8067Σ
A. Lange & Söhne
Ref. 308.021
Langematik Big Date
An exquisite yellow gold wristwatch with date, small seconds, guarantee and presentation box
- Estimate
- HK$80,000 - 140,000€8,800 - 15,300$10,300 - 17,900
HK$139,700
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- A. Lange & Söhne
- Year
- Circa 1999, Germany
- Reference No
- 308.021
- Movement No
- 9698
- Case No
- 119’739
- Model Name
- Langematik Big Date
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Automatic, cal. L 921.4, 45 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K yellow gold A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 37mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne guarantee certificate stamped Andreas Huber GmbH & Co., Germany dated June 1999 and fitted presentation box.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
• In 1997, A. Lange & Söhne introduced the Langematik as the brand’s first collection of automatic watches. It debuted in two versions: one with the signature Big Date complication and one without, which the Big Date is slightly bigger and thicker in size. Accordingly, the movements differ: the no-date version uses calibre L921.2, and the big date version uses L921.4.
• Design-wise, Langematik models feature sharp, luminous hands paired with elongated baton hour markers. The proportions are well-balanced, making excellent use of dial space. The layout is visually symmetrical, with the “Sax-0-Mat” inscription at 4 o’clock adding a subtle yet distinctive touch. One could argue that Langematik was among the brand’s first forays into sporty-elegant design. It reflects early Lange’s willingness to experiment and embrace a touch of unconventional flair.
• The present example, in excellent condition and accompanied with its original accessories, features a blue seconds hand. This charming detail can also be found on the platinum variant as well. It introduces a hint of colour that contrasts nicely with the broader hands, enhancing the dial’s character. Langematik watches possess a quiet confidence. Their simplicity doesn’t strive for attention, yet the overall composition exudes a strong, timeless personality that sets them apart from more recent models.
• Design-wise, Langematik models feature sharp, luminous hands paired with elongated baton hour markers. The proportions are well-balanced, making excellent use of dial space. The layout is visually symmetrical, with the “Sax-0-Mat” inscription at 4 o’clock adding a subtle yet distinctive touch. One could argue that Langematik was among the brand’s first forays into sporty-elegant design. It reflects early Lange’s willingness to experiment and embrace a touch of unconventional flair.
• The present example, in excellent condition and accompanied with its original accessories, features a blue seconds hand. This charming detail can also be found on the platinum variant as well. It introduces a hint of colour that contrasts nicely with the broader hands, enhancing the dial’s character. Langematik watches possess a quiet confidence. Their simplicity doesn’t strive for attention, yet the overall composition exudes a strong, timeless personality that sets them apart from more recent models.
A. Lange & Söhne
German | 1845Originally founded in 1845 by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in Glashütte, Dresden, Germany, the firm established an entire watchmaking culture and industry in Glashütte. The brand quickly became Germany's finest watchmaker, first creating dependable, easy-to-repair watches before going on to produce some of the world's finest complicated pocket watches, including Grande Sonnerie watches, tourbillon watches and Grande Complications.
On the final day of World War II, their factories were destroyed by Russian bombers, and in 1948 the brand was confiscated by the Soviet Union. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Ferdinand's great grandson Walter Lange re-established the brand with the objective to once again produce top-quality luxury watches. Now part of the Richemont Group, its original vintage and modern creations are highly coveted by collectors. Key models from the modern era include the Lange 1, Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon and the Zeitwerk.
Browse MakerOn the final day of World War II, their factories were destroyed by Russian bombers, and in 1948 the brand was confiscated by the Soviet Union. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, Ferdinand's great grandson Walter Lange re-established the brand with the objective to once again produce top-quality luxury watches. Now part of the Richemont Group, its original vintage and modern creations are highly coveted by collectors. Key models from the modern era include the Lange 1, Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon and the Zeitwerk.