On December 7, 1845, Ferdinand Adolph Lange founded the watch manufacturer "A. Lange, Dresden" in Glashütte with his future brother-in-law, the watchmaker Friedrich August Adolf Schneider (1824 - 1878). From 1868, after his son Richard joined as co-owner, the company was renamed A. Lange & Söhne. In 1871, his son Friedrich Emil Lange also joined the company management. Under this leadership, the company rose to fame. In 1948, the company A. Lange & Söhne was expropriated by the Soviet occupying forces. Until then, the manufactory was managed by Otto, Rudolf and Gerhard (sons of Emil Lange). Over 100 years saw the creation of more than 30 watch patents.
New foundation
On December 7, 1990, Walter Lange founded Lange Uhren GmbH as a new watch manufacturer and acquired the trademark rights for "A. Lange & Söhne," which had since been transferred to the Treuhandanstalt. Lange Uhren GmbH is the continuation of the traditional watch brand, even if no direct legal company tradition exists.
The comeback of this brand is thanks to the then President of the IWC (International Watch Company), Günter Blümlein. With the personal and financial support of LMH Holding (Les Manufactures Horlogères), the new company was able to establish itself on the market. Together they presented the first four TOURBILLON “Pour le Mérite” models on October 24, 1994, as well as the TOURBILLON “Pour le Mérite” with its patented large date, which is typical of the brand. LANGE 1, SAXONIA and ARCADE.
Other models such as the Cabaret, the Datograph, the Double Split Chronograph, the Langematik Perpetual, the Richard Lange, the Turbograph Pour le Mérite, the Zeitwerk and the Saxonia with the automatic movement “Sax-0-Mat” followed.
Since 2001, the company has been part of the Richemont Group (Compagnie Financière Richemont SA is a Swiss luxury goods group) with headquarters in Bellevue in the canton of Geneva and since 2004 under the management of Fabian Krone.
In 2007, the watch brand “A. Lange & Söhne” came first in the two-year ranking of the 30 most important German luxury brands compiled by the magazine Wirtschaftswoche! Even ahead of the Maybach automobile manufacturer.
Buy A. Lange & Söhne watches
The watches of A. Lange & Söhne are considered to be one of the best international watch brands. In 1845, Ferdinand Adolph Lange founded a watch manufacturer in Glashütte, Saxony. Since then, A. Lange & Söhne has developed into one of the most internationally known watch brands.
What makes A. Lange & Söhne watches so unique?
Watchmaking from Glashütte, Germany
A. Lange & Söhne watches are made by skilled watchmakers in Glashütte, Germany. The city has a long tradition of watchmaking since the 19th century. A. Lange & Söhne watches are proudly labeled "Made in Glashütte".
Manufactory production
Every A. Lange & Söhne watch is manufactured in the company's own factory. The manufacturing process includes all aspects of watch production, from the design of the movement to the manufacture of the case and the dial. Manufacture is an essential quality feature for high-quality watches.
Outstanding watchmaking
A. Lange & Söhne watches are hand-crafted by experienced watchmakers. Every detail is carefully checked and finished to ensure that the watch functions perfectly and has a long service life. The use of mechanical movements and fine materials contributes to the high quality and reliability of the watches.
What timeless classics does A. Lange & Söhne offer?
Long 1 moon phase
The Lange 1 Moon Phase is one of the most famous and popular watches from A. Lange & Söhne. With a diameter of 38.5 mm, it is a perfect size for almost any wrist. The moon phase display and the large date make the watch a classic.
1815
The A. Lange & Söhne 1815 is a tribute to the year in which Ferdinand Adolph Lange founded the first watch factory in Glashütte. It is a simple and elegant model that nevertheless has a unique personality. The dial is simple and has bar-shaped indexes, the case is made of stainless steel or red gold.
Two-time zone watch
The A. Lange & Söhne Two Time Zone watch is the perfect model for people who travel a lot. It includes a unique display that allows the wearer to see the time in a second location. This watch is also available in a TerraLuna version that displays the moon and its phases.