A. Lange and Sohne 234.026 1815 Up/Down 18K White Gold Silver Dial

The A. Lange and Sohne 1815 Up/Down Reference 234.026 is a compelling expression of the Saxon brand’s pursuit of balance between technical mastery and refined elegance. Introduced around 2014, this reference is immediately recognizable for its argenté silver dial, subtly grained and meticulously legible, encased in 18K white gold. The dial features A. Lange and Sohne’s iconic UP/DOWN power reserve indicator, a nod to historical marine chronometers and a heritage hallmark of the house. Within beats the manual winding caliber L051.2, composed of 245 parts and finished to Lange’s peerless German standard, offering a 72-hour power reserve and a small seconds subdial at 4:30. The crisp Arabic numerals and railroad minute track evoke vintage precision instruments, while the svelte 8.7mm thickness and 39mm diameter ensure an ideal presence on the wrist, balancing modern wearability with classic proportions. Collectors prize this reference for its purity of execution and the elegant complication layout, both visually and mechanically balanced. The watch is fitted with a hand-stitched black alligator leather strap, chosen to accentuate the restrained luxury of the white gold case. This reference embodies the ethos of Lange: understated, technically rigorous, and historically resonant, making it a must-have for connoisseurs of German haute horlogerie. Like New with A. Lange and Sohne box and papers dated 2023.