A. Lange & Söhne has once again raised the bar at Watches & Wonders 2025, presenting three new models—totaling four watches—that exemplify the brand’s uncompromising approach to haute horlogerie. The collection includes the Saxonia Minute Repeater Perpetual, the Honey Gold Odysseus, and the 1815 in 34mm (available in both rose and white gold). While each piece is exceptional, the smallest—the 1815—left perhaps the most lasting impression.
The Saxonia Minute Repeater Perpetual: A Symphony of Complexity
True to its name, the Minute Repeater Perpetual combines two of watchmaking’s most challenging complications with signature Lange elegance. At its heart lies the new caliber L122.2, a 640-part masterpiece finished to the brand’s exacting standards. Departing slightly from tradition, the untreated Glashütte three-quarter plate features a frosted finish instead of ribbing—a subtle change that reportedly complicates assembly but enhances visual harmony, drawing focus to the black-polished hammers, governor, and hand-engraved balance cock.
The repeater mechanism itself is a marvel of engineering. Unlike typical designs, the L122.2 skips unnecessary quarter-hour chimes during the first 14 minutes, eliminating awkward pauses. Additional refinements include a safety lock to prevent repeater activation while setting the time and a patented hammer blocker to avoid double strikes.
Complementing this acoustic artistry is a perpetual calendar with a big date and a moonphase accurate to 122.6 years. The four-part black enamel dial, crafted from white gold, offers remarkable depth and legibility despite its complexity. Housed in a 40.5mm x 12.1mm platinum case, the watch feels substantial yet wearable. Limited to 50 pieces, it carries a price tag exceeding $750,000.
The Odysseus in Honey Gold: Warmth Meets Strength
The Odysseus enters new territory with its first full Honey Gold iteration—Lange’s proprietary alloy, prized for its durability and subdued luster. While the design remains faithful to the integrated-bracelet sports watch (if “sports” involves more yachting than yachting), the 40.5mm case and deep brown dial create a rich, almost vintage aesthetic.
Limited to 100 pieces and rumored to cost around $110,000, the Honey Gold Odysseus is powered by the familiar L155.1 Datomatic movement, featuring a platinum rotor and 50-hour power reserve. Its brushed and polished surfaces play brilliantly with light, making it a standout in the collection.
The 1815 in 34mm: A Return to Classic Proportions
The 1815 34mm marks Lange’s first sub-36mm release in nearly two decades—a nod to the brand’s 1994 debut, when the 34mm Saxonia defined its early identity. Named for founder Ferdinand Adolph Lange’s birth year, the 1815 line embodies traditional design: printed serif numerals, a railroad minute track, and no appliqués.
The new L152.1 movement (Lange’s 75th caliber) is a feat of miniaturization, packing 171 parts into a 28.1mm x 2.9mm footprint while delivering a 72-hour power reserve. Its German silver bridges, Glashütte-ribbed three-quarter plate, and hand-engraved balance cock uphold Lange’s decorative standards.
Available in white gold with a blue dial/strap or rose gold with a brown strap, the 6.4mm-thick case wears elegantly even on smaller wrists. The dial’s meticulous balance—sub-seconds placement, optimized typography—makes it arguably more harmonious than its 38.5mm sibling.
A Triumph of Heritage and Innovation
From the technical tour de force of the Minute Repeater Perpetual to the understated perfection of the 1815, Lange’s 2025 offerings reaffirm its mastery of both complexity and restraint. Each piece—whether limited-edition grandeur or everyday elegance—speaks to the brand’s unwavering philosophy: no detail is too small, no standard too high.
For collectors, these watches aren’t merely instruments of timekeeping but heirlooms in the making—testaments to what happens when tradition and innovation collide at the highest level.
