Description
Founded in 1845 by Ferdinand Adolph Lange in Glashütte, A. Lange & Söhne has maintained its position as Germany’s premier watchmaking house. After a 40-year interruption during the East German period, the brand was revived in 1990 by Walter Lange, great-grandson of the founder, preserving its legacy of excellence.
Case Construction
The case architecture demonstrates exceptional attention to detail:
External Dimensions
- Case diameter: 40.0mm precisely
- Case height: 9.8mm
- Lug-to-lug distance: 47.2mm
- Lug width: 20mm
Case Material and Finishing
- 18-karat white gold (750/1000)
- Metal hardness: 130-150 Vickers
- Multiple-stage polishing process using diamond paste
- Brushed case flanks with 180-grit finishing
- Mirror-polished bezel and lugs
- Stepped case construction with three distinct levels
Crystal and Caseback
- Front crystal: Domed sapphire with anti-reflective coating on both sides
- Crystal hardness: 9 on Mohs scale
- Crystal thickness: 1.2mm
- Caseback crystal: Flat sapphire with internal anti-reflective coating
- Caseback secured with six screws in white gold
Dial Architecture
Base Construction
- Solid silver dial plate (925/1000)
- Thickness: 0.5mm
- Multi-layer construction
- Argenté finishing achieved through silver plating
Dial Elements
- Applied hour markers in 18k white gold
- Marker heights: 0.35mm
- Diamond-cut facets on all markers
- Printed minute track with 0.15mm line thickness
- Recessed subsidiary dials at 6 o’clock and 12 o’clock
Hands
- Hour and minute hands: White gold, lance-shaped
- Second time zone hand: White gold with distinctive red tip
- Subsidiary seconds hand: White gold, stick-shaped
- Hand finishing includes:
- Diamond-cut beveled edges
- Manually polished flat surfaces
- Thermally blued center portions
Movement Specifications (Caliber L086.2)
Technical Parameters
- Base diameter: 30.6mm
- Movement height: 5.4mm
- Number of components: 286
- Jewel count: 31 synthetic rubies
- Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
- Beat rate: 6 beats per second
- Power reserve: 72 hours ±2 hours
Movement Architecture
- Three-quarter plate construction
- Material: German silver (maillechort)
- Composition: 60% copper, 20% nickel, 20% zinc
- Plate thickness: 3.2mm
- Movement bridges: 4 additional bridges
Escapement Details
- Lever escapement with adjustment screws
- Balance wheel: Glucydur free-sprung balance
- Balance diameter: 10.5mm
- Moment of inertia: 12.5 mg/cm²
- Six weighted screws for regulation
Winding System
- Bidirectional automatic winding
- Central rotor with platinum segment
- Platinum mass: 21.4 grams
- Ball-bearing mounted
- Reversing wheel with reduction gear
Movement Finishing
Decorative Elements
- Hand-engraved balance cock with floral pattern
- Unique engraving pattern for each piece
- Glashütte stripes on three-quarter plate
- Perlage on base plate
- Black polished steel parts
- Circular graining on wheels
Technical Finishing
- Chamfered and polished edges
- Gold chatons secured by three screws each
- Thermally blued screws (800°C treatment)
- Hand-polished pivot points
- Beveled wheel spokes
Dual Time Mechanism
Functionality
- Independent hour hand adjustment
- One-hour increment jumps
- Bidirectional adjustment capability
- Synchronized date change
- Day/night indicator linked to home time
Setting Mechanism
- Three crown positions:
- Position 1: Winding
- Position 2: Quick-set date
- Position 3: Time setting
- Push-piece at 10 o’clock for second time zone adjustment
Strap and Buckle Details
Strap Specifications
- Material: Hand-selected Mississippi alligator leather
- Construction: Hand-stitched with silk thread
- Length: 105mm/65mm
- Thickness: 2.8mm tapering to 2.4mm
- Lining: Hypoallergenic calfskin
Buckle Construction
- 18k white gold deployant clasp
- Triple-folding mechanism
- Security pushers on both sides
- Micro-adjustment system
Quality Control and Testing
Manufacturing Standards
- Individual assembly by master watchmaker
- Double assembly process verification
- 500-hour testing program including:
- Chronometric performance in 6 positions
- Water resistance testing
- Power reserve verification
- Function testing at various power levels
Quality Documentation
- Individual timing protocol
- Authentication certificate
- Serial number registration
- Master watchmaker signature
Retail Presentation
Packaging
- Handcrafted wooden presentation box
- Spanish cedar wood interior
- Hand-polished exterior with 8 layers of lacquer
- Ultrasuede lining
- Built-in watch winder mechanism
Documentation
- Detailed user manual in multiple languages
- Certificate of authenticity
- International warranty card
- Service history booklet
- Polishing cloth
Market Position and Investment Value
As one of A. Lange & Söhne’s most sophisticated offerings, the Saxonia Dual Time 386.032 represents a significant investment in both horological excellence and potential value appreciation. Limited annual production numbers (estimated at under 100 pieces) and the brand’s steadfast commitment to quality contribute to its position as a highly sought-after timepiece in the luxury watch market.
The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Dual Time 386.032 stands as a masterpiece of German watchmaking, where every component, from the smallest screw to the case architecture, demonstrates uncompromising attention to detail and technical excellence. It represents not just a timepiece, but a culmination of centuries of horological expertise and innovation.
