Unveiling A. Lange & Söhne’s 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar
It’s been a decade since A. Lange & Söhne first introduced the magnificent 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar, a timepiece that made waves alongside the Grand Complication. It was greeted with fanfare, praise, and a sprinkling of critique. Now, the renowned German watchmaker has released a limited edition of this stunner, sporting a beautiful salmon dial (which, for Lange, is synonymous with solid pink gold).
Classy Details and Design
This time, the 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar graces us in a three-piece case of 18-carat white gold. With dimensions unchanged since 2013 and an intelligent bezel design, this timepiece deftly negotiates the fine line between sophistication and bulkiness. Its functionality includes split-seconds chronograph features and various date adjustments, all controlled by bevelled push-pieces and recessed pushers. Oh, and did we mention the stunning dial of solid 18k pink gold?
Stunning Dial Design
The dial, a layered masterpiece, presents a traditional design reminiscent of early pocket watches. Its main dial, adorned with black Arabic numerals and a railway minute track, is a sight to behold. But it’s in the fine details where the watch truly shines – from the rhodiumed steel and blued steel hands to the power reserve, leap year, and moon phase indications.
Exquisite Movement and Craftsmanship
Flip the watch over and you’re greeted with the manually wound calibre L101.1. This traditionally designed movement is assembled and decorated by hand, boasting an impressive 631 components. The movement decoration is immaculate, displaying classic Lange finishing techniques such as screwed gold chatons, blued screws, a whiplash precision index adjuster, and a hand-engraved balance cock.
Limited and Exclusive
This limited edition of the 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar is finished with a dark brown hand-stitched alligator leather strap and a deployant buckle in 18-carat white gold. With only 100 pieces made, it’s sold exclusively through A. Lange & Söhne boutiques. As for the price? Let’s just say you’d better be ready to part with over 200k.
Key Points
- New limited edition 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar with a salmon dial by A. Lange & Söhne
- Crafted in 18-carat white gold with the same dimensions as its 2013 predecessor
- Offers features such as a split-seconds chronograph and various date adjustments
- Dial is a layered structure of solid 18k pink gold, Arabic numerals, and a railway minute track
- Powered by the manually wound calibre L101.1, decorated with classic Lange finishing techniques
- Limited to 100 pieces and sold exclusively through A. Lange & Söhne boutiques
Final Thoughts
In a world where watches are becoming increasingly complex and multifunctional, the 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar by A. Lange & Söhne is a refreshing nod to classic watchmaking. With its traditional design, meticulous attention to detail, and high-end materials, this limited edition timepiece not only tells the time but tells a story of craftsmanship and elegance. It might come with a hefty price tag, but when it comes to owning a piece of horological history, can we really put a price on perfection?
