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A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Service Experience

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · 2013-09-07T01:48:42Z

Jrwong23 shares his A. Lange & Söhne Datograph service experience, detailing laser polishing, cost, and improved performance. Essential reading for Lange owners.

By jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) · Sep 7, 2013 · 29 replies

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Jrwong23's account of his A. Lange & Söhne Datograph returning from service offers valuable insights into the brand's after-sales care and the meticulous process of watch restoration. His detailed observations on the 'laser polishing' technique and the watch's renewed performance provide a firsthand perspective for collectors considering servicing their own high-horology pieces. This post underscores the importance of professional maintenance for preserving the integrity and functionality of complex movements.

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Dear all

Yesterday I got an unexpected call from the Lange Singapore boutique.... my Datograph is back from her complete servicing plus case polishing! I was overjoyed as Lange Singapore estimated it to be back towards end of Sep and it was back 2 to 3 weeks earlier than expected. All in all it took 4 months and I was pleased with the speed of servicing (considering past 2 months were Europe's summer holidays peak period).

(just as I was missing my watch alot when Dave just posted his recently acquired Datograph!)

The watch looks brand new now and functions perfectly! I am so haappppppppy with it! Wooohooo!

The polishing is really done very well (Keith, the boutique manager explained to me it was done via laser to avoid material loss... I was so busy looking at the timepiece such that I didn't ask the details but it sure sounds very technical!)

Buttery winding and pusher feel (better than before servicing).

Some photos to share!

cheers

robin

What a movement!

Handsome dial

Polishing work is perfect!

Deployment buckle restored to brand new look!

Dato back with the family!

Key Points from the Discussion

The complete servicing of a Datograph, including case and deployment buckle polishing, cost SGD 3550 after more than eight years without service.
A. Lange & Söhne utilizes a 'laser polishing' technique for cases, which is explained to minimize material loss during the restoration process.
The servicing significantly improved the winding and pusher feel, making them 'buttery' and better than before the service.
Laser polishing is highly effective in removing scratches without noticeable material loss, a crucial benefit compared to traditional polishing methods that can remove inscriptions.
The author prefers manual wind watches and does not use a watch winder, even for an annual calendar, enjoying the ritual of setting them.

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amanico

Sep 7, 2013

I envy you, Robin. Enjoy it again!

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Sep 8, 2013

I envy you even more!

Your collection, your superb photography skills and most of all, your wonderful story telling in your posts here :) Always like reading your posts on various brands. Cheers Robin

Spellbound

Sep 7, 2013

Hey congrats

I know 4 months is achingly long, but that just makes the reunion so much more joyous. I am not there yet, but I will join the Dato club soon. Dean

jrwong23 (aka watchthebin)

Sep 8, 2013

Take your time Dean

Look around for your perfect Dato! :) Do you prefer the original version or the current production version? Thanks for your well wishes. I look forward to congratulating you when you get your datograph! ;) Cheers Robin

Spellbound

Sep 8, 2013

Pink gold

For me the 403.032 will do just fine. I am not mature enough for the white. Thanks.

foversta

Sep 7, 2013

So ready for a long period of pleasure... [nt]

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