Is the Entry Level A. Lange & Söhne Worth £13,100?

Is the Entry Level A. Lange & Söhne Worth £13,100? | Watchfinder & Co.

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5 жыл бұрын

It seems bonkers to use the term ‘entry level’ in the same sentence as ‘£13,100’, but yet, here it is: the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin is the brand’s entry level watch, and it costs a whopping £13,100. But is it worth it?
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@watchfinder 11 ай бұрын

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@SpencerReidBuchanan Жыл бұрын

When I graduated college my parents bought me an A. Lange & Sohne 1815 (235.032). My dad is a rolex guy and sold his pepsi to help pay for this for me. I cried when I got the watch and I wear it ever single day. When I did my interview for medical school the person interviewing me was also wearing an A. Lange & Sohne. We did not talk about anything other than watches during that interview and I was accepted into the program. I wear the watch everywhere except when working out when I swap for a Garmin Fenix 7X

@MPD90 6 күн бұрын

Casual nepotism..

@DarkDomnu 5 жыл бұрын

Prowd owner of a Lange 1 Moonphase owner here! Wow, the moment at 4:33 is breathtaking - the width of each of the petals in the hand-engraved balance cock is ~0.2mm. There are around 30 little ridges in each of the petals. Each ridge is 6 micrometers wide. To put that into perspective, that's about the size of a single red blood cell. Or two bacteria wide. To say that the level of detail is absolutely exquisite in these watches is a vast understatement :')

@Unohdetutkasvot 5 жыл бұрын

I'll never be able to afford such a timepiece in my life. But it makes me proud that many people appriciate that craftsmanship done in the city of Glashütte 30km near me so much. Great video!

@WilliamChu1996 5 жыл бұрын

#Neversaynever

@r3dbullbbs 4 жыл бұрын

not with that attitude. also 13k is not even that much tbh

@wengjai 4 жыл бұрын

@@r3dbullbbs Keep your mouth shut. You don't know him and don't know his circumstances. Don't judge.

@GODOFLIQUOR 4 жыл бұрын

simplyvl Don’t be a dick he was giving him encouragement

@LocalWatchGuy 3 жыл бұрын

One day you will own such a watch !

@santhoshwagle9857 5 жыл бұрын

As always... Awesome video... Your videos are oddly satisfying... The video, the script, narration... Everything...

@Rr_9991 5 жыл бұрын

They are not oddly satisfying. They ARE satisfying.

@BANHMIZON 5 жыл бұрын

@@Rr_9991 They never reply in the comment section, though. Makes me wonder if they even read the comments.

@spektrograf 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Often I'm multitasking while a wristwatch video plays in the background, but Watchfinder & Co. videos draw me in from start to finish. (The macros of the finishing of this watch in particular are mesmerizing.) Totally satisfying. 👍

@Jasongy827 5 жыл бұрын

Everything about his videos are amazing!

@emash_ 5 жыл бұрын

Being satisfied by design and craftsmanship is in no way odd

@jameswong6590 5 жыл бұрын

I am proud to say that I am a Saxonia Thin owner.

@thearcanearcade4923 5 жыл бұрын

Gotta spend the money somehow, that's all there is

@leeharding8306 5 жыл бұрын

James Wong you’re a lucky man with taste👍🏼

@S700KYFPV 5 жыл бұрын

But is it accurate?

@jason420jv1 5 жыл бұрын

Your wearing a year's worth of my salary on your wrist lol! Beautiful watch you should be very proud of your little masterpiece. ✌️😎👍

@AK-jl5xt 5 жыл бұрын

James Wong , you lucky man... enjoy!

@Beevreeter 5 жыл бұрын

That is one of the most beautiful watch faces I have ever seen - It's pure dedication to telling the time and nothing else is really what a watch should be all about, and this one does it with elegance and simplicity. Worth every cent and I would buy it if I had the money!

@gluon8760 4 жыл бұрын

I had it in my hand today , I can’t even explain how well done it is , the finish , the weight , it is the watch I would wear every single day

@DrKlaja 5 жыл бұрын

"NOTHING (except inflation) will ever stop £13,100 being a lot of money for a watch" That surprisingly made me laugh XD

@amirjon 5 жыл бұрын

DrKlaja he got that backwards. Inflation would make £13,000 seem like NOT a lot of money as it’s value would decrease. DEFLATION would make 13k seem like a lot of money!

