A. Lange & Söhne PLM Week Collection

Jay (Eire) · 2024-05-16T13:07:42Z

Explore Jay (Eire)'s A. Lange & Söhne PLM, its wearability, strap choices, and how it compares to the Datograph. Insights from WatchProSite collectors on its versatility.

Jay (Eire)

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Jay (Eire) shares his experience with a particular A. Lange & Söhne timepiece, highlighting its versatility for casual wear and comparing its wrist time patterns to his Datograph. His insights into strap choices and the watch's aesthetic appeal offer valuable perspectives for collectors considering how to integrate such a significant piece into their daily rotation.

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This one has gotten a bit of wrist time this week.

I find it I wear it like I used to wear my Datograph. Which is, somewhat consistently for periods of time and then not at all for several weeks.

Like the Datograph I tend to wear it mostly in casual ways. It helps that work attire is now super casual too.

Interestingly I have it mounted on an identical custom gray gator from Jean Rousseau (in Lange specs, padding and taper). I’ve found that to be the best all round choice for these black dials. That said, I kinda want to take a leaf out of Fernando’s book and order a green strap or something with a bit of colour.

Key Points from the Discussion

The black dial version of the PLM is distinct from the original enamel version, offering a different aesthetic that leans towards smart casual while the enamel is more formal. Both versions, however, provide an exceptional winding experience.
Despite generally avoiding Roman numerals due to their classic and potentially 'dated' appearance, the clean and simple dial of this A. Lange & Söhne reference makes them work effectively, avoiding the dated look seen in some other watches like the original Datograph.
The black dial and white metal combination of the watch offers significant versatility, making it suitable for 99% casual wear, despite its size potentially being too large for true formal settings.
The casual appearance, dark dial, white Roman numerals, and strap choice create a fresh, modern look that defies traditional classicism.
The watch's versatility extends to unconventional strap choices, with suggestions even including a military green NATO strap, demonstrating its adaptability to various styles.

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MTR

May 16, 2024

This watch and your wrist shots look

FANTASTIC. Best Thomas

Jay (Eire)

May 16, 2024

Thanks for looking Thomas.

I’ve said this before but I’m generally not a Roman numerals person, thinking it’s too classic in style, too “old” and may date the watch in some cases (for example, I think the original Datograph looks dated because of the romans). But sometimes it just works for me, and this is one of those. Perhaps because the dial is very “clean” and simple.

MTR

May 16, 2024

For me this look works.

I find the casual appearance of the whole watch combined with the strap, the dark, calming dial and the white Roman numerals very fresh looking. Not too classic at all.

Jay (Eire)

May 16, 2024

Yes, this one (the entire package) comes across pretty fresh as you say.

dedestexhes

May 16, 2024

This will certainly be a great week!

Jay (Eire)

May 16, 2024

To be determined ! 😂

But for my wrist at least, it’s been good thus far!

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