New and Preowned A. Lange & Söhne Watches

A. Lange & Söhne: Best German Luxury Watches

A hallmark of master German engineering, A. Lange and Son was created by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in 1845 as a watchmaking workshop in Glashütte, a small town in Saxony, Germany. But little did he know at the time that his vision would transform his mining town into the center of German watchmaking excellence.

After World War II, Ferdinand's great-grandson Walter Lange revived the brand in 1990 following the reunification of Germany. In 1994, A. Lange & Söhne introduced its first collection, marking the beginning of a new era for high-end German watchmaking. What sets these watches apart from others is the unwavering commitment to traditional craftsmanship, aesthetic refinement, and technical innovation. A Lange watch is distinct from its Swiss counterparts because of the distinctly German watchmaking traditions, characterized by three-quarter plates, hand-engraved balance cocks, screwed gold chatons, and thermally blued screws. Furthermore, each A. Lange watch is assembled twice in the factory to ensure perfect functioning.

Iconic Collections Overview

Lange and Söhne offer several distinct collections, each offering a unique character and technical specifications. You will find revolutionary asymmetry in Lange 1's design, while Lange 1815 has the signature traditional elegance. Every watch from the brand adheres to its exacting standards and, at the same time, expresses different facets of its watchmaking philosophy.

Lange 1 Collection

Lange One is arguably the most popular collection from A Lange and Söhne. The brand's flagship line, these watches are instantly recognizable by their off-center dial arrangement and outsize date. Introduced in 1994 as part of the brand's rebirth, a Lange One watch has an asymmetric dial arrangement based on the principles of the golden ratio. It is a patented outsize date display inspired by the Five-Minute Clock at Dresden's Semper Opera House.

Some notable variations within the Lange 1 family include the Grand Lange 1, the Lange 1 Moonphase, the Little Lange 1, and the Lange 1 Time Zone. Each model offers a distinct quality – the Grand Lange 1 has a larger case dimension. At the same time, the Lange 1 Moonphase features an astronomical complication, the Little Lange 1 is a more compact model, and the Lange 1 Time Zone has dual time zone functionality.

1815 Collection

The Lange 1815 doesn't use a random year but pays homage to Ferdinand Adolph Lange's birth year. This A. Lange Söhne watch sticks with classical watchmaking traditions while adopting contemporary execution. From the traditional Arabic numerals and railway-track minute scales to a pocket watch-inspired aesthetic, the design of these watches adheres to the brand's historical roots.

Within the A. Lange Söhne 1815 collection there is a wide range of models – from simple time-only reference to highly complicated pieces. The 1815 Chronograph is one of the most popular references and is known as one of the most aesthetically balanced chronographs in modern watchmaking. The 1815 Up/Down (Auf/Ab) model features a distinctive power reserve indicator. For those looking for more traditional models, the 1815 Annual Calendar offers practicality with traditional design. The 1815 Tourbillon is an exceptional timepiece with a patented zero-reset mechanism, and stop-seconds function for the tourbillon.

Saxonia Collection

Lange Saxonia is the most classically refined dress watch collection from A Lange and Söhne. With restrained design and perfect proportions, these watches offer pure elegance. Taking the name from the German state of Saxony, where Glashütte is located, the A. Lange Söhne Saxonia collection embodies sophistication based on exceptional craftsmanship with its clean dials and precise proportions.

Some of the most notable references within the A. Lange Söhne Saxonia collection includes - the Saxonia Thin, one of the brand's most elegant ultra-thin watches; the Saxonia Outsize Date, which features brand's signature large date complication; the Saxonia Annual Calendar, combining timekeeping with practical functionality; and the Saxonia Datograph is considered the most beautiful chronograph movements ever created with its three-dimensional movement architecture.

Zeitwerk Collection

Introduced in 2009, the Lange Zeitwerk collection is an innovative model, breaking away from traditional analog hands. The revolutionary design of a Zeitwerk watch features a mechanical digital display showing hours and minutes in large numerals instead of analog hands. The innovative and patented remontoir system provides consistent energy to power the instantaneous jumping numerals. Some of the distinctive models within the collection include the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater, featuring a chime function; the Zeitwerk Date, which adds a peripheral date ring around the dial; and the Zeitwerk Striking Time, which automatically chimes the hours and quarters.

A. Lange & Söhne Price Guide

The A. Lange & Söhne price varies based on several factors, such as the complexity of the movement, case materials, production numbers, and market demand. The brand controls the production (estimated at under 5,000 pieces per year across all collections), ensuring exclusivity and price stability.

An entry-level A Lange Söhne watch typically begins around $15,000-$25,000. You can buy a Saxonia Thin or standard Saxonia model in gold within this price range. A mid-range Lange watch generally costs between $30,000 and $80,000 for models like the Lange 1, standard 1815 references, and less complicated Saxonia variations. These models introduce sophistication into the brand's distinctive design but not ultra-complicated movements.

Lange and Söhne watch price get steeper with high complications, starting at $100,000 and reaching over $500,000. Ultra complications models such as the Triple Split, Datograph Perpetual, or Zeitwerk Minute Repeater have high prices reflecting both technical complexity and the hundreds of hours of expert craftsmanship.

Master Luxury Collection

Master Luxury has curated A. Lange & Söhne watches that are available outside the manufacturer's boutiques. In our collection, you will find all iconic watches from Lange 1 to the innovative Lange Zeitwerk.

Our selection includes both new and carefully selected pre-owned A Lange and Söhne watches. If you are planning to buy A. Lange Söhne watch, we provide guaranteed authenticity and the assurance of the best condition. Before listing, each watch is subjected to rigorous authentication processes and condition assessments. Master Luxury provides detailed documentation for every watch, including provenance verification, service history where available, and comprehensive condition reports. For pre-owned A Lange Söhne watches, we prioritize complete sets with original boxes and papers.