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RUK · 14 March 2017, 08:17 AM

So this is what I have in the collection so far

5711,114060,116500, 16570,15313,Reverso duo,Speedmaster Professional,IWC Portofino Automatic RG

I'd still like to add a Lange to the collection

Had the Saxonia thin 37mm and the 38.5mm Lange 1 on my wrist and they both look good.

This is the first time I had a sub 40mm Lange on and I'm very happy that the lugs don't push passed my wrist.

What do you guys think? One vs the other vs something else?
Thanks

rfatm3f · 14 March 2017, 08:29 AM

I would say your collection is missing a white metal dress watch. A Lange 1 in wg or platinum would be my choice.

GFONG · 14 March 2017, 10:32 AM

My first choice is Saxonia Annual Calendar (Platinum or WG). My second choice is Saxonia Moon Phase (Pink Gold). Both have the big date.

Personally I don't like the Thin is because it doesn't have the second hand. Otherwise it looks perfect and clean.

Squalex · 14 March 2017, 11:22 AM

Love the Saxonia thin. Also the entire 1815 line

Jay (Eire) · 14 March 2017, 11:33 AM

Were we not in a similar place a few months ago and you ended up with the IWC? In any event if the Saxonia comes in then I think your IWC is redundant. The L1 would be my choice therefore. Plus, I find the Saxsonia not that intereting as time only watches go. It's a little dull.

38.5mm is perfect. Looks great on your wrist btw.

mps354 · 14 March 2017, 11:44 AM

I like the saxonia thin

waspy1 · 14 March 2017, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Jay (Eire)

Were we not in a similar place a few months ago and you ended up with the IWC? In any event if the Saxonia comes in then I think your IWC is redundant. The L1 would be my choice therefore. Plus, I find the Saxsonia not that intereting as time only watches go. It's a little dull.

38.5mm is perfect. Looks great on your wrist btw.

I agree, the IWC and saxonia are far to similar if you are looking for a rounded collection.

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AK797 · 14 March 2017, 01:23 PM

Lange 1 MP or Dato.

Le Chef · 14 March 2017, 01:36 PM

Plain old Lange 1 in rg. Get that and you could lose the IWC. Or...buy a Lange Datograph in pt and hit the jackpot. No need then for either the Daytona or the Speedy.

rfatm3f · 14 March 2017, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Le Chef

Plain old Lange 1 in rg. Get that and you could lose the IWC. Or...buy a Lange Datograph in pt and hit the jackpot. No need then for either the Daytona or the Speedy.

NOW we're talking

RUK · 14 March 2017, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jay (Eire)

Were we not in a similar place a few months ago and you ended up with the IWC? In any event if the Saxonia comes in then I think your IWC is redundant. The L1 would be my choice therefore. Plus, I find the Saxsonia not that intereting as time only watches go. It's a little dull.

38.5mm is perfect. Looks great on your wrist btw.

Yep. I hadn't seen the smaller models on the wrist with no plastic wrappings till now and I'm starting to like the idea of the 37/38mm size.

The case thickness of the Lange 1 makes it less of a dress watch, but still very nice and the 37mm still tempts me even without a sub seconds hand.

I'll need another watch box at this rate so yes the IWC will be saying goodbye if I get another time only RG.

RUK · 14 March 2017, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Le Chef

Plain old Lange 1 in rg. Get that and you could lose the IWC. Or...buy a Lange Datograph in pt and hit the jackpot. No need then for either the Daytona or the Speedy.

It's hugeeeeee on the wrist.

But stunning to look at

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subtona · 14 March 2017, 02:31 PM

fpj chrono bleu.

great blue dial

unique metal tantalum case

rose gold movement

classic proportions

if you've never experienced it, try to check it out before deciding.

regnant · 14 March 2017, 08:10 PM

Between these two A Lange Sohne, I would prefer the bottom one, Lange 1. It's however my most favorite model is Double Split. If money is no object for you, you should be buying it

KarlS · 14 March 2017, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by RUK

It's hugeeeeee on the wrist.

But stunning to look at

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I think its a great looking watch, the movement gorgeous but it just feels wrong on my wrist and looks like a hockey puck....i keep going backj and trying it on....but the wierd thing is that it is still too fat ....will try again in 3 months

waspy1 · 14 March 2017, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by KarlS

I think its a great looking watch, the movement gorgeous but it just feels wrong on my wrist and looks like a hockey puck....i keep going backj and trying it on....but the wierd thing is that it is still too fat ....will try again in 3 months

The fix for this is the old 1815 chronograph. Wears much better.

