A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange 232.026 18K White Gold Manual Wind

Description

A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange
Reference: 232.026
Condition: Pre-Owned

Specifications

• Case Material: 18K White Gold
• Case Size: 40.5mm
• Case Thickness: 10.5mm
• Lug Width: 20mm
• Crystal: Sapphire Crystal with Anti-Reflective Coating
• Dial: Argenté Solid Silver Dial with Black Roman Numerals and Heat-Blued Hands
• Bezel: Smooth Polished 18K White Gold
• Movement: A. Lange & Söhne Manufacture Caliber L041.2 Manual-Wind
• Power Reserve: Approximately 38 Hours
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Central Seconds with Stop-Seconds Mechanism
• Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
• Water Resistance: 30m / 3 Bar
• Strap: Black Hand-Stitched Alligator Leather Strap
• Clasp: 18K White Gold Pin Buckle
• Case Back: Sapphire Exhibition Case Back
• Condition: Pre-Owned

The A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Ref. 232.026 is one of the purest expressions of precision-focused German watchmaking. Inspired by the scientific observation watches developed by Richard Lange in the late nineteenth century, this elegant timepiece places exceptional legibility and chronometric performance above unnecessary complications. The argenté dial, crafted from solid silver, features crisp black Roman numerals, heat-blued hands, and a perfectly balanced regulator-inspired layout that reflects the precision instruments once used in observatories and laboratories. Housed in a beautifully proportioned 40.5mm 18K white gold case, the Richard Lange embodies understated sophistication that is instantly recognizable to discerning collectors.

Powering the watch is the hand-finished Lange Manufacture Caliber L041.2, a manual-wind movement composed of 199 individual components and meticulously decorated to the brand's uncompromising standards. Through the sapphire exhibition case back, the movement reveals untreated German silver plates, hand-engraved balance cock, screwed gold chatons, blued screws, and traditional Glashütte finishing. Equipped with a stop-seconds mechanism for precise time setting and delivering a 38-hour power reserve, the L041.2 exemplifies the extraordinary craftsmanship that has established A. Lange & Söhne among the world's finest watchmakers.

The Richard Lange collection has become a favorite among collectors who appreciate discreet haute horlogerie over overt luxury. Combining timeless aesthetics, exceptional movement finishing, and a direct connection to Lange's historical pursuit of precision, the 232.026 represents one of the most elegant and technically refined dress watches in contemporary watchmaking.

Alexanders Jewelers is located in Columbus, Ohio and has specialized in luxury watches and fine jewelry for over 20 years. We are members of Jewelers of America and the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating. Every pre-owned luxury timepiece is carefully inspected for authenticity and condition. We offer financing options and accept all major credit cards and wire transfers.