A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Outsize DatevsFarer LISSOM
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Measurements
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Saxonia Outsize Date
LISSOM
Diameter
38.5mm
38mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
42.8mm
Thickness
9.6mm
8.0mm
lowest
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
72h
highest
50h
MSRP
n/a
$1,150
Movement
A. Lange & Söhne L0xx
La Joux-Perret D100
Case
8 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
8 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Outsize Date for its wearability and legibility, with reviewers highlighting its successful integration of the large date complication into a dress watch design. The 38.5mm case, noted as slim at 9.6mm, is considered to offer perfect proportions, and the dial is commended for its symmetry and minimalist aesthetic, with the black dial variant offering a monochrome appeal. The watch is powered by an automatic movement with a 72-hour power reserve. One owner found the rose gold version surprisingly versatile with a strap change. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Outsize Date highly for its refined finishing and classic Saxon personality.
The outsize date complication is a key strength, noted for its legibility and prominent display. The L086.8 automatic movement with a 72-hour power reserve is also a shared positive point. No shared weaknesses were identified.
Owners widely praise the Farer LISSOM for its beautiful and bold designs, with multiple sources highlighting its slim 7.95mm case and elegant 38mm dimensions. Reviewers and owners alike appreciate the vibrant dial colors, intricate detailing like the subsidiary seconds display, and the horizontally brushed case side. The manual-wind La Joux-Perret D100 movement is noted, with one owner reporting a breakage after overwinding but receiving excellent customer service. Some owners find the 38mm size a bit small for their wrist, and the numeral orientation on the dial is a minor point of discussion, with one owner observing blue numerals appearing nearly black in certain light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Farer LISSOM highly for its attractive, slim design and value proposition.
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