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Quick thoughts on the Zeitwerk
I missed the presntation of this watch with our friend FX, but I was lucky enough to arrange another session...
When the watch was presented some weeks ago, I was amazed by the originality of the time reading.
I had, actually, many questions, mainly 2:
1/ How is the whole volume of the watch?
2/ Will I be pleased by the original reading of the time?
The answer to these 2 questions is: YES.
The volume of the watch:
The ratio thickness/ size is very elegant, IMO.
Not too big, nor thick, just very appealing.
The crown at 2 was one interrogation point for me, and I have to say that it is not disturbing at all, in the flesh.
I asked if it was a matter of aesthetics, or if the location was chosen for some mechanical reasons.
I've been answered that it wasx because of the movement.
Nevertheless, it is adding something special to this watch, and works very well with its personality, enhanced by the specific shape of the crown.
We said a lot of things about the dial, but even with the bridge making the junction between the jumping minutes and the hour,, the screw and the jewel, it is pure pleasure.
The layout of the dial is very appropriate, elegant, original, in a word ..;Pleasing.
And seeing the minutes jmuping is to become crazy!
Just before 60:
And then, at 60:
Perfect, as we should wait from Lange!
The movement is another exquisite point.
Viewing it is just a marvellous moment which makes you loose the sense of time!
The macros confirm the impeccable finish:
And the final test, the wrist shot, is achieving to convince me that this watch is frankly, without any doubts a GO watch!
Not a revelation, just a confirmation.
Best,
Nicolas
Quick thoughts on the Zeitwerk
I missed the presntation of this watch with our friend FX, but I was lucky enough to arrange another session... When the watch was presented some weeks ago, I was amazed by the originality of the time reading. I had, actually, many questions, mainly 2: 1/...
The movement is stunning looking
But I have to say, the dial looks like a puppy dog winking at us. I am sure the jumping minutes is something to behold, but this watch makes me laugh every time I see a photo of it. That movement, however, is really something. Glad to hear and see your im...
To be seen in the flesh, my friend
And you will see who laughts, at the end... I went with Patrice to see it, and I can tell you tha Patrice wasn't convinced from the pics he saw, and while seeing it in the flesh, he made a 180 ° change! Best,
Excellent, I will look forward to seeing it in the metal someday
I like the technical aspects of it very much. It would make a great addition to your collection. respo
I don't mind wearing the watch backwards...
I don't have a problem with the dial, but the movement is just so interesting to look at, I wouldn't have a problem just wearing the watch upside down.
Merci mon ami for capturing this wonderful masterpiece!
All the more convinced that I should get it! Stephen
When I think that in a few months, Lange
Presented the RL PLM and this Zeitwerk ( they may perhaps change the too complicated name? ), Lange just released the best of the classic, and the best if the modern... Unbelievable! But I love that! Best, Nicolas
Which is why 2009 is the year of Lange for me...
4 Langes coming into my home, the PLM, the 1815, the Zeitwerk, and mom's Soiree moonphase! You have said it well mon ami, and indeed what an honour it is to own both the best of Lange's classic, and it's most modern. Time as always, for me. Stephen
You should have a party when you make your acquisition.
I will be celebrating the acquisition of your Pour le'Merite and Zeitwerke from California as soon as you inform me of your acquisition. Just let me know when to break the champagne.
No worries Patrick!
I intend to celebrate the arrival of my PLM with a dinner with a special friend, or if she can't make it, then alone will do! I just wish you guys were with me here in Tokyo! My PLM is due sometimes in July, or so I am told. I will let you guys know, natu...
Thanks for another great post.......
My first impression of the watch was not good but the more I see it the more I like it. The watch looks great on your wrist I can't wait to try one on myself. The movement is unbelievable to look at I think its better looking than JLC's Duometre. Seeing b...
This is not a great post, this is just a quick post, Tony R
About an awesome watch from Lange. I just met Gaetan ( Lange France ) for a coffee, and he brought this watch for me, so I could take some pics of it. It deserves a closer examination, indeed, and I will do it later. Referring to the Duo Metre and the Zei...
Thanks a lot Nico for the great pics.
As Gaetan explained us, the most special Zeitwerk of the collection is the WG version. I can't wait to see it "in metal" with its black dial. Again, a big thank to Gaetan for his kindness and availability. Fr.Xavier
Agree, FX, Gaetan was kind enough to offer me this 2nd Session!