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KarlS · 14 March 2017, 08:40 PM

^^^ especially the boutique...real value for money

Le Chef · 15 March 2017, 01:09 AM

If you can find one. No longer sold as either a Boutique or regular AD model. I happen to think, while it lacks the big date of the Datograph it's a slimmer, more comfortable watch to wear on a daily basis.

lapince · 15 March 2017, 07:57 AM

I think you already have 2 dress watches, maybe you don't like but I think you lack a sports watch on rubber, Aquanaut or ROO, the ROO would be a real change in your collection, the Aqua would be a small change but still cool, a FPJ like was suggested is also very cool and nicer IMO

Hollister · 15 March 2017, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by RUK

What do you guys think? One vs the other vs something else?
Thanks

Great collection. Consider the FPJ chronometre blue, unique tantalum case, peerless gold movement and a stunning dial.

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...al-dress-watch

osamu · 15 March 2017, 08:15 AM

Saxonia is hard to beat for the price. My favorite is the 1815 up/down, but just knowing myself, would be hard to pay that over the Saxonia.

I love the idea of the FPJ CB as well, or maybe an H. Moser & Cie. for a dress watch.

wb55 · 15 March 2017, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lapince

I think you already have 2 dress watches, maybe you don't like but I think you lack a sports watch on rubber, Aquanaut or ROO, the ROO would be a real change in your collection, the Aqua would be a small change but still cool, a FPJ like was suggested is also very cool and nicer IMO

+1 I think the Aquanaut would really compliment your collection.

PJ S · 15 March 2017, 04:02 PM

GreenRust · 15 March 2017, 04:24 PM

Lange 1 - perhaps the 'Darth' model.

I think its model number 101.035 - platinum case, black dial, black date window - a very cool watch. Lange don't make it anymore, but it'd be pretty easy to find one second hand.

shafran · 15 March 2017, 07:35 PM

I have the old style dato in rg, great watch. FPJ or Lange are both amazing watches. I have tried Moser, much bigger than what you are considering. I would start with the Lange 1, you won't regret it.

TimeRookie · 15 March 2017, 09:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lapince

I think you already have 2 dress watches, maybe you don't like but I think you lack a sports watch on rubber, Aquanaut or ROO, the ROO would be a real change in your collection, the Aqua would be a small change but still cool, a FPJ like was suggested is also very cool and nicer IMO

I agree with this but, have you considered a rose gold Yachtmaster with the rubber strap. They're gorgeous!

Peterandwatches · 16 March 2017, 05:25 AM

Great collection, but I'd rather see a set of 3-4 pieces instead of 9. My two cents, and I fully understand if you like larger collections.

kunlun · 16 March 2017, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by PJ S

It's nice when you share a bunch of choices like this, thanks.

Vipes · 16 March 2017, 06:31 AM

Lange 1 is a good choice. I really like the new Saxonia moonphase but it is a little larger at 40mm.

paverman · 26 March 2017, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by KarlS

I think its a great looking watch, the movement gorgeous but it just feels wrong on my wrist and looks like a hockey puck....i keep going backj and trying it on....but the wierd thing is that it is still too fat ....will try again in 3 months

I suppose it all depends on body and wrist proportions. The Dato up/dw, imo, wears quite well, especially compared to the original. The larger diameter of the newer version makes it much better proportionally. I also have the Double Split, which is definitely tougher to pull off, especially with smaller wrists.
Now if we're talking hockey pucks, you need to try on one of the grand complications, that's a hockey puck. Just for the record, however, I wouldn't turn it down if given to me.😁

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14 March 2017, 08:17 AM	#1
RUK "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Ruk Location: .ie Watch: 5711,Sub,Daytona,P Posts: 1,232	What next? Lange? So this is what I have in the collection so far 5711,114060,116500, 16570,15313,Reverso duo,Speedmaster Professional,IWC Portofino Automatic RG I'd still like to add a Lange to the collection Had the Saxonia thin 37mm and the 38.5mm Lange 1 on my wrist and they both look good. This is the first time I had a sub 40mm Lange on and I'm very happy that the lugs don't push passed my wrist. What do you guys think? One vs the other vs something else? Thanks __________________ 'The best watch out there is the one you like the most'

14 March 2017, 02:31 PM	#13
subtona "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: gus Location: East Coast Watch: APK & sometimes Y Posts: 25,997	fpj chrono bleu. great blue dial unique metal tantalum case rose gold movement classic proportions if you've never experienced it, try to check it out before deciding. __________________

14 March 2017, 08:10 PM	#14
regnant "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Close to Rolex AD Posts: 3,474	Between these two A Lange Sohne, I would prefer the bottom one, Lange 1. It's however my most favorite model is Double Split. If money is no object for you, you should be buying it __________________

14 March 2017, 08:29 AM	#2
rfatm3f "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: NY Posts: 370	I would say your collection is missing a white metal dress watch. A Lange 1 in wg or platinum would be my choice.

