Lange 1 in stainless steel at Dr. Crott, November 2014

Auctions · · by Christian Bissener


Stainless steel A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 with silver dial, outsize date and brown leather strap

A. Lange & Söhne normally cased its watches in precious metals, which makes this Lange 1 from 1998 in stainless steel a very special piece. According to Dr. Crott’s research, it is only the fourth example known to have appeared at auction. It was offered at the Dr. Crott sale on 15 November 2014 (lot 39280, estimate 100,000–120,000 €).

Caseback of the steel Lange 1 showing the engraved movement
The engraved movement through the display back

Photographs: Dr. Crott.