There is Lange 1 and then there is Lange 1 - the Blue Lange 1!
The timepiece needs no introduction - one of the icons of the brand that was released back in 1994 when the brand was resurrected. The most iconic off centre dial timepiece in the world, I believe the Lange 1 is instantaneously recognisable. And lusted after by many too...
My discerning friend who bought this Lange 1 chose the white gold blue dial version - an astute decision. Rather rare in the market, you don't find many owners wanting to sell their piece and I can clearly understand why.
The dial is special - at different lighting conditions, the dial shows two tones...
And different shades of blue too...
Not quite 50 shades, but it is close.
This is the off-centre dial so many find it alluring.
And the finishing on the timepiece is as one would expect from the Manufacture - great!
Take a look at the large date window. Well polished window.
And what is a Lange without a movement shot...
A well patina German silver three quarter plate on this example.
And the Glashutte ribbing on the main plate. Talk about character!
And then there is the hand engraved balance cock - it is said no two balance cocks are identical. I was told they blue all the screws at one go to ensure consistency. And it adds so much colour to the movement.
I am green with envy but blue because I don't own this version of the Lange 1.
To many, myself included, the Lange 1 represents the first big foray into the world of luxury timepiece ownership. And a nugget of information for those who may not know - Lange only makes timepieces in precious metal (gold and platinum). Steel Lange timepieces are extremely rare as they were once loaned to owners who brought their gold and platinum watches for service. And the irony of it all, steel Lange timepieces are fetching far higher prices than their gold counterparts in auctions because of their rarity.
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