Journal

I never wrote a dedicated page for a watch I had the pleasure to pass to another collector. Sure, a few deserved it—the Little Lange 1  (Ref. 111.028), the Double Split Japan Edition, the Lange 1 Tourbillon Handwerkskunst, and a handful of others—but I never got around to it. This watch, however, is different. Out of pure excitement and joy I … Read more

There are a few types of watch enthusiasts that I have observed over the years. Though this article is not the place to deliver my analysis of these segments, I’d like to simply divide the group into surface and depth enthusiasts. To each their own, and no discrimination, of course! Possibly due to my deep … Read more

Many friends, enthusiasts often inquire whether my interest in watchmaking extends beyond A. Lange & Söhne—a question that has always intrigued me. The world of watchmaking is a vast tapestry, encompassing more than just one brand or country. While my deep admiration lies with A. Lange & Söhne, it is crucial to acknowledge the broader … Read more

By now, thanks to the brilliant work done by A. Lange & Söhne’s marketing, the books from Reinhard Meis and by the collectors, connoisseurs, journalists, we know a great deal about today’s brand. Even in this humble website, one can find almost all the information that one needs to understand the modern A. Lange & … Read more

While I’m writing this article in January 2022, A. Lange & Söhne is at its peak (so far) in the secondary market. Yes, there’s still a huge difference between the retail and secondary market prices of the most watches above $150k+, which is a big list comprising close to third of the brand’s catalogue. However, … Read more