A. LANGE & SÖHNE | DOUBLE SPLIT FLYBACKA FINE AND HEAVY PLATINUM SPLIT SECONDS FLYBACK CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH REGISTERS AND POWER RESERVE INDICATION CIRCA 2006

Dial: blackCaliber: cal. L0001.1 manual winding movement, 40 jewelsMovement number: 52986Case: platinum, sapphire display back secured by six screws Case number: 162955Closure: platinum A. Lange & Söhne buckleDimensions: 43 mm diameterSigned: case, dial and movementAccessories:  A. Lange & Söhne presentation box with outer packaging, bi fold, booklets, guarantee booklet, polishing cloth

CASE Case in very good condition with very minor surface scuffs throughout. Some debris which may benefit from cleaning. Buckle with some light wear and scuffs. DIAL Dial in excellent condition. MOVEMENT Flyback chronograph function properly. The movement is running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement. ***Please be advised that the bands on this watch are made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) and thus not sold with the watch, they are for display purposes only. We will remove these bands prior to international shipping.***
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."

Launched in 2004, A. Lange & Söhne's Double Split is the world's first fly back chronograph wristwatch with a double rattrapante mechanism. The watch features four chronograph hands, two of which are set to a unique 30-minute register. More impressive than this, both chronograph hands and both rattrapante hands are fly back hands. The Double Split allows the user to measure and compare time intervals of up to 30 minutes, as opposed to a maximum of only 60 seconds, which distinguishes it from other split seconds chronographs. The watch weighs over 200 grams and remains wearable and elegant with its robust case, and curved lugs. The dial is configured with legibility in mind, with its rattrapante hands differentiated in gold instead of blue. The most breathtaking feature of all is arguably to the reverse, a sapphire display back reveals the Double Split's mind-boggling multi dimensional movement. The elevation of the bridges render the movement closer to a fine sculpture or a geological strata.