good luck in making it even more special👍

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Aug 9, 2021

Wow! Now that is a lot of passion right there!

FabR

Aug 9, 2021

True, some were almost as hard to get as the watches themselves!😄🥂

Chronometer (aka yacomino)

Aug 10, 2021

I can imagine! Quite the collector you are dear Fabrizio!

A. Lange & Söhne Books & Catalogues Collection

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