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1815 Thin Honeygold "Homage to F. A. Lange"
It arrived incredibly quickly.
The watch was launched to celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the birth of F. A. Lange and was unveiled (along with two other models) at the Watches & Wonders Exhibition in Shanghai from Sep 9 -13. As to be expected, all three models feature timepieces housed in honey-colored gold - an ALS proprietary metal that is exceedingly hard.
Because the two models share the same movement (L0931.1), the 1815 was often compared to the plainer time-only Saxonia Thin. Nevertheless, at 38 mm x 6.3 mm, the 1815 has more pleasing dimensions (Saxonia Thin is 37 x 5.9)
The watch is limited to 175 pieces.
Without further ado, here are some hastily taken smart phone photos:
Note the two-part fired enamel dial and Arabic indices.
The three-quarters plate has a frosted-grain finish, plus black-rhodium filing for the engraving on the balance cock, reminiscent of classic pocket watches. The watch is manually wound.
This is doubtlessly a dressy watch, as it will fit easily with any shirt cuffs.
Since this is my 15th Lange, I will show you an obligatory family portrait 
Can you recognized all the models?
Can you recognized all the models?
Have a nice weekend... I know I will surely have one.
Sam
1815 Thin Honeygold "Homage to F. A. Lange"
It arrived incredibly quickly. The watch was launched to celebrate the 175th Anniversary of the birth of F. A. Lange and was unveiled (along with two other models) at the Watches & Wonders Exhibition in Shanghai from Sep 9 -13. As to be expected, all thre...
Congratulations, this new thin 1815 is a really a perfect dress piece!
And your Lange collection is incredible!
I was expecting a wait of several months
Looks like production was not interrupted by Covid-19, unlike F P Journe's Resonance...
Actually a Zeitwerk
I am kicking myself hard for passing over the Zeitwerk HWK eight years ago when it was offered to me after I visited the manufacture ...
It's a lovely, understated watch...
...part of me wants to see a seconds hand to give it some 'action.' If I were looking for a watch for my son (I am), this would be in the running. You have an amazing collection, but I am drawn to the the Cabaret : )
Haha
I got the Cabaret through the Internet, at a reasonable price, after the model was discontinued. It is now wearing a strap made of vintage elephant skin....
I will never be rich enough to buy it...
...but this Cabaret is a good candidate if you could have just one watch. ...
I was about to say the same thing!
Funny that with all those amazing complicated watches, it would be the Cabarat that we both want a closer look at
Congratulations Sam!
I thought these watches would only be delivered in December to mark the 175th anniversary on 7th December. I am pleased to say that I too have ordered one from the Singapore boutique and finally, I am able to own a Sam Wan watch!
LOL so far only two of them were delivered to HK
Good for you for ordering one. I heard through the grapevine that Lange has stopped taking orders and will be imposing new conditions for selling the watch. Have you heard the same thing?
To order mine Sam, it was perseverance on my part!
I spoke to the KL boutique (owned by Sincere Watches) and they had an allocation of only one watch! Then I called up the London boutique (owned by Wempe) and their allocation was also poor. I wanted to find a Lange boutique owned by Richemont as I knew th...
Yes the Paris boutique is owned by Dubai
Is Keith still with the Singapore boutique? I like the Tourbograph but I will have to sell my company first 🙂
You are too modest Sam!
Anyway, you have one of the most amazing collections among us purists so if the Lange 1815 honey gold is good enough for you, it is most reassuring for me!
You mean the group photo?
That is the 1815 Tourbillon Handwerskunst in rose gold, limited to 30 pieces.
Congrats! I just picked mine up today.
Absolutely love it. The honey gold is such a subtle warm color. And the enamel dial is amazing. Perfect dress watch. ...
A very elegant watch. But what a collection !! :)
I must admit on this 175th anniversary the dial beats out the backside. The enamel and simple dial is close to perfect, and the movement albeit beautiful ... well Lange sets a high bar. Very nice though. Again stunning collection and thank you for sharing...
