Lange 1815 chrono vs Vacheron Cornes De Vache

[AlyRba]

Hey,

Which one will you choose and why? Also, for your pick, mention the version you will go with. This should be fun.

[jag32]

The Vacheron Constantin. So rich in history and such a classic.

[TJMike]

Lange movements are stunning; the dials generally not so much. This is true on the 1815 chrono.

I have never had the desire to buy a chrono. But I am very tempted by the steel Cornes de Vache. The Cornes de Vache is an immaculate watch.

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by jag32

The Vacheron Constantin. So rich in history and such a classic.

+1. Few chronographs, if any, look better. It also holds its value relatively well.

[ReturningSon]

1815 (especially the boutique white edition). Having seen both the VC (in PM) and the 1815 Chrono, the Lange's movement has a visceral sense of depth and "gilding". Not that the VC doesn't, it just seemed more definitive in real life. Also the 1815 Chrono wore "heavier" than the VC which seemed to settle it more on my wrist (plus I like the weight). 1815 Chrono all the way.

[agentmeister5]

I voted for the 1815 chronograph. The movement, imo, just looks better and I like the understated dials. It's hard to pick which version I like best because they each look so gorgeous irl. Personally, I'm torn between the white gold, black dial and the boutique edition with the rose gold, black dial being a clear third option for me and the rose gold, white dial being the fourth option.

[AlyRba]

Originally Posted by agentmeister5

I voted for the 1815 chronograph. The movement, imo, just looks better and I like the understated dials. It's hard to pick which version I like best because they each look so gorgeous irl. Personally, I'm torn between the white gold, black dial and the boutique edition with the rose gold, black dial being a clear third option for me and the rose gold, white dial being the fourth option.

Interesting. I had the chance to try the 1815 RG black dial and white dial versions during a recent trip to Boston. The black dial was very meh whereas I liked the white dial. I haven’t had the chance to try either the boutique version or the WG black dial which seem to be crowd favorites on the forums.

[kunlun]

The VC easily. It's beautiful and one of the nicest watches VC makes. For wearing and enjoying a watch, I would choose it over a Patek 5170 and hands down over the 1815.

[Roger Lococco]

The Vacheron wins this on easily. Both nice watches though.


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[MichaelFlash]

Tough call. if vs, white dialed 1815: VC especially in pink gold case. If vs. black dialed 1815: 1815 especially in pink gold.

[KBM]

Wow, this one is tough.

Funnily, these are exactly the 2 manual wind chronos (Platinum VC and RG/black dial ALS) that I have on my wish list. I've tried both on and it's really a toss up for me, although I'm leaning a little towards the Lange, mainly because I have no colored metal piece in the collection right now. If I didn't already own the 5905, perhaps the VC would be a hair in front in this race.

This thread needs pics (all borrowed from the web):

[KBM]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

+1. Few chronographs, if any, look better. It also holds its value relatively well.

Love the VC, but it takes a bath on the market. The pt version can be had for mid 40's (70k msrp).

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by kauebm

Love the VC, but it takes a bath on the market. The pt version can be had for mid 40's (70k msrp).

Should have caveat that I was referring to the RG version (which would be my choice). For a PM non-sports watch, it's not that bad. Sells for $54k. There are 5 for sale on Chrono24 now, average selling price is around 50k. Granted those are all unworn, but there is an apparent dearth of used RG cornes de vache; which is a pretty good thing for resale.

The 1815 chrono goes for $50k and there are a plethora of options for under $40k on chrono24.

[_speedmaster_]

Does anyone else wish Lange had their sub-registers in the middle of the dial?

[KBM]

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

Should have caveat that I was referring to the RG version (which would be my choice). For a PM non-sports watch, it's not that bad. Sells for $54k. There are 5 for sale on Chrono24 now, average selling price is around 50k. Granted those are all unworn, but there is an apparent dearth of used RG cornes de vache; which is a pretty good thing for resale.

The 1815 chrono goes for $50k and there are a plethora of options for under $40k on chrono24.

Ah, understood. It's interesting how it really depends on the specific version one is looking into. The 1815 chrono suffers the same fate: for the RG/black dial version, which is the one I like the most, it's really hard to find a deal, while the white dial version can be had for a bargain in some cases.

Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

Does anyone else wish Lange had their sub-registers in the middle of the dial?

I've thought long and hard about that. It bothered me more in the beginning, now I think I've grown used to it and see that as a Lange trait. IIRC, the Patek 5170's also aren't perfectly centered at the 9-3 axis.

Edit. If I were to find fault with the Lange, I'd prefer the 9 and 3 numerals weren't cut.

[agentmeister5]

Originally Posted by AlyRba

Interesting. I had the chance to try the 1815 RG black dial and white dial versions during a recent trip to Boston. The black dial was very meh whereas I liked the white dial. I haven’t had the chance to try either the boutique version or the WG black dial which seem to be crowd favorites on the forums.

Don't get me wrong, I like the white dial too and could easily see myself getting it instead of any of the others but the white/RG with the blued steel hands is a look that can be found throughout the 1815 line whereas the black dials aren't as common in the line. I'm still debating on what dress watch I want and don't want to make any rushed decisions but if I were to get the 1815 chronograph, my mood might influence my decision when it comes time to buy. Sometimes I feel the white/RG might be the easiest to dress down given the blued steel hands and while the boutique edition is preferred over the RG, it's blue numbers might look a bit too formal in comparison, same with both black dial models.

[_speedmaster_]

Originally Posted by kauebm

Ah, understood. It's interesting how it really depends on the specific version one is looking into. The 1815 chrono suffers the same fate: for the RG/black dial version, which is the one I like the most, it's really hard to find a deal, while the white dial version can be had for a bargain in some cases.



I've thought long and hard about that. It bothered me more in the beginning, now I think I've grown used to it and see that as a Lange trait. IIRC, the Patek 5170's also aren't perfectly centered at the 9-3 axis.

Edit. If I were to find fault with the Lange, I'd prefer the 9 and 3 numerals weren't cut.

It might be people not wanting to pay PM premiums for a watch that looks like SS. That said, both the 1815 chrono and the cornes de vache look better in non-white metals in my opinion. So I can see why they'd be more popular in that regard too.

I guess my two faults with the 1815 chrono are the sub-register position and I generally prefer old-school pump pushers. Minor gripes, and it's still an excellent watch. If it weren't for the cornes de vache, this would be what I'd lust after from a chrono perspective.

[Justindo]

That's a tough choice as both are truly sublime. I do think Lange wins when it comes to the movement, finishing, pusher feel, and value (both new and used) but the VC is gorgeous and really nails the vintage look. Which speaks to you more? For what it's worth, I have the 1815 Chronograph 2nd generation in rose gold and I plan on getting a Cornes de Vache in platinum next year but the rose gold version is really beautiful too.