A. Lange & Söhne

The first wrist chronographs featuring rattrapante hands appeared around 1912. Although the movements were still as large as pocket watches, these calibers were gradually miniaturized, and by the 1930s, they had achieved the dimensions of standard wristwatches. The remarkable feat of fitting the intricate array of levers, springs, and clamps into such compact spaces represents a significant horological milestone, one that has inspired modern masterpieces such as the Lange Double Split.

The Lange Double Split stands as the world’s first mechanical chronograph to offer a double rattrapante function. It is equipped with two chronograph hands and two rattrapante hands, each pair capable of being stopped independently. Furthermore, the stopped rattrapante hands can seamlessly rejoin the still-running chronograph hands, enabling unparalleled precision in timing multiple events simultaneously.

This exceptional timepiece presents a rare opportunity to acquire a watch that epitomizes the artistry and technical mastery of haute horlogerie complications.