@DrKlaja 5 жыл бұрын

LongTermCap he got it right actually. Hence, the “except” ;)

@amirjon 5 жыл бұрын

DrKlaja you’re absolutely right!! My apologies to you and watchfinder.

@stefano3202 3 жыл бұрын

@@amirjon I'm impressed with how professionally you accepted the fact you were wrong, I wish there were more people like you around youtube :/

@christopherliang6879 2 жыл бұрын

or a large price increase in 2021 :(

@SinnerAndSaint 5 жыл бұрын

A. Lange & Söhne is a great brand. I really appreciate that they finish EVERY watch to the same level. There is no 'poor man's Lange' out there. They may not hold the value as some Patek's do but you always have to decide for what reason you buy a watch like this. And I would do it for honoring the craftmanship and appreciation to watchmaking. And maybe a little because of national pride ;-)

@adiands850 Жыл бұрын

Their marketing department likes to spin it that way, but it's not entirely true. For example, some of their watches have had the same movements but on the cheaper model they would not expose the balance wheels so they can save costs on finishing, i.e. not finish it to the same standard as the more expensive model.

@supermat1937 Жыл бұрын

German brand?

@all-caps3927 10 ай бұрын

The difference is, as a Patek owner you think about the investment aspect. When you buy an A lange you’ll most likely never sell it because you’re buying it out of the appreciation of pure watchmaking genius

@davidreeves4556 7 ай бұрын

I had two lange and two pateks, I sold my two Pateks.

@mikesb69-87 4 жыл бұрын

Even under high magnification all the parts look so perfect and amazingly detailed!

@Gunnxorz 5 жыл бұрын

I don’t know how many times I have to say this but these are absolutely the best watch videos available! Thank you so much for the hours of entertainment and education

@johnmorrison8351 3 жыл бұрын

I am writing from the future... The next two years are going to be a hell of a ride, but although many will fall most of us will get through it. I just found an AD with a Saxonia Thin in stock, and next week it is finally happening... Good things come to those who wait

@Jay-xr3sb 3 жыл бұрын

White or rose?

@magicmike7066 5 жыл бұрын

Easily my favorite manufacturer!

@FacitOmniaVoluntas. 5 жыл бұрын

The pictures on your profile say something different

@magicmike7066 5 жыл бұрын

Διρhα I can like other brands, Rolex is great too!

@FacitOmniaVoluntas. 5 жыл бұрын

@@magicmike7066 Sure I just thought that maybe the brand that you choose to display on your profile would be your favorite

@kaekayyy2554 4 жыл бұрын

Lmfao

@Lavi-Aemilia-Astori 3 жыл бұрын

@@FacitOmniaVoluntas. Favourite does not mean able to afford

@thomaslavigne711 5 жыл бұрын

The craftsmanship and sheer attention to every single detail makes any A. Lange & Sohne worth every cent! Gorgeous time pieces!

@WatchGeek 5 жыл бұрын

WOW, both to the watches AND to your channel. Going past 200K makes me think you will be the first watch channel to reach 1M subs, and it would be well deserved. Such constant quality and showing actual watches instead of a face talking about a watch held 3 feet away from a camera!! I hope to one day reach at least half the quality you deliver in your videos, minus the highest end watches you have access to. Finding value in watches is ungrateful if we look at functions and performance alone, but this watch shows there is much more to watches than just accuracy and practicality, A LOT MORE. Thank you for yet another great video 😊👍

@russ9921 5 жыл бұрын

By far the best watch videos on the web: beautifully scripted, attention holding and insightful.

@alexp3752 4 жыл бұрын

Precision, craftsmanship, excellence, provenance, simplicity and elegance, all in one package. Bravo, gentlemen!

@Jerf1 2 жыл бұрын

Lange’s pieces represent some of the best value in the luxury segment for what you get. People who say it isn’t worth it are probably the same ones who justify the retail price of a new Submariner, let alone one from the grey market.

@scott7008 4 жыл бұрын

Lange & Sohne is my dream watch...and honesty, i don't know why. Just simple. They are beautiful.

@phughes4224 2 жыл бұрын

Saw one in the flesh a dew days ago and it's stunning. As a Calatrava owner I can say this Lange blows the spots off the Patek..

@StuPid3032 5 жыл бұрын

Love the portfolio, the camera was nice but I love the new format 👌

@bobbundens5530 2 жыл бұрын

There is so little perfection in this world. How can you not love it when you do finally come across such refinement?

