A. Lange & Sohne Lange 1 36.8mm White Gold

The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Ref. 181.038 represents the pinnacle of German haute horlogerie through its refined 36.8mm 18k white gold construction and revolutionary asymmetric dial architecture. This exceptional timepiece embodies Lange's post-reunification design philosophy that redefined luxury watchmaking, featuring the oversized date display and off-center time indication that has become synonymous with Saxon excellence. The 36.8mm white gold case delivers elegant proportions perfect for dress wear, while the grey dial creates sophisticated visual depth. This reference demonstrates the manufacture's commitment to traditional hand-finishing and mechanical innovation.

The manufacture Calibre L121.1 manual-winding movement powers this horological masterpiece with approximately 72 hours power reserve, operating at 21,600 vibrations per hour through traditional Glashütte architecture. The movement features Lange's legendary three-quarter plate construction with hand-engraved balance cock, alongside the oversized date mechanism requiring instantaneous double-digit advancement at midnight. Each component receives meticulous hand-finishing including Glashütte ribbing, perlage, and polished bevels representing hundreds of hours of artisan work. The movement's technical complexity positions it among the world's finest complications.

The grey dial showcases Lange's mastery of asymmetric layout with the oversized date display at 2 o'clock, balanced by the subsidiary seconds at 5 o'clock and power reserve indicator at 3 o'clock. The applied white gold hour markers and blued steel hands maintain classical Germanic elegance. The grey alligator strap with white gold deployant clasp provides refined comfort. This preowned example in excellent condition arrives with original papers and presentation box documenting its prestigious provenance. Buy this preowned Lange 1 36.8mm White Gold on Master Luxury with papers and original box at extraordinary value.