Incoming: Lange 1 in rose gold

Sep 15, 2014,05:57 AM
 

Like Fx, I must admit being a moderator is risky! I have been looking at the Lange 1 photo contest's photos to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Lange 1.... And as you guessed it, got poisoned by the watch!!

I evaluated various editions and I prefer a warmer Lange 1 so the rose gold in 38.5mm is perfect for me.  the Lange 1 moonphase in RG was also a strong contender but somehow I prefer it not to have lumed hands... The new grand lange 1 moonphase is also nice but a tad too big for my small wrist.

So here we are: some wrist shots of my new Lange 1 in RG. A design consistent since 1994, a great way to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Lange 1 (by getting one haha). I got it last week from the Singapore Lange boutique for this piece - their service standards are exemplary!

Some wrist shots and photos for now.   smile
A mini celebration at the boutique for this purchase smile

Cheers
Robin





































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Congratulations and wear it in best of health

 
 By: Horology75 : September 15th, 2014-06:27
And i agree that service at the Lange Singapore boutique is par excellence! Terrence , Aun to name few are great hosts. Enjoy la! Ovi

Thanks Ovi! Agree on the staff of the Lange Singapore boutique

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-07:32
I am very happy that I could support them for their years of friendship and good service given to us. I am so happy with my RG lange 1 now! :) Cheers Robin

Congrats robin..

 
 By: yming : September 15th, 2014-06:28
On getting another lange icon.. You guys are really making me jealous with all your new finds!! yming

The thing i love about this model is...

 
 By: yming : September 15th, 2014-06:43
The big date window in pg is really beautiful.. Happy celebrating

Forgot to post the picture..

 
 By: yming : September 15th, 2014-06:49
forgive me for the iphone quality.. ...  

Not bad for an iPhone macro shot!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-07:34
Yes I love the big date feature especially on the Lange 1 Will try to share some macro shots soon. Thanks for sharing this yming! Cheers Robin

thank you Yming :)

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-07:33
Ah hope we can meet up one day. Along with our small group of collectors who regularly meet up, we have quite a few Langes amongst us! We just did a gtg and I will share some pics soon. Join us next time! :) Cheers Robin

Congratulations Robin, this model

 
 By: patrickh : September 15th, 2014-06:39
fits perfectly on your wrist. Great addition in your nice collection. Wear it in good health and enjoy the 20th Lange 1 Anniversary ;-)) Cheers, Patrickh

Thank you Patrick. Agree that the size is perfect for me :)

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-07:36
And my wife can wear this RG Lange 1 too :) I just have to be careful she doesn't like it too much that it become hers! Probably not going to share with her in case that happens haha Cheers Robin

Robin, I am not sure about ...

 
 By: small-luxury-world : September 15th, 2014-06:49
the combination of gummy bears and champagne. BUT I love your latest purchase :-) Congrats, it is an awesome piece - even after all those years available! Best, Oliver

Gummy bears from Germany!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-07:39
That's why we had it there Oliver! :) But agree they don't go very well with champagne indeed - too much sweets :) Agree on the Lange 1 esp in RG. It's not discontinued, it's not rare, it's not LE. I am sure pieces like the platinum Darth Lange 1 is much ... 

"Lange's rose gold" is special, for sure.

 
 By: small-luxury-world : September 15th, 2014-09:05
The only thing that kept me away so far, is the fact that the side of the cases from Lange are always shiny instead of matt finished like in white metal. It is just not me :-(

Good point Oliver

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-18:57
I also noticed that. The WG and Platinum and Honey Gold all have brushed finished sides on the case. Can't remember YG but RG is all mirror polish. I am not sure if the reason is to prevent oxidation of the RG or something - someone mentioned to me mirror... 

Congrats

 
 By: dylan61 : September 15th, 2014-08:09
Robin! Such an iconic model, and looks a real beaut on your wrist.

Thanks Dylan61!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-08:13
I really love this watch. Thanks to you too for showing me your beautiful Lange 1 MP in RG. That watch also left an impact on me! :) Cheers Robin

Oh yes....well done Robin...so well done...

 
 By: moc : September 15th, 2014-08:10
Huge congrats....seriously,the Lange 1 doesn t show any sign of ageing.... Great combination you choose,warm,elegant,classic.... Hurray and welcome into the club... Mo

Thanks for the warm welcome Mo!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-08:16
It's addictive indeed! :) Cheers Robin

Congrats! [nt]

 
 By: smartbot : September 15th, 2014-08:14

Thank you! :)

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-08:16

Lange 1 is a "must"....

 
 By: KIH : September 15th, 2014-08:30
... eventually :-) Congrats, my friend! Ken

Thanks Ken!!!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-08:51
Agree Lange 1 is so iconic for Lange! As a Lange fan I must admit I did feel I must get a Lange 1 someday! :) See you soon my friend :) Cheers Robin

You are on a roll, my friend, and a pretty delicious one.

 
 By: amanico : September 15th, 2014-08:45
Huge congratulations, for both your taste and the Watch. An icon fro the German brand. Well done. Nicolas

Thank you Nico!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-08:52
Indeed I feel such simpler watches do make me happier than complicated pieces. The Lange 1 is one such example. Cheers Robin

LOL Fx!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-18:51
And soon I will be bankrupt! No more watches now. Have to save up :) Cheers robin

Robin, congrats. This is one of my favourite watches.

