A. Lange & Söhne celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Lange 1 with four Limited Editions

A. Lange & Söhne marks 30 years of its Lange 1 with 4 limited editions in platinum with black onyx dials and in pink gold with blue dials. Prices.

A. Lange & Söhne marks 30 years of its iconic Lange 1 with four exclusive limited editions. These include the Lange 1 and Little Lange 1 in 950 platinum featuring striking black onyx dials (ref. 191.062 and 181.062), as well as the same models in 750 pink gold with elegant blue dials crafted in 925 silver (ref. 191.063 and 181.063).

Both Lange 1 models are limited to 300 pieces each, while the Little Lange 1 variants are even rarer, with just 150 pieces per version.

Unveiled on 24 October 1994, the Lange 1, with its distinctive design and exceptional craftsmanship, has become the emblem of the Saxon watchmaker and remains its most iconic timepiece (read the full history of the Lange 1 here).

Its characteristic dial with the off-centre dial configuration and the typical Lange outsize date have lost none of their fascination.

The hour and minute circle, featuring Roman numerals and lancet-shaped appliques, sits on the left, while the outsize date, power reserve, and subsidiary seconds are aligned on the right along a vertical axis. The proportions of the displays follow the golden ratio, ensuring a harmonious and timeless design, even 30 years after its debut.

The new anniversary models in 950 platinum feature striking onyx dials, marking the first time this rare gemstone, with its jet-black shimmering surface, has been used in a Lange 1. Seldom seen in fine watchmaking, the onyx adds a captivating touch to these special editions.

In the 750 pink-gold edition, the warm reddish hue of the gold complements the blue dial crafted from 925 silver. 

Characterized by slender bezels and prominent lugs, the case of the Lange 1 has a case diameter of 38.5 mm, while the Little Lange 1 measures slightly smaller at 36.8 mm.

The transparent sapphire crystal caseback of all four models reveals the L121.1 manufacture calibre, introduced in 2015 as the brand's 50th movement and an evolution of the original calibre L901.0 (read about it here).

The movement beats at 21,600 vibrations per hour and offers a power reserve of 72 hours thanks to the twin mainspring barrel.

The jumping outsize date display instantaneously switches at midnight using a force that is slowly built up during a period of several hours. The escapement features a balance wheel with eccentric poising weights and a free-sprung hairspring crafted in-house. 

The finishes are outstanding, with the distinctive three-quarter plate made of untreated German silver, eight screwed gold chatons, and the hand-engraved balance cock. 

On the occasion of the unveiling of the four A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 and Little Lange 1 Limited Editions, we had the opportunity to sit down with Anthony de Haas, Director of Product Development, to discuss this iconic watch. Stay tuned for the full conversation in a few days.

Prices of the new references are available upon request. alange-soehne.com

Suggested reading:

- Inside the A. Lange & Söhne manufactory in Glashütte