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| A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date Rose Gold
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A. Lange & Söhne has refreshed its Zeitwerk Date, arguably its most avant-garde collection, with a new look in pink gold and a dark gray dial. Joining the existing white gold model, the new Zeitwerk Date enters regular production and is powered by the iconic L043.8 caliber, which features a constant-force mechanism and a digital time display.
The Zeitwerk Date is one of A. Lange & Söhne's simplest watches—just the time and date—yet one of the brand's most technically complex creations. Despite its low production volume and mechanical complexity, the Zeitwerk remains one of A. Lange & Söhne's most iconic models, alongside the Lange 1 and Datograph, thanks to its striking design that defies the brand's typically staid aesthetic.
While the original Zeitwerk Date in white gold was the first of the second-generation Zeitwerk collection, featuring a radical overhaul of the Zeitwerk movement, the new model offers a stylistic shift that fills a gap in the collection. It offers a wider range of options (really, just one or the other) for those who desire a more complex Zeitwerk than the base model but don't want to completely abandon the Zeitwerk Minute Repeater, which costs five times more.replica luxury watches
The original Zeitwerk Date was an excellent watch, even a masterpiece, both inside and out, and this model is no different—though it could have been released earlier. It remains large, but its size is appropriate given its internal construction. In fact, the Zeitwerk Date remains the most compact and complex Zeitwerk watch.
The Zeitwerk has long been far more than just a watch that displays the time. Its simple display belies the complexity of its movement. The Zeitwerk Date's L043.8 caliber boasts over 500 parts, nearly 100 more than the Datograph's L951 caliber.
Date Mechanism
In typical Lange fashion, the date is more than just a standard date indicator. The Zeitwerk Date features a printed glass ring around the dial; this ring is fixed to the dial and displays transparent date numerals against a light gray background. Below the glass ring is a rotating ring with red accents, indicating the date, reminiscent of another German brand.
While this date watch's appearance is simple and functional, its complexity goes far beyond its dial, with the movement comprising 65 more parts than the average Zeitwerk watch. This is because this date watch is more technically unique than aesthetically. replica Richard Mille watches
Of course, the date jumps instantaneously at midnight, synchronizing with the precise jumps in the time display. Its mechanism is similar to the instantaneous minute totalizer on the Datograph, using a snail-shaped cam to store energy and then release it instantly to drive the date ring.
Even setting the date requires an innovative mechanism. The date is advanced via a push-button at 8 o'clock, but when the button is released, it jumps over the date ring, rather than by pressing a button as is common in watchmaking. This all-or-nothing mechanism relies on a spring to advance the date, rather than a push-rod. This design stems from the limited space within the movement—the Zeitwerk Date is not much thicker than the original—and is intended to enhance date setting reliability.
The front of the L043.8 is clean and simple, while the back reveals its exquisite craftsmanship. As with all Zeitwerk watches, the first thing that catches the eye is the intricately designed constant-force mechanism bridge. Beneath this bridge lies the constant-force mechanism, responsible for the jumping hour display. This mechanism unlocks once every minute, releasing a powerful force to advance the disc.
At the center of the bridge is a jewel-set pallet fork, which locks and releases the mechanism once every minute. Beneath the pallet fork is a tiny coil spring that stores and releases the constant-force mechanism's energy.
An air brake, similar to that found in striking clocks, is located on one side of the escapement lever. It regulates the sudden release of energy, preventing it from damaging the mechanism.
The constant-force mechanism is housed within an aperture on the three-quarter plate. Perhaps controversially, Lange abandoned the polished chamfers around the edges of the aperture in the second-generation caliber. I appreciate this aesthetic simplicity, but I understand why some dislike it.
Another striking detail in the movement is the oversized transparent sapphire on the fourth gear. It reminds me of the decorative "Liverpool window" jewels that were briefly popular in British watchmaking, but here it is designed to facilitate the watchmaker's use during assembly, particularly for adjusting the constant-force mechanism. replica Jacob & Co. watches
As one of the second-generation Zeitwerk calibers, the L043.8 boasts an extended power reserve of 72 hours (compared to 36 hours in the original), provided by two stacked barrels, both using mainsprings of the same length but reduced width as the original.
This modification to the power supply did come at a cost. First, the vintage-style vertical barrel with the Maltese cross motif and the stopper, which added visual interest, were removed. Secondly, its balance is noticeably weakened, but most people are happy to accept this compromise.
Still Thick
Surprisingly, the Zeitwerk Date is only 0.1mm taller than the regular Zeitwerk, and the 2.3mm-wider case makes it appear even slimmer.
Despite its larger size, its dimensions (44.2mm wide and 12.2mm high) are quite reasonable—about a millimeter thinner than the Datograph—and the case back doesn't protrude as much as the Datograph.
Another unique feature of the second-generation watch is the pusher at the four o'clock position (where it's usually located), which allows for independent adjustment of the hours, making time setting faster. Although the Zeitwerk lacks dual time zones, it still makes for a good travel watch. https://www.grand-watch.co
Another pusher, unique to the Zeitwerk Date, is used to adjust the calendar. The clever construction of the date-setting mechanism saves space and effectively prevents errors.
This watch also features a transparent gemstone set next to the minute display on the dial. This jewel has a practical function, but its color is purely aesthetic, as a traditional red ruby would have detracted from the beauty of the dial. Curiously, the jewel is set in white gold, rather than rose gold, to match the case metal; as with the non-date Zeitwerk, the setting matches the case metal.
A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date Rose Gold
Ref. 148.033
Diameter: 44.2 mm
Height: 12.3 mm
Crystal: Sapphire crystal
Material: Rose gold
Water resistance: 30 meters
Movement: L043.8
Functions: Digital hours and minutes, power reserve indicator, and date
Winding: Manual
Frequency: 18,000 vibrations per hour (2.5 Hz)
Power reserve: 72 hours
Strap: Alligator leather with pin buckle
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