A. Lange & Söhne Datograph with Steel Bracelet
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A. Lange & Söhne Datograph with Steel Bracelet

By nice2guy · Feb 10, 2019 · 28 replies
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nice2guy shares a compelling modification to his A. Lange & Söhne Datograph, addressing a common wearability concern. His decision to pair the platinum timepiece with a stainless steel bracelet offers a fresh perspective on balancing a top-heavy watch, enhancing both comfort and aesthetic appeal. This post delves into how a non-original bracelet can transform the ownership experience of a high-complication watch.

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This is my first time posting with photos. I have owned the orig. datograph for years, love the watch, but have found it a little top heavy. I was in a store in TriBeCa in New York City recently and a ss bracelet caught my eye. This looked so similar to the Lange plat bracelet. I called the company and ordered the 20mm. This is a game changer. The bracelet totally balances the watch. I have been wearing it every day for 3 weeks. I absolutely love this combination for comfort and aesthetics. 







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sidtang
Feb 10, 2019
Looks wonderful and congrats! I’ve had the same idea but was thinking since stainless steel is a harder metal, will it eat into the platinum lugs as time goes by? Any thoughts? [nt]

NI
nice2guy
Feb 10, 2019
Bracelet is very smooth at lugs.

I thought the same thing but the edges are buttery smooth. And the expert who put the bracelet on and who knows Lange watches very well assured me it would not damage the lugs. And I would say the movement of the bracelet is very smooth so this is not even a thought.

ZA
zabreg1 Mr White
Feb 10, 2019
Looks great in photos.

One of my favorite watches, but I don't think I could justify a bracelet (ss or pt) for it.

NI
nice2guy
Feb 11, 2019
Comfort and balance.

Thanks Mr. White. I know this was not the intent for the watch, but it really works for me. Maybe it's my preference toward bracelets with heavier watches.

ZA
zabreg1 Mr White
Feb 11, 2019
Oh, if it suits you, by all means. I am always of the mind that one should wear what they want.

For me persona;;y, the bracelet doesn't work as I am used to it without. But I do understand and appreciate the change of pace. Enjoy it, looks great.

MI
Mineral
Feb 10, 2019
Look really nice

I like the new look. I used to own the RG Dato silver dial but sold it away. I had same feeling like you that the watch always top heavy feeling when wear with leather strap.

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