@westleygreenhalf2338 5 жыл бұрын

I saw it for the first time a couple of days ago and I would say yes, without doubt, it is worth its asking price. It is the most beautifully designed and finished time only dress watch on the market with a fit that out classes anything Patek and Vacheron have to offer at the moment.

@jcktimeless9277 5 жыл бұрын

I think is unbelievably beautiful. Nobody matches Lange in beauty and quality.

@s3077769 5 жыл бұрын

After making a video about the iwatch, thanks for making the next one about A. Lange & Söhne. Pallet cleansed. I want one so much, and I can nearly afford the Tudor I've been saving for for two years. I don't think my wife would understand if I spent two more years saving for a watch, especially if you could see the old Toyota I drive

@burairallawati1099 5 жыл бұрын

Get an Omega Seamaster or Speedmaster instead of the Tudor. Or, save little bit more and get a Rolex! Seriously, at least it will hold value when you pass it to the next generation.

@maomekat7969 5 жыл бұрын

@@burairallawati1099 this. Listen to this man. And you will easiiily lov we to grow the omega or rolex & ppl will notice it more than this 13.000 pounds of . .. uncatchy

@JPS-sc1zn 5 жыл бұрын

maome kat You're missing the whole point of this video. The reason people wear A. Lange & Sohne is because of the unmatched quality of the watch, not for the attention.

@maomekat7969 5 жыл бұрын

@@JPS-sc1zn fortunately & thankfully I not only understand the video but also appreciate craft manship. Hover the price tag here is objectively not for the craftsmanship but for the name... if you or anyone says otherwise they are genuinely mistaken or being sly. Even the video addresses this point. A rolex or omega watch will hold its value much better than this & make better hand me downs sadly even though this watch is good but not price tag worthy. It does not have limited number of watches built. It does not have an eye catchy design like rolex or patek. It is overpriced and for rich people who can buy 400, 000$ cars. Not for the person who saves for 4 years to appreciate good craftsmanship or uniqueness. Thankyou

@DrFearCo 5 жыл бұрын

Burair Al Lawati no, he should buy the Tudor since it is what he wants. Who cares what the price is when he hands it down... If you want to sell your watch in 6 months then you should care, but if you are buying watches for retained $$ you are missing the point.

@mikemush9741 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing video quality as usual. I was a bit surprised by so much time dedicated to the price. The price on every mechanical watch is off-putting to the average Joe. But if you are into high end watches you're not going to be too surprised by the price. An A. Lange for $15,000 (USD) seems like a bargain to most. I'm seriously considering this watch. Thanks for this and other very high quality videos as always.

@tbd1613 5 жыл бұрын

Love my Lange 1815 38.5mm in rose gold. Its simply amazing!

@dipro001 5 жыл бұрын

The script writer was as skilled as the watch maker. Bravo.

@cliveb15 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Lange 1 bought from Watchfinder and it’s a true Head Turner, it makes me feel special every time I put it on.👍⌚️

@Jasongy827 5 жыл бұрын

Videos as always, Amazing! Keep it up. Make more.

@ziyanzhang1735 5 жыл бұрын

I’d like to think it’s sort of a “bargain” compare to a PP. Still can’t afford the “bargain” tho 😂

@philipjames3294 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video, you never fail.

@yu-fuhuang1244 5 жыл бұрын

I really love the 1815 chronograph Boutique Edition. It is beautiful and amazing.

@lucarsmyself 5 жыл бұрын

The video I always dreamt you would make. My grail dress watch and my grail chronograph. I love them even more now! I just wish you had done a wrist shot of them. If you can, try to do that for every video from now on, please.

@englishguy215 3 жыл бұрын

I will never be able to afford such a work of art, but that does not stop me being glad there are people who can produce this level of work and people who appreciate such work.

@BillKinsman 3 жыл бұрын

Never say never.

@thabest007 5 жыл бұрын

you always know how to bring out the poetry in watchmaking, thank you

@franciszek2894 5 жыл бұрын

Could You Please make a video about Jaeger Le Coultre Reverso, i mean the simplest two hands, optional small seconds version? Greetings.

@Pindi44 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video, thank you

@DrFearCo 5 жыл бұрын

Man that chronograph is absolutely gorgeous! Love love love the blue

@jishnumohan1204 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Could you please include watches like an F P Journe or Kari Voutolainen and do a comparison like you did for Patek and Lange ??