14 March 2017, 10:32 AM	#3
GFONG "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Galen Location: SG / HK Watch: Lange / Rolex Posts: 2,810	My first choice is Saxonia Annual Calendar (Platinum or WG). My second choice is Saxonia Moon Phase (Pink Gold). Both have the big date. Personally I don't like the Thin is because it doesn't have the second hand. Otherwise it looks perfect and clean.

14 March 2017, 11:22 AM	#4
Squalex "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Canada Watch: Pam 510 Posts: 53	Love the Saxonia thin. Also the entire 1815 line

14 March 2017, 11:33 AM	#5
Jay (Eire) 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Real Name: @jb.watching Location: NYC Posts: 1,469	Were we not in a similar place a few months ago and you ended up with the IWC? In any event if the Saxonia comes in then I think your IWC is redundant. The L1 would be my choice therefore. Plus, I find the Saxsonia not that intereting as time only watches go. It's a little dull. 38.5mm is perfect. Looks great on your wrist btw.

14 March 2017, 11:44 AM	#6
mps354 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Real Name: Mike Location: CT Posts: 8,972	I like the saxonia thin

14 March 2017, 01:23 PM	#8
AK797 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Neil Location: UK Watch: ing ships roll in Posts: 59,237	Lange 1 MP or Dato.

14 March 2017, 01:36 PM	#9
Le Chef "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 2,005	Plain old Lange 1 in rg. Get that and you could lose the IWC. Or...buy a Lange Datograph in pt and hit the jackpot. No need then for either the Daytona or the Speedy.

14 March 2017, 08:40 PM	#17
KarlS Banned Join Date: Nov 2015 Real Name: Karl Location: Kuwait Posts: 5,228	^^^ especially the boutique...real value for money

15 March 2017, 07:57 AM	#19
lapince "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Mars Watch: 5712 Posts: 11,509	I think you already have 2 dress watches, maybe you don't like but I think you lack a sports watch on rubber, Aquanaut or ROO, the ROO would be a real change in your collection, the Aqua would be a small change but still cool, a FPJ like was suggested is also very cool and nicer IMO

15 March 2017, 08:15 AM	#21
osamu "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Honolulu Posts: 1,322	Saxonia is hard to beat for the price. My favorite is the 1815 up/down, but just knowing myself, would be hard to pay that over the Saxonia. I love the idea of the FPJ CB as well, or maybe an H. Moser & Cie. for a dress watch.

15 March 2017, 04:02 PM	#23
PJ S Banned Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: UK Posts: 3,990	https://www.chrono24.co.uk/alangesoe...-id3688759.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/alangesoe...-id5743862.htm If you went for either of those, I’d say it makes your IWC pretty redundant, so you might consider moving it on, even though it was bought not that long ago. Now for some of the lesser thought of options… https://www.chrono24.co.uk/bulgari/o...-id3822310.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/chopard/l...-id4508014.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/chopard/l...-id5751712.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/chopard/l...-id3356871.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/chopard/l...-id4062142.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/chopard/s...-id4351423.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/chopard/l...-id5587072.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/arnoldson...-id4918475.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/christiaa...-id5734179.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/girardper...-id5843964.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/girardper...-id4941436.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/girardper...-id4397550.htm https://www.chrono24.co.uk/girardper...-id5403231.htm

15 March 2017, 04:24 PM	#24
GreenRust "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Land of Guinness Posts: 187	Lange 1 - perhaps the 'Darth' model. I think its model number 101.035 - platinum case, black dial, black date window - a very cool watch. Lange don't make it anymore, but it'd be pretty easy to find one second hand.

15 March 2017, 07:35 PM	#25
shafran "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: woodmere,ny Posts: 557	I have the old style dato in rg, great watch. FPJ or Lange are both amazing watches. I have tried Moser, much bigger than what you are considering. I would start with the Lange 1, you won't regret it.

16 March 2017, 05:25 AM	#27
Peterandwatches "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: WA Watch: 5167/15400/Sub/JLC Posts: 1,023	Great collection, but I'd rather see a set of 3-4 pieces instead of 9. My two cents, and I fully understand if you like larger collections.

16 March 2017, 06:31 AM	#29
Vipes "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 4,838	Lange 1 is a good choice. I really like the new Saxonia moonphase but it is a little larger at 40mm.

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