We talked a lot about Lange and more specifically, this Zeitwerk. He also told me that the WG was a stunning model. Hope to be albe to see it in the flesh, soon, because for the moment, the platinum is a winner in my book. Best, my friend. Nicolas
Oh NO......I think I'm in love.
Hope it is ridiculously big on my small wrist :-P Resist......Resist........ *CL
Resistance is futile, CL
My wrist is normally sized... Don't thank me, it is my pleasure! Best, Nicolas
Top-Drawer review as always Nicolas
I really like the basic concept of this watch. I hope there will be a Generation II which has a 24 h display and minutes in 5 minute increments. I would also be happy if the screw and jewel "went under cover". Now Nicolas, when you figure how to finance t...
I can't imagine Lange will stop this concept to this Zeitwerk
Richard, and as you, I'm quite sure this is the beginning of a new Saga... As for finding the money to fund it, this is another story... Best, and thanks for your nice words, even if I don't deserve them for such a quick view on this marvel, which should ...
this is the best lange i have ever set eyes on.
i have a little game i play with myself which is to think of a brand and straight away name the first model i'd buy if money were not the issue. its better if someone else says the brand really. this would be the Lange that i would name. the dial is very ...
I knew it, Graham!
LIke me, you're literally attracted by the original way of reading time, on this watch ( and on others, of course ). At the beginning, when I saw the first pics, I wondered if I wouldn't e a bit dusiturbed by this digital display intead of the more classi...
Impressive!
Wow, Nico, how lucky were you in order to get a private viewing of this masterpiece! The movement is simply incredible! Thanks for taking us along with you. Abrazo y feliz dia del padre! Alejandro
Yes, Luck was on my side, Alex
It is a terrific piece to see in the flesh and to play with. If you can, don't hesitate a second, see it, play with it. Even if you don't consider buying it. It is an extraordinary moment. Best, my friend. Nicolas
I am clearly in the minority but . . .
The Zeitwerk has not grown on me with time. To the contrary, time has merely confirmed my initial disinterest. Oh well. Craig
It's good that we all have different taste Graig
otherwise would all run after the same models. It's way different than Lange's current collection, very understandable that it's maybe not for many Lange owners. In general I am not a Lange man, but this one really hits me. GEO
Thanks, Nicolas!
I appreciate the live pictures you and FX have shared with us of Lange's latest masterpiece. I really enjoy the Zeitwerk for its unusual dial, and stunning movement. Just looking at the movement once, I'd be hard pressed not to recognize it again. It's ju...
LOL, Daos. Thanks a lot for your nice words, but
This watch deserves much more than this quick view... Will certainly come back to it. Best, Nicolas
Sound?
How loud was the changing of the numbers? Was it any louder than every other timepiece? peace, Mark
A very discrete and sweet " Click ", Mark.
Difficult to compare it with a classical hand system, as they don't make noise... Best, Nicolas
Wait a moment
first of all thank you for bringing to us mortals yet another unusual piece for "closer" inspection actually this marvel of high horology is not my cup of travarica but the movement is just astonishing the appearance and finish are just top of the top one...
Lol, hate to admit it Damian...
but I was thinking the same thing. Is this Nicholas' wrist? Hmm, don't think so....but I could be wrong...
I shaved it.
No, this is Patrice's wrist, on the pic... LOL Best, Travarica man. Prepare the glasses, and the bottle, I arrive! Nicolas
Zeitwerk does seem to work.
This particular Lange watch is certainly impressive from the front and back. It succeeds in being symmetrical without being symmetrical, by the placement of the crown and counterbalance of the screw with the jewel. I especially like how the numerals have ...
Not very happy with my pics and text, but will try to do better, later
This piece deserves it! you're true, Ping...This watch deserves time to get all itis interest, and Beauty. This is not an easy watch, but at the end, when you get it, it is stunning. Will go back to my homework. Best ,and thanks for your indulging words. ...
Thank you. Great thoughts and pictures!
I'm still on the fence about the Zeitwerk. The movement is where it really shines (both aesthetically and mechanically), but while interesting and significant, the digital displays lack the elegance of sweeping hour and minute hands. A great watch, for a ...
Now that is the question, KIT
Yes, when I saw it first, I was wondering exactly the same than you. Does the digital display of the hours and minutes have the same elegance than the classic hands? Are classic hands the mandatory charactersitic of a mechanical watch? Those were my inter...