A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Minute RepeatervsDan Henry 1900
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Measurements
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Richard Lange Minute Repeater

1900
Diameter
39mm
28.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
42.2mm
Thickness
9.7mm
9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
20m
n/a
Power Reserve
72h
n/a
MSRP
n/a
$240
Movement
A. Lange & Söhne L1xx
Quartz
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
6 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners and reviewers widely praise the A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Minute Repeater for its understated elegance and discreet appearance, noting its classic design with Roman numerals on a three-part enamel dial and a restrained 39mm platinum case. The minute repeater chime is described as clear and warm, with a harmonious gong, and its slide mechanism is less noticeable than some competitors. The watch is considered wearable due to its dimensions and safety features, with one enthusiast calling it "as good as a Lange gets" for its attention to detail. However, some owners wish for tighter lugs or a smaller case size, and the use of platinum for a minute repeater case is questioned by some sources due to its sound-dampening properties, though others appreciate the SUG-made platinum case. On balance, owners and reviewers highly regard the A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Minute Repeater for its harmonious chime and discreet, wearable platinum case.
The minute repeater mechanism's continuous, harmonious chime is a standout feature. The sapphire caseback showcasing the polished gong hammers is also noted.
Owners widely praise the Dan Henry 1900 for its impressive lume and the unique moving inner crystal bezel, with many finding the design and execution top-notch and offering great value for the price. Some owners, however, criticize the stock bands as cheap and note that the sapphire crystal lacks double anti-reflective coating, impacting legibility in certain lighting conditions. One owner dislikes the fixed lugs, and another suggests the strap design may lead to poor wearability. Overall, owners rate the Dan Henry 1900 highly for its aesthetic appeal and value, despite some concerns about strap quality and legibility.
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