A. Lange & Söhne
Reference 403.031 Datograph | A pink gold flyback chronograph wristwatch with digital date display, Circa 2004
Auction Closed
December 7, 07:12 PM GMT
Estimate
60,000 - 90,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: black
Caliber: cal. L951.1 mechanical, 40 jewels
Movement number: 42'083
Case: 18k pink gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by six screws
Case number: 151'902
Closure: 18k pink gold A. Lange & Söhne buckle
Size: 39 mm diameter
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: yes
Accessories: A. Lange & Söhne presentation box with outer packaging, International Guarantee book dated December 24, 2004, leather bi-fold, operating instructions booklet, polishing cloth, and an additional strap
Introduced in 1999, the A. Lange & Söhne Datograph, affectionately dubbed the “Dufourgraph” by discerning collectors, holds a special place in the realm of horology. Renowned master watchmaker Philippe Dufour himself has hailed it as the best serially produced chronograph in the world, and the present example is in the same configuration that has been seen on his wrist.
Encased in a 39mm diameter, the Datograph features a flyback function, allowing the chronograph to be instantaneous reset to zero and restarted mid-measurement with a simple press of the chronograph button. Additionally, the Datograph presented a first in modern watchmaking as the minutes counter hand “jumps” exactly by an increment when the chronograph seconds hand reaches 60. Fitted with an in elegant pink gold case and a black dial, the A. Lange & Söhne Datograph stands as a transformative milestone in horological history, showcasing the impressive prowess of the German brand.