 
 By: kpk : September 15th, 2014-10:15
I have always loved the original Lange 1 in RG followed by YG. I never cared much for the other versions of this iconic timepiece. I always believe that the first and most simple versions of a timepiece are usually the best. Wear it in the best of health.... 

Will post more pics soon Kunal!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-18:52
Thanks for your well wishes and see you soon ! :) cheers robin

You are on fire!

 
 By: Ares501 - Mr Green : September 15th, 2014-11:18
And you love RG Bravo Gummy bears, bubbly and Lange 1 Well done Yours D

Thanks Damjan! The gummy bears were a surprise!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-18:53
From the boutique staff. I thought it was cute to have the Lange 1 sit on the bears haha :) Thanks for your kind words my friend Cheers robin

Another one! :)

 
 By: blomman Mr Blue : September 15th, 2014-14:03
Congratulation, Robin! :) Both you and Fx - was there a sale I missed....?! ;) Stunning watch, wear it in best of health. Best Blomman

Hahaha! A sale you missed!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-18:54
To be honest, it's better to miss such "sales" if they ever exist! Let's save up for our kids my friend :) This is going to be my last watch for a long time to come. Cheers robin

Congrats Robin

 
 By: shihui4 : September 15th, 2014-18:35
An absolute stunning beauty! One more to add to your harem!

Thanks Pam!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-18:55
Will be my last one for a very long time! Cheers robin

"Will be my last one for a very long time!"

 
 By: fernando : September 15th, 2014-19:18
You will eat your words sooner than you think Robin! :) I think the L1 is the watch that put ALS back on centre stage back in 1994. It was a bit revolutionary at the time but with all good designs it has withstood the test of time. A huge congrats for mak... 

I am also afraid... that I will eat my words...

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 15th, 2014-22:17
once again! no one believes me anymore when I say this LOL! Thank you Fernando for your kind words cheers robin

How does this compares with your PP5146 ?

 
 By: ue52square : September 16th, 2014-01:04
Hi Robin, I have read many of your postings on the JLC forum and aware of your impressive collection. The JLC MUT Perpetual is impressive and this Lange 1 is just spectacular ! Wonder in your opinion, which would make a better daily office wear, the Lange... 

Interesting question Alex

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 16th, 2014-03:46
Thank you for your kind words on my collection. For the Lange 1, a more comparable version to the pp 5146 will be the Lange 1 moonphase I feel. Anyway I think the Lange 1 is a more suitable daily office watch being a simpler watch IMHO. Also I much prefer...  

Great comparison pictures ....thanks a lot

 
 By: ue52square : September 16th, 2014-06:11
Indeed I am considering the Lange 1 MP which is priced within the range of a PP5146. The photo of your Lange 1 placed side by side with the PP5146 does highlight the simplicity and beauty of the Lange 1 dial. Not that the PP is inferior in any way, it's c... 

Either one is a good choice

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 16th, 2014-08:18
Let us know what you go for eventually! Both the Lange 1 mp and PP 5146 are great pieces. I think the 5146 is priced slightly higher though being an annual calendar. Cheers Robin

Thank you. Indeed Lange's RG

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 23rd, 2014-05:22
is very very nice! I hope to do a review on various brand's RG soon Cheers robin

Superb watch!

 
 By: jlux : September 16th, 2014-01:10
The Lange 1 is such a beautiful and classic time piece. A great addition to your superb collection! Best, Gerard

Thank you again Gerard!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 16th, 2014-03:50
Agree the Lange 1 is very classic indeed I regretted not getting it earlier! Cheers Robin

Bling bling...

 
 By: ianny : September 16th, 2014-02:33
Congrats my friend. Great piece to add to your "glowing" collection. Regards, Ian

Kim Kim collection in hokkien !

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 16th, 2014-03:51
For bling bling :) Thank you bro Cheers Robin

Congratulations Robin!

 
 By: tudorctin : September 16th, 2014-09:54
Lange 1 is a classic. If you want to stop buying watches for a while you better move to another place (deserted island?). Too many temptations in Singapore! Regards, Constantin

Agree Constantin!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 16th, 2014-18:45
And thank you for your well wishes. Indeed, I have to move to a safer place. My home country is very tempting indeed! cheers robin

Another very well done here!

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : September 18th, 2014-08:40
I would have loved to get a L1 also before there are no left but my budget ... . Anyhow: yes the L1 mp is also gorgeous and "funny" to see that you considered it also. To me the L1 mp looks complete, but the L1 is certainly without the mp THE L1. Enjoy in... 

Thanks Moritz!

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 19th, 2014-16:55
I am sure there will always be Lange 1s around - let us know when you get one next time and we will celebrate with you! :) Cheers Robin

Looks Great Robin!

 
 By: bsbg : September 21st, 2014-11:53
I recently tried on a few Langes and think that experience is going to cost me some money soon :). Enjoy it in good health!

We all have to protect our bank accounts... :P

 
 By: jrwong23 (aka watchthebin) : September 21st, 2014-20:39
from all these beautiful watches! :) Enjoy and hope you get something you like too :) Cheers robin