A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Minute RepeatervsNOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Minute Repeater at true scale

Richard Lange Minute Repeater

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic at true scale

Ludwig automatic

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

50.1mm

Thickness

9.7mm

8.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

20m

30m

highest

Power Reserve

72h

highest

43h

MSRP

n/a

$3,670

Movement

A. Lange & Söhne L1xx

Nomos DUW 5001

Case

8 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
9.7mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
50.1mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
950 Platinum
Stainless Steel
Finish
950 platinum | Case back: sapphire glass
n/a
Water Resistance
20m
30m
Caseback
Sapphire display
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
n/a
AR Coating
n/a
n/a
Indices
n/a
n/a

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
A. Lange & Söhne L1xx
Nomos DUW 5001
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
43 hoursh
Jewels
0
26
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
n/a
$3,670
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Minute Repeater

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.

From video reviewers

The minute repeater mechanism's continuous, harmonious chime is a standout feature. The sapphire caseback showcasing the polished gong hammers is also noted.

NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic

Owners widely praise the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its exceptional dial printing and fine details, such as the subtle crown logo, and its unique blend of traditional Roman numerals with modern design elements. However, the long lugs on some variants are a point of consideration, with some owners finding them to wear larger than expected, potentially impacting comfort on smaller wrists. Overall, owners appreciate the NOMOS Glashütte Ludwig automatic for its distinctive aesthetic and refined finishing.

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