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I'm thinking of cheating on my lover with a Turbograph Perpetual (Pic Heavy)
Dear Purists,
I really need your help!!
I have lusted over the 1815 Rattrapante PC ever since I laid eyes on her, we had a whirlwind romance that l thought would never end.....
Lately, I was introduced to the Turbograph Perpetual, I can't stop thinking about her, I just can't get her out of my mind!!
My dilemma is...... should I sell my 1815 Rattrapante PC to buy a Turbograph Perpetual????
Enjoy the pics 😉
I really need your help!!
I have lusted over the 1815 Rattrapante PC ever since I laid eyes on her, we had a whirlwind romance that l thought would never end.....
Lately, I was introduced to the Turbograph Perpetual, I can't stop thinking about her, I just can't get her out of my mind!!
My dilemma is...... should I sell my 1815 Rattrapante PC to buy a Turbograph Perpetual????
Enjoy the pics 😉
Of course you have to, that will match your Avatar name very well 😁
I feel so honored if able to help your half million dollar question 😂
Rgds
Raymond
Thank you for your insight Raymond 😉
That is one of my main concerns, I question whether at nearly €500,000, this will hold its value...
I'm not Lange-wise, but I suspect you know the answer to that question... [nt]
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I wouldn't. Even if asking is already answering to your question... [nt]
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Honestly...
From a small-time owner of Lange pieces, I would offer the opinion of not selling the rosegold 1815 RC... for a few simple reasons:
(a) it is much elegant (in my opinion) than the turbo graph;
(b) it is lighter than, and therefore more wearable, the turbo graph
The turbograph is unique, no doubt, and certainly brings feelings of great pride to the owner, but one has to ask how long would this feeling last, before turning to hindsight and wondering what could have been bought in its place.. (e.g. rose gold jumping seconds + 1815 toubillion + ..etc..)
Just my two cents' worth...
You are not wrong Dan
Upon reflection (see points below), I am beginning to reconsider. The Turbograph is spectacular, but doesn't wear as comfortably nor as elegantly as the 1815 Rattrapante. Another concern is production numbers, considering 50 pieces are being made, it is not as rare as I might expect at this price.
That was my original intention hence why I decided on the rose gold version of the 1815 Rattrapante, but when compared side by side, they really are too similar. [nt]
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The 1815 is a much more
attractive watch imho.. the turbograph is an impressive cocktail of complications but aesthetically it falls short..
the 9 and 3 o'clock subdials were shifted just marginally above the 9-3 axis.. when u compare with the original tourbograph, the 10 and 2 is "eaten" up a lot more in the original and that look worked very well since it didn't have a sundial at 12.. in this case, I think they could have tried to set the subdials on the 9-3 axis..
and then tourby bridge is also curved downwards since the tourby is now set deeper in the watch (compared to the original tourbograph)..
and the reason all of this unbalanceness is the perpetual modular construction on top of the original tourbograph movement..
You make a valid point...
The 1815 Rattrapante PC is one of the purest and most balanced dials I have ever seen, it is one of the reasons I originally fell in love with it. Coupled with an astonishing and theatrical mechanism, it comes very close to being a perfect timepiece. What is not obvious until I lived with it for a while was the way it sits on the wrist, due to a very secure and balanced clasp, it strangely wears unnoticed on the wrist despite its relatively hefty proportions.
The Turbograph is very similar, but I agree the half numbers are a little lazy. The biggest surprise for me regarding the Turbograph Perpetual was the view from the back, although stunning in true ALS fashion, it is inferior to the 1815 Rattrapante and lacks drama. The smaller aperture is disappointing, I really wanted to see more of the movement. Essentially these are the same watch, but the Turbograph has an additional tourbillion and fusee & chain. The fusee & chain is not visible, but the tourbillion is a beautiful addition.
I know production numbers of the 1815 Rattrapante have been limited, maybe not to 50, but not much more. It was discontinued this year, which should help to support prices going forward after only 4 years of production in limited number.
Logically I'm not sure that paying 3 times the price is worth it for an extra tourbillion and fusee & chain. Practically I didn't struggle to wear the heftier Turbograph, but in some way the 1815 Rattrapante feels better on the wrist. This series is also extra special in rose gold 😍
In conclusion, it is not an easy nor obvious decision...
The Turbograph is very similar, but I agree the half numbers are a little lazy. The biggest surprise for me regarding the Turbograph Perpetual was the view from the back, although stunning in true ALS fashion, it is inferior to the 1815 Rattrapante and lacks drama. The smaller aperture is disappointing, I really wanted to see more of the movement. Essentially these are the same watch, but the Turbograph has an additional tourbillion and fusee & chain. The fusee & chain is not visible, but the tourbillion is a beautiful addition.
I know production numbers of the 1815 Rattrapante have been limited, maybe not to 50, but not much more. It was discontinued this year, which should help to support prices going forward after only 4 years of production in limited number.
Logically I'm not sure that paying 3 times the price is worth it for an extra tourbillion and fusee & chain. Practically I didn't struggle to wear the heftier Turbograph, but in some way the 1815 Rattrapante feels better on the wrist. This series is also extra special in rose gold 😍
In conclusion, it is not an easy nor obvious decision...
A good problem...
The 1815 Rattrapante PC Tourbillon is an true icon but personally, I will keep the RG 1815 Rattrapante PC and acquire either a platinum Tourbograph or a 1815 PLM Tourbillon to complement your RG 1815.
In that way, you will get all the complications in the 1815 Rattrapante PC Tourbillon but in 2 different watches. Also one in platinum and one in rose (love the rose gold from Lange!). Just IMHO 😄
In that way, you will get all the complications in the 1815 Rattrapante PC Tourbillon but in 2 different watches. Also one in platinum and one in rose (love the rose gold from Lange!). Just IMHO 😄
The opinion of a fellow addict.
Don't do it. You have an incredible timepiece and a classical grand complication that is not lacking in any aspect. There is no ultimate watch. And more complicated doesn't mean more enjoyment in the long term.
You already know the answer in my opinion
As you wrote, you can’t stop thinking about the Turbograph Perpetual.
If you’re crazy about this timepiece and you need to sell your 1815 to finance it, well let’s go! We only live once 😉
Best wishes
Alkiro
If you’re crazy about this timepiece and you need to sell your 1815 to finance it, well let’s go! We only live once 😉
Best wishes
Alkiro
I can't stop thinking about a lot of things, doesn't mean I can have everything I want 😉 [nt]
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Buy what you like
You are luckily in that position, where a lot people would love to be also.
Don't care about resale value and such things:
The watch is near perfect, the deal has not to be.
Both are different enough to keep the RG version, too.
Best
Moritz
Don't care about resale value and such things:
The watch is near perfect, the deal has not to be.
Both are different enough to keep the RG version, too.
Best
Moritz
Buy a Dato perpetual or a 1815 Tourby
And you get two watches instead of one. 
Regards,
Ian
Sensible advice Ian
two, three or four grails for the price of one is a tempting proposition!
Hypothetical vs Real
In my eyes, the Tourbograph perpetual is a 'We did it because we COULD' type of watch, while the 1815 RPC is a watch that can be feasibly worn daily and enjoyed as such. I have had the RG 1815 RPC on my wrist before, and absolutely loved it.
I would keep the one you have, and perhaps seek out an original PLM with the open tourbillon escapement.. then you have the Lange tourbillon checked, but still the elegance of the 1815 RPC.
All the best on your decision, and very happy to have been privy to such a large and fun decision.
Colton