@TomKotarba 5 жыл бұрын

I tried this watch on in yellow gold at Wempe and fell in love. It is such a minimalist gem, I almost think I love it more than the Lange 1 Moonphase, even tho it's a fraction of the cost. A pure watch.

@thomasrusso1411 4 жыл бұрын

Watch only comes in Rose and White gold

@reginebecher431 4 жыл бұрын

I‘m happy and proud to own one too. Mine has the copper blue dial, absolutely out of this world.

@niallvbrennan6629 5 жыл бұрын

Quality video,again. I believe the Vacheron Constatin "56" is slightly cheaper than the A.Lange & Sohne , and has a Holy Trinity association. How about comparing these two watches?

@nistianpm3093 5 жыл бұрын

Yes !!!! More from A.Lange & Söhne

@thm4643 3 жыл бұрын

Every age has it's true artisans. FM Acoustics electronics, Tidal loudspeakers, Roja fragrances, Claxton guitars, George Smith furniture, Purdy firearms, AL&S's rival, Patek Philippe...and A. Lange and Sohne, of course. I have been following A. Lange & Sohne for, at least, 15 years and admired their beautiful and exquisite creations. They are worth every cent. They represent the very finest of the great German culture. Great video.

@radioleone 3 жыл бұрын

You named some of the things that in a just world everyone should be able to appreciate and that, in a perfect world, everyone should be able to own.

@leszekkadelski9569 5 жыл бұрын

That shot at 2:02 with the shadow of a hand playing on the index marker... hat's off! :)

@80sruler 4 жыл бұрын

I just sprung for one in white gold as I was looking for an understated dresser.

@itsalgud1459 5 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done, excellent quality, very interesting video! As to the watch, much as I like ALS, I think i’d save up a while longer for one a little more interesting to me. Not that I could ever afford what this one costs!😩

@salvatorebianchii 3 жыл бұрын

most beautiful watch in my eyes! love the simplicity..and.. no words can describe

@kovacskovacs3465 5 жыл бұрын

The blue color on the chronograph is spot on. Like a dark slate color - my favorite.

@midaspeng 5 жыл бұрын

Exceptional video again! Could you Plz make a video on JLC master geographic gmt! Keep up the good work

@BillKinsman 3 жыл бұрын

I simply must have an A. Lange & Sohne watch someday. Just exquisite craftsmanship and finishing.

@DJcoachbombay 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to see more vids about Glashütte Original!! Great content

@TpEric62 5 жыл бұрын

I'm such a fan of your channel, thumbs up all the way. Can you please review the Tudor 79170, I'm hoping it will be my next watch. Thank you

@TimG-- 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video mate

@SharmasTravelogues 5 жыл бұрын

When I visit London, I'm dropping by your stores for sure.

@soilomasbello1156 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic brand in my humble opinion the best but too expensive for my humble pocket. I have settled for Grand Seiko which is not sludge although not at the same level as Lange.

@carllange3950 5 жыл бұрын

Although it would be incredible to have my family name on a watch, the entry level commitment is hard to swallow.

@chee_wai 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely worth it. I just wish you can see more of the movement from the back

@schaf012 5 жыл бұрын

Nice Video! Can you pls do one about Meistersinger?

@Mega-zi7ys 5 жыл бұрын

ALS watches are so well made. Every single one of them as the finest attention to detail.

@kaekayyy2554 4 жыл бұрын

That 1815 is my grail. Thinner than the dato and that pulsation dial is what I'd definitely want.

@tsh139 2 жыл бұрын

Can you do a video on watch sizing? For instance how this 37mm works on a 7 inch wrist vs a 40mm. Watch sizing remains a dilemma for many from dress watches to sports watches.

@inkitatus1 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful but I'd be tempted to wear the chrono with the dial facing my wrist 😍 Superb video as always. Cheers 👍👍

@Jerf1 5 жыл бұрын

LOL now that made me laugh

@iloper 5 жыл бұрын

Which camera and lens do you use?

@Kraken1000 5 жыл бұрын

I quite like both but a steel version of the Thin at half the price might tempt me (I'm kidding). I do like that chrono, for which a second, third and fourth mortgage would be necessary. It is right: you can see the value in the chronograph. That movement is exquisite.

@ashi6838 5 жыл бұрын

What camera lens are you using? Please respond

@djbusters 5 жыл бұрын

This was a great presentation why some watchmakers are so expensive. Its the craftsmanship that you pay for. Probably not a very good comparison but Its like a Triumph making one bike with all its expertise gained over the years.

