A. Lange & Söhne Collection Journey

Clueless_Collector · 2019-12-20T09:54:17Z

Clueless_Collector showcases his A. Lange & Söhne collection, reflecting on the joys and challenges of high-end watch collecting, including grail watches and acquisition strategies.

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Clueless_Collector's reflection on his A. Lange & Söhne collection offers a candid look into the joys and dilemmas of high-end watch collecting, particularly the balance between acquisition and consolidation. His post, showcasing nine Langes acquired over four years, resonates with collectors who grapple with the 'never-ending' nature of the hobby and the pursuit of horological grails.

Many times I wonder why we collect these and do we really need many and how many is too many?

Then when I put them together, that “ah-ha” moment of sweetness came and now I can see the happiness why I’m into this.

We all know this is a never ending or very difficult to stop hobby and at some point of time, it’s consolidating or swapping due to change of taste or interest.

Worst case is with the scary story of not able to wear your beloved watches abroad due to crime concerns or unnecessary taxes by customs. That really make me thinking do I need many watches just to rotate them here at hometown?

Regardless, we all have our own way of life and I’m glad to be where I am.

Hopefully someday I will be able to add a RL or ZW (still size concerns) and a perpetual calendar, grail to be Tourbillons or MR if I hit MegaMillions or Powerball, lol...

I may be clueless in collecting directions and this crazy world of collecting nowadays but I know just exactly what I want

2019 has been a great year for me to add 5 Langes which sums up to 9 in 4 years.

I wish all members have the same great year and we all have a wonderful 2020 and beyond.

Happy Friday and HAGWE

Key Points from the Discussion

The author's collection journey highlights the common collector's dilemma of balancing new acquisitions with potential consolidation or trading, especially when tastes evolve.
Concerns about wearing valuable watches abroad due to crime or customs taxes influence collectors' decisions on how many watches to own and where to wear them.
The author expresses aspirations for specific A. Lange & Söhne models like the Richard Lange, Zeitwerk, and perpetual calendars, as well as ultimate grails like Tourbillons or Minute Repeaters.
A strong relationship with an Authorized Dealer (AD) is crucial for collectors, influencing acquisition opportunities and potential trade-up scenarios.
The discussion touches on the pursuit of highly sought-after watches like the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711, 5212A, 5740G, and World Time 5231, acknowledging their extreme rarity and long waiting lists.
The author's preference for newer Lange movements with longer power reserves (60 hours) over older 36-hour movements, and a preference for 1815 sizing, reflects specific collector criteria.

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patrick_y

Dec 20, 2019

Gorgeous collection! I see a lot of my favorites in here!

Jurry

Dec 20, 2019

Now THATS a collection incredible. I’m not jealous I’m just in admiration and owe and wow Ps will share my VC collection in similar style photography

jack johnson

Dec 20, 2019

what is the reason you are not adding a Datograph? Thickness?

jporos

Dec 20, 2019

beautiful collection, thanks for sharing!

gregnascimento

Dec 20, 2019

Which piece is your favorite if you had to pick one?

Clueless_Collector

Dec 20, 2019

Hopefully some day. Thanks Patrick.

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