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130 - A.LANGE & SÖHNE Lange 1 Time Zone Ref.
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Estimate €20,000 - €30,000
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A.LANGE & SÖHNE Lange 1 Time Zone Ref. 116.025 No. 167546 Circa 2005 Platinum (950) wristwatch with world time and second time zone Case: round, sapphire crystal caseback with screw-down closure; two pushers on the side of the case allow the time zone to be adjusted; signed Dial: silvered with off-centre hour and minute hands, applied Roman numerals and hour markers, small seconds, power reserve indicator, Large Date at top right, small sub-dial at bottom right for the second time zone; the outer ring features a list of cities representing the different time zones and universal time; the small disc with a blue sector indicates the remaining energy in the mainspring, signed Movement: mechanical, set with jewels, ¾ plate, cal. L 031.1, twin barrels, hand-engraved balance bridge, micrometric adjustment, signed Buckle: platinum pin buckle, signed Diameter: 42 mm Gross weight: 148.40 g. Includes: watch box and outer box, an instruction manual, a time zone map, a service booklet. Provenance: Collection of a Parisian collector.   A platinum manual-winding wristwatch with world time indication and second time zone. With box and outer packaging, product literature. From the collection of a Parisian collector. The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Time Zone ref. 116.025 is one of the most sought-after models in the collection. Crafted from 950 platinum with a rhodium-plated silver dial, it was produced from 2005 to 2019 and occupies a unique place amongst the manufacture’s great travel watches. Designed to meet the needs of international travellers, the Lange 1 Time Zone offers an original and particularly intuitive interpretation of the world time complication. Its dial combines the home time, a second time zone and a city ring, whilst maintaining excellent legibility. Time Zone Function Unlike a conventional GMT watch, the Time Zone utilises a city ring. The main dial indicates the home time, whilst the sub-dial at 5 o’clock displays the local time of the selected time zone. A pusher at 8 o’clock simultaneously advances the selected city and the corresponding local time. Each display also features its own day/night indicator. Collectors’ appeal Produced in limited quantities, the platinum Ref. 116.025 ranks among the most prestigious versions of the first Lange 1 Time Zone. It is now widely regarded as one of the most accomplished travel watches in contemporary haute horlogerie, both for its ergonomics and the clarity of its display. One detail particularly appreciated by enthusiasts is worth noting: the reference time displays Berlin’s time zone as the reference for the UTC+1 time zone (large dial on the left), which is the same time zone as Paris – a distinctive feature that further enhances the appeal of this model. The Lange 1 Time Zone is one of the most iconic and refined creations from the A. Lange & Söhne manufacture. It combines the iconic architecture of the Lange 1 — instantly recognisable — with a particularly elegant and functional GMT complication.   The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 Time Zone ref. 116.025 is among the most sought-after versions of the collection. Crafted in 950 platinum with a rhodium-plated silver dial, it was produced from 2005 to 2019 and holds a distinctive place amongst the manufacture’s finest travel watches. Designed to meet the needs of international travellers, the Lange 1 Time Zone offers an original and highly intuitive interpretation of the world-time complication. Its dial combines home time, a second time zone and a city ring whilst maintaining exceptional legibility. Time Zone Function Unlike a conventional GMT watch, the Time Zone utilises a rotating city ring. The main dial displays home time, whilst the subsidiary dial at 5 o’clock indicates the local time of the selected time zone. A pusher located at 8 o’clock simultaneously advances the selected city and the corresponding local time. Each display is also fitted with its own day/night indicator. Collectability Produced in limited quantities, the platinum ref. 116.025 ranks amongst the most prestigious versions of the first-generation Lange 1 Time Zone. Today, it is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished travel watches in contemporary haute horlogerie, admired for both its ergonomic design and the clarity of its display. Collectors particularly appreciate one distinctive detail: the reference time display uses Berlin as the representative city for the UTC+1 time zone on the main dial – the same time zone as Paris. This subtle feature further enhances the appeal of the model. The Lange 1 Time Zone is one of A. Lange & Söhne’s most iconic and refined creations. It combines the instantly recognisable architecture of the Lange 1 with an exceptionally elegant and functional dual-time complication. CONDITION REPORT: Movement operational at the time of catalogue compilation. Scratches and signs of wear; refurbishment and servicing recommended. Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee is given as to their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to check the watch’s water resistance. Any information provided regarding restoration, damage or the state of preservation is subject to the buyer’s own judgement. The absence of any indication of replacement parts, restoration or damage does not in any way imply that an item is free from any existing defects. All items presented may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures.  *We advise potential buyers that straps made from the leather of protected species are displayed but not sold with the watches. Artcurial reserves the right to remove these straps in the event of importation.   CONDITION REPORT: The movement was running at the time of cataloguing. The watch shows scratches and signs of wear throughout. Refinishing is recommended. Servicing is also recommended. Please note that all watches are sold “as is”. No warranty is given regarding their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Prospective buyers are advised to have the water resistance of the watch checked by a qualified watchmaker. Any statements concerning restoration, damage, or overall condition reflect our opinion and remain subject to the buyer’s personal assessment. The absence of any reference to replacement parts, restoration or damage does not imply that an item is free from defects. All watches offered for sale may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original components. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only and should be considered approximate. *Please note that straps made from materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (e.g. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these straps prior to dispatch.
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