@changenoways9555 4 жыл бұрын

What are the two mini clocks on the "chronograph" watch for?

@kamelthorn 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video. It’s worth every penny!

@francismanela2344 5 жыл бұрын

One of my dream watch!

@xXxMoppixXx 7 ай бұрын

is there a black spot (lint or misplaced colour?) near the brand name though? or is it lint on top of the glas?

@theresa42213 4 жыл бұрын

Lange is my favourite! Even though l cant afford a beautiful watch l understand why they are so expensive, and l love them!

@KritchieXX 5 жыл бұрын

The only reason I would argue the price is too high, is because I can't afford it. It's beautiful, and I am happy to learn we live in a world where the efforts of craftspeople are so highly coveted, and still rewarded. Wonderful close-ups and video, thank you for the upload.

@donwarner6925 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. They sponsor the Villa De Este at show on Lake Como.

@Mububban23 5 жыл бұрын

I've never quite thought of it in that way when considering high end luxury watches - that you are literally paying to keep those hand made skills alive in this modern digital "made by robots" world we live in. When you pt it like that, it is far easier to understand the price, even though yes, it will always be out of reach of most of us.

@larryhagemann5548 3 жыл бұрын

This is art at its finest. Priced like many fine works of art, it is beyond my ability to purchase. I do enjoy looking at the beauty before us, however.

@simoncrawford350 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful metal work & engineering “that’s for sure”!

@rintarohernandez1140 5 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a video on the drive de cartier?

@douglasladowski6342 5 жыл бұрын

It's encouraging that they are reaching out to a lower price point. And sometimes simple is better.

@davidrg1550 5 жыл бұрын

Worth every penny. In a world of Pateks ALS stand apart

@jameswong6590 5 жыл бұрын

To me personally, Lange is better than Patek Philippe.

@ziyanzhang1735 5 жыл бұрын

James Wong In terms of finishing and innovation. 100% agree!

@thatgladiator3887 5 жыл бұрын

Lange is #1 as far as im concerned. Anyone saying the base Saxonia has nothing to offer clearing hasn't done their research.

@tonydavis4378 5 жыл бұрын

I do like it. But I don't know if its really worth THAT much. Since worth is relative, I wonder what it costs to produce.

@hiepnguyenlh 5 жыл бұрын

Finishing??? Really? Take a look at the engraving text on the bridge at 4:19. And you said A. Lange & Söhne have better finishing than PP? LMAO.

@everydaypatriot1083 5 жыл бұрын

I'm in. To quote Robert Browning, "Less is more."

@liuj88 Жыл бұрын

04:18 Is the gold (leaf?) on the engraved letters peeling? Odd if it's part of the design.

@DanijelTurina973 5 жыл бұрын

It sure does make JLC look like excellent value.

@robp.7769 5 жыл бұрын

If you love Lange or you really fall in love with this particular design, go for it. Otherwise, I think I'd start looking at Nomos if this style of watch is your cup of tea.

@dineshvishwakarma922 5 жыл бұрын

I would love to have that watch !!

@SpliefDaGrief 5 жыл бұрын

Yes it is. I’ve held it and now I must have it

@Crypto_369_Trader 5 жыл бұрын

Sehr schönes video

@enriqueali 3 жыл бұрын

My grail dress watch! Absolute minimalist perfection !! 😍😍😍

@peterbradshaw8018 2 жыл бұрын

I just got my brochure and have difficulty deciding which one.

@adn_guizar 5 жыл бұрын

Its simplicity to the naked eye makes it almost luscious to possess.

@magnus9797 5 жыл бұрын

Is that a speck of something near the point of the minute hand at 2:07?

@rubendasilva2075 5 жыл бұрын

Please review a Jacob & Co. Astronomia Tourbillon

@stevengraham1813 4 жыл бұрын

Can u do a review of the A Lange and Sohne Odyssey please?

@mohammadamin9061 5 жыл бұрын

Great video and Yes for A . Lange , it worths it .

@petermooney5976 5 жыл бұрын

The saxonia thin is a nice watch but the chronograph is stunning i would buy that one if I could

@ghupft-wie-ghatscht 5 ай бұрын

It is worth - that craftmanship is something people should support by buying those amazings products.

@abymathew295 5 жыл бұрын

Hello watchfinder. We would like to see a video on the '' HOLY TRINITY WATCHES'' How on earth they did get that disctinction....?????? who put them on top.????????