A. Lange & Söhne Chronograph Collection

Hororgasm · 2013-01-16T22:34:07Z

Explore Hororgasm's A. Lange & Söhne chronograph collection, featuring the Datograph Up/Down, Dato Perpetual, and 1815 Chronograph. Discover collector insights on design and complications.

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Hororgasm presents a captivating "family affair" of A. Lange & Söhne chronographs, showcasing his impressive collection of these highly regarded timepieces. This post highlights the aesthetic and technical diversity within Lange's chronograph offerings, a subject of enduring fascination for collectors. His personal journey to assemble this specific group of watches underscores the dedication often involved in high-end watch collecting.

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howdy folks

just a quickie pre SIHH assembly of Lange chronos. It took me a few years, but I finally managed it. a full report in a month's time, now just to share my joy(and pride).

Three guys and a baby

The direct siblings

The Village Elder

The Princess

the assembly

German Sandwich

wait a minute.....we have a imposter amongst us

My German Chrono Contingent

best,

Horo

Key Points from the Discussion

The collector expresses a current preference for the Datograph Up/Down (DS) but suspects he will eventually return to the Dato Perpetual Calendar due to its combination of practical perpetual calendar and interactive chronograph complications.
The black dial and rose gold combination is highlighted as a favorite for the Lange 1815 Chronograph, suggesting a strong aesthetic preference among collectors.
The Datograph Up/Down and the Glashütte Original Panoretrograph are noted for their similar sundial aesthetics but distinct large date displays, inviting a comparison of design philosophies.
The recent surge in popularity and proliferation of the Datograph Up/Down is observed, attributed to its significant presence and substance.
The discussion points out that few brands can offer such a diverse and interesting range of timepieces within the same complication theme, commending Lange's breadth.
A question is raised regarding the preference for the platinum version of the Dato Perpetual over the white gold with a grey dial, indicating specific collector preferences for materials and dial colors.

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COUNT DE MONET

Jan 16, 2013

as you had her anayway in form of the dato. But the combo black dial and RG is also my favorite one for a Lange 1815 chrono. Looks very much like as if you are "done" with Lange or still got appetite for seconds ...eeerrrhm: fifths . Best Moritz

Hororgasm

Jan 17, 2013

Strange..on the laptop looks perfectly alright. Will try again tonight Best, Horo

foversta

Jan 17, 2013

I didn't remember that you had an 1815 chronograph! Please post larger pics of this impressive gathering once you can! Thanks! Fx

Ares501 - Mr Green

Jan 17, 2013

is just sublime Well done mate best D

Mark in Paris

Jan 17, 2013

Not many brands can provide such interesting timepieces in a same complication theme. Congratulations Kevin and I'll be waiting for your article, after an exciting SiHH. Cheers, Mark

respo

Jan 17, 2013

Congratulations on all your efforts paying off. Do you have a favorite? Best, respo

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