829Σ
A. Lange & Söhne
Ref. 701.001
Tourbillon Pour Le Mérite
An early, extremely well-preserved and attractive limited edition yellow gold tourbillon wristwatch with fusée and chain mechanism, power reserve indication, guarantee and presentation box, numbered 91 of a limited edition of 150 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$800,000 - 1,600,000€88,400 - 177,000$103,000 - 205,000
HK$1,524,000
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- A. Lange & Söhne
- Year
- Circa 1998
- Reference No
- 701.001
- Movement No
- 425
- Case No
- 110’341, 91/150
- Model Name
- Tourbillon Pour Le Mérite
- Material
- 18K yellow gold
- Calibre
- Manual, L902.0, 29 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- Crocodile
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K yellow gold A. Lange & Söhne pin buckle
- Dimensions
- 38.5mm diameter
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by A. Lange & Söhne guarantee stamped Dubail Paris dated 11th July 1998, instruction manual, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
When A. Lange & Söhne unveiled its inaugural collection on October 24, 1994, at Dresden Castle, it marked a significant milestone in horological history. Walter Lange, Günter Blümlein and Hartmut Knothe introduced four groundbreaking timepieces: the Lange 1, the Arkade, the Saxonia and the Tourbillon Pour le Mérite. Each watch featured a unique calibre, highlighting the brand's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship.
While the Lange 1 garnered attention for its distinctive design, the Tourbillon Pour le Mérite emerged as the collection's horological masterpiece. Named after one of Germany's highest orders of merit, this timepiece set new standards in watchmaking complexity. Notably, it was the very watch worn by its founders during the launch, with Walter Lange choosing the yellow gold variant numbered 1 and Günter Blümlein opting for the platinum version numbered 1.
The Tourbillon Pour le Mérite's standout feature is its fusée-and-chain transmission, a first in wristwatches. This constant force mechanism enhances accuracy by equalizing the mainspring's power delivery. The L902.0 caliber, developed in collaboration with renowned movement specialists Renaud and Papi, Günther Blümlein and the Grönefeld brothers, offers a mesmerizing view of its 636-part fusée-and-chain system, signature engraved balance cock, and exquisite perlage finishing.
Production was limited to 200 pieces in precious metals and 1 piece in steel:
18K yellow gold: 106 examples
18K white gold: 20 examples (19 with blue dials, 1 with black dial)
18K pink gold: 24 examples
Platinum: 50 examples
Steel: 1 example
This watch shows a charming patina, presented in attractive condition and comes with its guarantee and accessories. This timepiece is undoubtedly an innovative design, showcasing mechanical inventions that establish Glashütte as a hallmark of quality and precision among collectors and enthusiasts of fine watchmaking.
While the Lange 1 garnered attention for its distinctive design, the Tourbillon Pour le Mérite emerged as the collection's horological masterpiece. Named after one of Germany's highest orders of merit, this timepiece set new standards in watchmaking complexity. Notably, it was the very watch worn by its founders during the launch, with Walter Lange choosing the yellow gold variant numbered 1 and Günter Blümlein opting for the platinum version numbered 1.
The Tourbillon Pour le Mérite's standout feature is its fusée-and-chain transmission, a first in wristwatches. This constant force mechanism enhances accuracy by equalizing the mainspring's power delivery. The L902.0 caliber, developed in collaboration with renowned movement specialists Renaud and Papi, Günther Blümlein and the Grönefeld brothers, offers a mesmerizing view of its 636-part fusée-and-chain system, signature engraved balance cock, and exquisite perlage finishing.
Production was limited to 200 pieces in precious metals and 1 piece in steel:
18K yellow gold: 106 examples
18K white gold: 20 examples (19 with blue dials, 1 with black dial)
18K pink gold: 24 examples
Platinum: 50 examples
Steel: 1 example
This watch shows a charming patina, presented in attractive condition and comes with its guarantee and accessories. This timepiece is undoubtedly an innovative design, showcasing mechanical inventions that establish Glashütte as a hallmark of quality and precision among collectors and enthusiasts of fine watchmaking.
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.