he lucid design reduced to the essence describes the characteristic design of the Saxonia Thin in a nutshell: with its two slender hands and appliques, the dial is totally focused on the indication of time in hours and minutes.

The harmonious face of the watch is the result of precisely adapted proportions. The details reveal the effort that was invested in designing the timepiece: hence, the A. Lange & Söhne designers dedicated a large part of their work to optimising the length and shape of the hands, to the intricate detailing of the baton appliques and their polished chamfers as well as to the sleek, three-part case, giving the Saxonia Thin its characteristic air of lightness.

The onyx-faced dial that graces the new model versions endows the aesthetic composition with a particularly noble appearance. Rarely used in precision watchmaking, the gemstone mesmerises with its jet-black, glossy surface. In the 750 honey-gold version, the dark hue perfectly matches the warm lustre of the precious metal. Conversely, it provides a fascinating contrast in the version of cool-toned 950 platinum, making the appliques and hands distinctly stand out against the background of the dial.

The distinctive personality of the Saxonia Thin is based on the design principle “Less is more”. It comes to the fore in the especially slender case in Lange’s exclusive honey gold or 950 platinum, measuring a scant 6.2 millimetres in height, paired with a diameter of 40 millimetres. Thanks to the typical curvature of the sleek lugs, the two-hand watch assures a snug fit on the wrist and can be slipped under a shirt cuff.

A black glossy alligator leather strap complements the elegant appearance of the two special editions of the Saxonia Thin. Regardless of whether at a business meeting during the day or dinner in the evening – without fail, it expresses a sense of style.

As is the case with every Lange timepiece, the Saxonia Thin is equipped with a dedicated manufacture movement crafted in-house: the manually wound movement, finished to the highest standards of Lange’s watchmaking artistry, can be admired through the sapphire-crystal caseback. The technical particularities of the manufacture calibre L093.1 with a height of merely 2.9 millimetres include a flat mainspring barrel: despite its compact architecture, it boasts a maximum power reserve of 72 hours.

The elegant appearance of the Saxonia Thin is reflected in even the smallest details of the manufacture calibre. “The proportion between crown wheel and ratchet wheel, the prominent shape of the stop-click spring, the arched lines of the three-quarter plate, the size of the flat- polished endpiece, even the position of the blued screws around the gold chatons are meticulously harmonised with a view to mechanics as well as to the aesthetic overall impression,” explains Antony de Haas, Director of Product Development. “With their combination of gold, ruby red and cornflower blue, the three screwed gold chatons additionally provide a striking colourful accent.”

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Movement: Lange manufacture calibre L093.1, manually wound, crafted to the most exacting Lange quality standards, decorated and assembled by hand; precision-adjusted in five positions; plates and bridges made of untreated German silver; balance cock engraved by hand

• No. of movement parts: 167

• No. of jewels: 21

• No. of screwed gold chatons 3

• Escapement: Lever escapement

• Oscillation system: Shock-resistant screw balance; superior-quality balance spring manufactured in-house, frequency of 21,600 semi- oscillations per hour, precision beat adjustment system with lateral setscrew and whiplash spring

• Power reserve 72 hours when fully wound

• Functions: Time indicated in hours and minute

• Operating elements: Crown for winding the watch and setting the time

• Movement dimensions: Diameter: 28.0 millimetres; height: 2.9 millimetres

• Crystal and transparent caseback: Sapphire crystal (Mohs hardness 9)

• References 211.052 211.062

• Case: 750 Honeygold^® 950 platinum

• Case dimensions: Diameter:40.0 millimetres; height: 6.2 millimetres

• Dial: 925 silver, faced with black onyx

• Hands: 750 gold, rhodiumed

• Strap: Alligator leather, black, glossy

• Buckle: Prong buckle in 750 ^Honeygold® Prong buckle in 950 platinum

• Limited edition: 200 watches, edition number engraving