A. Lange & Söhne Owners Club Dinner Tokyo

KIH · 2010-10-23T10:12:19Z

KIH reports on the A. Lange & Söhne Owners Club Dinner in Tokyo, showcasing the stunning 42500 pocket watch and intricate restoration details.

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KIH provides an intimate look into the A. Lange & Söhne Owners Club Dinner in Tokyo, the third installment of his event coverage. His detailed report, featuring macro photography and insights into a historic pocket watch, offers a rare glimpse into the brand's dedication to heritage and craftsmanship.

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Okay, here I was on the third date of the ALS event week. I know people are a bit getting tired of my report and today I post mostly the No. 42500 and the ladies' watch and LOC SPECIALS!!!

The familiar venue....

Today, I used "macro zoom"....

Special #1 - the pocket watch was taken out of the show case for the first time during this event week.

...and let us hear the repeater gong!!!! SWEET sound!!

Got even closer

Interesting episode - this photo is clearly "before". The top is what was left of "ratrappante wheel". The team of Mr. Jan Sliva "guestimated" the size of the wheel and the number of the cogs (300). Long story short, the first restored wheel was the result of trial and error and took such a long time, but the number of the cogs was 299.... When they found it out, the team immediately locked the window so that Mr. Sliva can't throw the watch or himself out of the window

He just couldn't sleep! The number of the cogs is not really essentially important from function stand point. But he finally decided to make it again - restoration is to restore - and made 300 cogs wheel...

See the small parts in the upper right of the plastic box - that is the one in the photo above.

Now see below "after" photo. Completely restored.

Special #2 - the napkin and napkin ring specially made for the Lange Owners Club!!

Ladies' watch corner.

Special #3 - connected to Mr. Tino Bobe, Head of R&D, who was on vacation, via Skype. He gave us very important information regarding the next year models - NOT!! But he generously answered questions from the members.

Special #3.5 - Stephen's (BluNotte) farewell speech... He will leave Japan soon. We will MISS you!!!! And his fiance (see my post yesterday) thanked us via phone. He also graciously invited all of us to his wedding, provided that we pay for flight

That's it! You may have got tired of my reports these three days, but for me, these three days were very, very interesting and fun. Thank you, Lange Japan!

Ken

Key Points from the Discussion

The A. Lange & Söhne team is highly informed and passionate about the brand, eager to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with collectors, making events exceptional.
The restoration of vintage pieces, such as the pocket watch's rattrapante wheel, highlights the extreme dedication and skill of Lange's watchmakers, even when facing minute details like a single cog difference.
Lange events are consistently first-class, characterized by fine touches like imprinted napkins and a perfect blend of technical information, interactive experiences, and marketing.
The 42500 pocket watch is particularly stunning, with its minute repeater gong producing a 'sweet sound' that captivates attendees.
The Tokyo Owners Club events are highly regarded, fostering a strong sense of community among Lange enthusiasts.

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jeffrey2

Oct 23, 2010

Ken, you truly captured the essence of these 3 days...

in Tokyo with Lange. Peter Kesselman, President of Lange Japan, organized one of the best watch events I have ever attended. A perfect mix of technical information, lots of "toys" to play with, and a little bit of marketing. Lange's team is one of the most informed and welcoming groups in the business. Everyone from the top to the bottom is clearly passionate about the brand and eager to share their knowledge and exuberance with collectors. Though I am a devotee of other brands as well, Lange is

RougeCherise

Oct 23, 2010

arigatou gozaimasu!

Ken, Thank you for capturing these mesmerizing moments & share it all! I do still wish I could be there to witness and thank you all in person. The last picture do meant alot to me. arigatou gozaimasu. and on top of it all, you have definitely captured the breathtaking essence of A Lange & Sohne! Cheers! Adeline

KIH

Oct 24, 2010

Ah, Adeline!

I truly hope to see you someday. When I was stationed in NY (until June this year) and visit Tokyo once or twice a year, he was always here to help me. He was the one who took me through the gateway to the watch lovers circle of Japan and the wonderful Lange Japan staff as well as prominent retailers and such. I DO owe him a lot and I am the one to thank. Best wishes and congratulations again! Ken

Topcat30093

Oct 24, 2010

Thank you Ken.............

For all three of your reports, I was thankful that I was able to see each part straight after each other and not have to wait. The 42500 was absolutely stunning and your photos certainly do it full justice. The before and after photos, certainly show what brilliant craftmanship and skill these watchmakers have. And that is a slight understatement.

foversta

Oct 24, 2010

Thanks a lot Ken for this great report. [nt]

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tahoeblue

Oct 24, 2010

Great report

Wonderful event, watches, and fellow collectors. Lange is always first class. Imprinted napkins and napkin rings?! Watches or otherwise, always the fine touches you don't expect..... Keep these types of reports coming. Much appreciated.

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