A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Acquisition

colton_d · 2015-03-31T12:01:34Z

Colton_d shares his A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk acquisition. Discover its unique digital display, comfortable wear, and mesmerizing jumping minutes.

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Colton_d celebrates his long-awaited acquisition of an A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk, a watch he describes as living in his 'Someday' category since its announcement. His post captures the excitement of joining the 'Zeitwerk club' and shares initial impressions of this mechanically complex timepiece. He highlights the watch's surprising wearability and the mesmerizing instant-jump mechanism.

To preface this post, I have to mention my sincere gratitude to the Purist forum participants as it is this place which drew me into the Lange world, and has provided the opportunities to meet some truly genuine, welcoming and passionate people.

After posting a thread in June of 2014 detailing my trip to the Lange manufacture in Glashutte, I received a very nice message from a Purist, and thus started a conversation which ultimately lead to a meetup occurring this past weekend.

Besides a great meal and even better conversation, this meetup had another significance to it..I am happy to share today a new addition, one which I am still trying to believe is actually in my hands..

Finally able to say I have joined the Zeitwerk club.

This watch has lived in the 'Someday..' category for me ever since it was announced. Seeing them posted about only added fuel to the fire. So when the opportunity arose, I could not say no!

This is a piece which has been reviewed in depth already, so I will not rehash details, which is probably for the best as I have been at a loss for words every time I look down at my wrist and see it quietly ticking away.

The dial can take on such differing personalities in varying sunlight, here is one with bright natural lighting

Some initial thoughts:

- Wears surprisingly smaller than I would have expected (a good thing!), could be due to the black dial

- I love the audible 'click' as the time changes in quieter settings

- The thickness was an initial surprise, however sits very comfortably on the wrist

- Has been described as a casual piece, although I will do my best to see it well-suited to an office setting

- When the Zeitwerk was first announced, I was puzzled that the movement and development was so complex; however seeing the jump occur every minute, and realizing the complex interactions required to store and execute the instant jump was mind-boggling

A short video of the jumping discs;

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Thank you for reading!

Colton

Key Points from the Discussion

The Zeitwerk wears surprisingly smaller than expected, even on smaller wrists, and is noted for its comfort despite its thickness, potentially due to the black dial's visual effect.
The audible 'click' when the digital time display jumps is a distinctive and appreciated feature, underscoring the mechanical complexity of the instant-jump mechanism.
The Zeitwerk is considered a bridge between Lange's traditional designs and its innovative future, solidifying its status as an iconic piece within the brand's collection.
The watch's dial exhibits varying personalities under different lighting conditions, adding to its aesthetic appeal and dynamic presence on the wrist.
Despite initial reservations about its appearance in photos, seeing the Zeitwerk in person or on a wrist often converts skeptics due to its impressive presence and unique display.

The Discussion

Mark in Paris

Mar 31, 2015

I'm so happy for you Colton, your words really show your happiness and that's something nice to share here on Pp. The Zeitwerk is really a beautiful and complex movement and very unique kind of hour display. I love it too and for having a small wrist, I've been trying it on discovered it is very comfy (on the contrary to the Dato for instance). Congratulations Colton and I hope we'll see many pictures in the future. Wear it in the best of health. Cheers, Mark

amanico

Mar 31, 2015

That is an original first, to say the least! Best, Nicolas

colton_d

Mar 31, 2015

Not quite my first, but definitely one I have lusted after for a long time. Thank you! Colton

colton_d

Mar 31, 2015

Thank you Mark, I will take some time in the coming weeks to get better pictures, and thank you very much for the kind words. Colton

foversta

Mar 31, 2015

A great companion for your PG RL! What a superb catch! Fx

RMB67

Mar 31, 2015

Very happy for you Colton. I know this was a long time in coming to fruition, and I also know that you passed on other possibilities before this presented itself. Well done! Enjoy it in the best of health. Rob

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