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A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Chrono
Platinum Darth Boutique Limited Edition 100 Pieces
Reference No: 740.036FE
Watch
Description
A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Perpetual Calendar Tourbillon Chrono
Platinum “Darth” Boutique Limited Edition of Only 100 Pieces with Black
Solid-Silver Dial and Astronomical Moon Phases. The 41.5mm diameter
solid three-body case, rounded bezel, and downturned lugs are polished
and brushed, with a sapphire crystal and display sapphire display case
back secured by 6 screws. The chronograph with flyback function has
rectangular push buttons as well as a button for correcting the date at
10 o'clock. The dial is black oxidized pure silver with applied indices
and luminous white gold hands. A subsidiary dial for the Small Seconds
is between 7 o'clock and 9 o'clock, and another for the instantaneous
30-minute register is between 2 o'clock and 3 o'clock. There is a
50-hour power reserve with an indicator between 9 o'clock and 10
o'clock. The outermost track has a
Tachymeter scale. A double window for the large date is at 12 o'clock,
and there are luminous 18K white gold alpha hands and a central
chronometer hand. The perpetual calendar features the day-of-week
indicator, month indicator, day/night indicator, and leap-year displays
in subsidiary dials. The Astronomical Moonphase is located at 6 o'clock.
The tourbillon is a true work of art. The fascinating tourbillon
mechanism is exposed by the sapphire-crystal caseback and the open
tourbillon bridge. There, the escapement rotates about its own axis once
a minute inside the filigreed cage. This rotary motion offsets the
influence of gravity on the balance wheel with eccentric poising
weights. In conjunction with the free-sprung balance spring crafted
in-house, it assures excellent rate accuracy across the entire 50-hour
power reserve. The power-reserve indicator integrated at the end of the
tachymeter scale reminds the owner when it is time to rewind the watch.
For the first time in a Lange tourbillon, the balance beats at a rate of
18,000 instead of the conventional 21,600 semi-oscillations per hour.
This corresponds to a frequency of 2.5 hertz. Consequently, stopped
times can be displayed with an accuracy of one-fifth of a second. The
patented stop-seconds mechanism instantaneously brings the balance wheel
inside the tourbillon cage to a standstill when the crown is pulled.
This allows the watch to be set with one-second accuracy. Fitted on a
black alligator leather strap with a platinum fold-over deployant
buckle.
This horological masterpiece from
Saxony incorporates three major complications with an additional five
supplementary functions, demonstrating a high level of technical prowess
while maintaining a clear and well-organized display despite its
complex nature.
Crafted with precision, the
development of this multiple-complication watch was a significant
challenge, aiming to seamlessly integrate various complex mechanisms
into a harmonious ensemble. The watch features a striking black
solid-silver dial set against a 41.5mm platinum case, with hands and
hour markers crafted in rhodiumed gold and blued steel, enhancing its
visual appeal. The luminous hour and minute hands, along with the hour
markers at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o'clock, ensure legibility.
At the
heart of this limited edition model lies the DATOGRAPH mechanism, a
column-wheel chronograph known for its precise jumping minute counter
and flyback function, alongside the iconic Lange outsize date. This
system ensures reliable control and precise timing of short durations,
benefiting from a trio of technological advances in chronograph design.
The
PERPETUAL component refers to the instantaneously jumping perpetual
calendar with a moon-phase display, offering clear and unambiguous
readings of the calendar indications and moon phase. Its mechanical
precision is so high that the moon-phase display only requires a one-day
correction every 122.6 years, with rapid correction possible for all
displays.
Highlighting the tourbillon, visible through the
sapphire-crystal caseback, this feature combats the effects of gravity
on the movement, enhancing rate accuracy throughout its 50-hour power
reserve. The watch introduces a lower beat rate for the balance,
allowing for one-fifth of a second timing accuracy, and includes a
patented stop-seconds mechanism for precise setting.
Unique
touches, such as the power reserve indicator ingeniously integrated
around the tachymeter scale and the solid white-gold moonphase disc, add
a romantic and aesthetically pleasing element to this technically
advanced timepiece. The intricate 729-part calibre L952.2 movement,
together with the meticulous finissage and assembly, underscores the
expertise and dedication of A. Lange & Söhne's master watchmakers.
This
watch, reference 740.036FE, not only epitomizes A. Lange & Söhne's
commitment to pushing the boundaries of mechanical watchmaking but also
presents a design philosophy that balances complexity with simplicity.
Despite its numerous functions, displayed through subsidiary dials and
discrete indicators, the watch retains an elegance and clarity, setting
it apart as a truly exceptional piece among the brand's extensive
collection of complicated wristwatches.
This timepiece stands as a
testament to Lange's excellence, embodying the brand's relentless
pursuit of perfection and its commitment to refining both design and
aesthetics, despite the competitive landscape filled with intricate
watches. It symbolizes Lange's unwavering dedication to advancing its
craft and elevating its watchmaking artistry.
A mere glance at
the dial subtly reveals the complexity beneath, but it is the
examination of the caliber L952.2 that truly dispels any reservations.
This movement is a pinnacle of beauty within Lange's extensive
collection, a significant statement given Lange's renowned mastery in
movement design and finishing.
The caliber showcases the revered
lateral clutch and column wheel mechanism, a hallmark of A. Lange &
Söhne's engineering prowess. It is adorned with a mesmerizing array of
finely finished components: the gleaming mirror-polished anglage, the
distinctive Glashütte stripes, the vibrant fire-blued screws, the
lustrous golden chatons, and the intricate perlage on the baseplate.
These elements collectively underscore the esteemed reputation Lange has
earned in the realm of high horology.
Reference No. 740.036FE
This Timepiece is in a unworn condition complete with box & papers accompanied with a full value appraisal and a Full
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