Richard Lange 18K White Gold Silver Dial | Ref. 232.026 | 2019 Full Set

The Story

The A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange is a profound homage to the pursuit of absolute chronometric precision. Named after the eldest son of founder Ferdinand Adolph Lange—the brilliant metallurgist who patented the addition of beryllium to watch hairsprings—the Richard Lange line steps away from the asymmetrical layouts of the Lange 1 to champion classical German observatory watch heritage. This 40.5mm white gold masterpiece (Ref. 232.026) is engineered for the purist collector. It strips away modern distractions, calendars, and sub-dials to present timekeeping in its highest, most rigorous scientific form, wrapped in quiet, aristocratic luxury.

The Craft: Saxon Silver & Breathtaking Architecture

The 40.5mm case is masterfully cast in solid 18K white gold, offering a substantial yet incredibly elegant heft on the wrist with a versatile thickness that slips effortlessly beneath tailored cuffs. The dial is crafted from a solid plate of sterling silver, treated to a frosted finish that gives it a velvety, ivory-like tone. It serves as a stark, high-contrast background for the crisp black Roman numerals, the outer railway track, and the star of the show: the three central hands crafted from steel and meticulously heat-blued to a deep cornflower azure.

Turn the watch over, and you enter what collectors widely consider the most beautiful view in high watchmaking. The manual-winding manufacture movement is built according to historic Saxon traditions. It features the signature three-quarter plate forged from untreated German gümüşü (German silver), which will develop a rich, golden patina over time. Every element is finished to fanatical standards, boasting screwed gold chatons, flame-blued screws, mirror-polished bevels, and a balance cock that is entirely hand-engraved by a master artisan, making each movement completely unique.

Condition & 2019 Presentation Full Set

This exceptional Richard Lange is presented in Very Good overall condition, exhibiting only minimal, faint signs of careful occasional wear along its white gold facets. The sapphire crystal is entirely flawless, and the movement operates with perfect chronometric accuracy. The watch remains fitted on its original blue alligator leather strap, which is in excellent condition and comfortably accommodates a wrist size up to approximately 17.5 cm.

It is delivered as a Complete True Full Set, arriving with its original heavy leather Lange presentation box, outer packaging, official user manuals, and the original international warranty documentation dated in 2019. Backed by our 1-year Honeyrock mechanical warranty, this discreetly elegant Grail watch represents an elite tier of independent German watchmaking excellence.