Unfortunately I am a retired person
And do not have a lot of opportunities to dress up. Will find every excuse though...
Impressive collection.
It's a pity that Lange doesn't offer the Cabaret. You surely miss a Zeitwerk and the Odysseus. Aris
A timeless beauty.
Huge Congrats on your NWA 🤗. Looks amazing in your stunning collection
Many congratulations dear Sam!
Beautiful watch. 38mm by only 6.3mm thickness. Wonderful ! Enjoy this beauty in great health!
It will probably be two weeks before I can
Find an occasion to wear it, but thanks in any case....
Beautiful Sam, and amazing company it will keep.
I am without a Lange these days but I have to say this one caught my eye, specifically it was the honey gold. I’ve been on the fence about another honey gold piece for more than a year, then this one comes along too. For now I’ve taken no action, perhaps ...
These days if you want a special edition Lange
Or even an Odysseus, you have to clear some hurdles
You have a fantastic collection and i congratulate that you got your hands on this very rare piece.
Do you think there is going to be a regular 1815 slim (regular RG case, silver Dial, regular movement finish) anytime soon? Thanks!
Beats me
Given that Lange has 20+ boutiques around the world, I believe the trend is to roll out more special editions to capture more handsome gross margins. In other words, there will be less reliance on authorized dealers....
wow...you've gorgeous set of 1815s i suppose !
esp. that 1815 rattrapante PC - thats pinnacle of this Lange family !! cdt, mahesh.,
This gives me an idea...
One day I may create posts showing my timepieces by brand. At this moment, the Pateks slightly edge out the Lange's.
Another amazing addition Sam...
Have to compliment you on the incredible Lange collection. Love the RL Pour le Merite models and of course the Datograph. Don't see a Zeitwerk anywhere so maybe that is something to add in the future 🤔 😉. Regardless, we'll done sir and again compliments f...
Yes, the PLM and the fusee chain
Is indeed one of a kind. The Datograph is a Lumen and as for the Zeitwerk, I somehow foolishly passed over the HWK edition several years ago....
Yes I saw, I have the same RL PLM 😉😁...
Did not know the Datograph was a lumen, even more special 👍 As for the HKG Zetiwerk, maybe you can still get one if one ever becomes available from a collector or you could just get a standard Zeitwerk as I love mine. Maybe even go for a Zeitwerk Striking...
I actually owned the white gold Zeitwerk temporarily
A few years back, through a telephone bid, I successfully placed the winning bid for the watch at a good price (around USD 50,000 including commission) in an auction. Later, when we compared notes, I discovered I was bidding against a good friend of mine....
Congrats!
I'm embarrassed to admit that I unfortunately recognize all the Langes. Does that mean I should be locked up in a mental hospital?
Excellent! And we can admire Yokozuna's 5980/1A!
I've heard of a "watchdog" basically a dog that keeps an eye out for trouble. But you have a "watchcat" a cat that wears a watch!
I saw a movie called "Quartet"
I saw a movie called "Quartet" directed by Dustin Hoffman and made in 2012. It's about a bunch of musicians, opera singers, and performers who all live in a retirement house together. I was thinking one day, maybe they will have a retirement house for peo...
LOL Patrick
I have that movie in DVD....I collect DVDs, Blu-ray's as well as watches...
At least you have a lot of movies you can watch during Coronavirus!
Here in California, we were stuck at home for a while, couldn't go out even for a walk nor even do some gardening due to the fires creating toxic air!
Big congrats to this catch: an extra fine Lange.
The combination of Honey Gold and enamel dial is superb.
Thank you for the support
Another time only watch is incoming....one with a rather special movement
No way!! A PLM time only would be awesome and my best guess.. [nt]
That would be a crazy sleeper watch
Your Lange collection is a marvel!
That Handerwerskunst is surely something! Had the opportunity to purchase one and passed. Long story! You need the Zeitwerk though. The rest of your collection is great too! I remember your thematic post a while back.