
A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Moonphase
What you’re looking at is an example of the most important wristwatches of the last 30 years. The Lange 1 is without question the manufacture’s flagship model, and the big date function is its hallmark. Though found in watches like the Zeitwerk or the Langematik Sax-O-Mat, it’s in the Lange 1 that it’s shown to the greatest effect. Alongside other details such as asymmetrical sub-dials depicting the hours and sub-seconds, and A. Lange & Söhne's signature with its famous ampersand, the Lange 1 shows a clarity of vision that is wholly, brilliantly German. While the Lange 1 has seen many versions and variations since its introduction 30 years ago, this Reference 109.021 adds a touch of poetry to a well-designed classic with its stunning moonphase complication. This particular example dates back to 2007 and is housed in a 38.5mm 18k yellow gold case with a sapphire crystal and sapphire display back. It features a polished bezel, satin silver dial with luminous subsidiary hours and min