The Basics
The A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar Handwerkskunst reference 421.048 is a limited edition of 20 pieces introduced late 2017. As per ‘Handwerkskunst’ tradition, it is ennobled with special decorative techniques – while the movement is the ever-impressive caliber L101.1 introduced in 2013. The dial of the 421.048 is made of solid gold. The solid gold dial features relief-engraved stars and numerals; the stars covered by the deep blue enamel, while the numerals are flush-fit. Blue enamel is found on the hinged case back as well, surrounding a medallion depicting the goddess Luna.
| Brand: | A. Lange & Söhne |
| Family: | 1815 |
| Reference: | 421.048 |
| Name: | 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar White Gold / Handwerkskunst |
| Produced: | 2017 |
| Limited: | Yes, 20 units |
Below is a detailed look at A. Lange & Söhne’s model 421.048 from 1815 watch family, including the price, case details and movement features.
The Details
A. Lange & Söhne’s 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar White Gold / Handwerkskunst (421.048) was originally released in 2017. This watch features a hand-wound movement beating at a frequency of 21600 bph ( 3 Hz) to provide a 42-hour power reserve when fully wound.
The Case
The platinum case measures 41.9mm in diameter and roughly 15.8mm thick, with 20mm lug width. The round case is paired with a blue color dial with alpha-shaped hands, and a arabic numerals hour markers and minute track, covered by a sapphire glass. A. Lange & Söhne’s 1815 model 421.048 water resistance is not available. This does not mean this watch is not water resistant. A hinged caseback is over the back of the watch case.
| Material: | Platinum |
| Glass: | Sapphire |
| Back: | Hinged |
| Shape: | Round |
| Diameter: | 41.9mm |
| Height: | 15.8mm |
| Lug Width: | 20mm |
| W/R: | N/A |
Case Diameter
Case Thickness
Lug Width
Water Resistance
The Movement
The 1815 421.048 movement is a powered by caliber L101.1 made by A. Lange & Söhne. The 43-jewel hand-wound movement is 32.6mm in diameter. Its balance wheel oscillates at 21,600 semi-oscillations per hour or 3 Hz. This movement offers a 42-hour power reserve.
| Type: | Hand-Wound |
| Brand: | A. Lange & Söhne |
| Caliber: | L101.1 |
| Base: | N/A |
| Display: | Analog |
| Diameter: | 32.6mm |
| Jewels: | 43 |
| Reserve: | 42 hours |
| Frequency: | 21600 bph |
| Time: | Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds |
| Chronograph: | Chronograph, Column wheel, Rattrapante |
| Additionals: |
The Price
How much does the A. Lange & Söhne’s 1815 421.048 cost? This watch was introduced in 2017 and has been in A. Lange & Söhne’s collection for around . This watch is a limited edition with just 20 pieces released. As with most luxury watches, the price of depends on the availability and demand.
CURRENT PRICE: Not Available .
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Specifications:
- Brand: A. Lange & Söhne
- Model: 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar White Gold / Handwerkskunst
- Reference Number: 421.048
- Limited: Yes, 20 units
Case & Dial:
- Material: Platinum
- Glass: Sapphire
- Back: Hinged
- Diameter: 41.9
- Thickness: 15.8
- Lug Width: 20
- Dial Color: Blue
- Indexes: Arabic Numerals and Alpha-shaped hands
- Water Resistance: N/A meters
Movement:
- Winding: Hand-Wound
- Brand: A. Lange & Söhne
- Caliber: L101.1
- Display: Analog
- Diameter: 32.6mm
- Jewels: 43
- Power Reserve: 42 hours
- Frequency: 21600 bph
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small Seconds
About A. Lange & Söhne
Ferdinand Adolph Lange founded A. Lange & Söhne in 1845 in Glashütte, Germany. A. Lange & Söhne watches are instantly recognizable as a different style in movement construction. The characteristics are closer to classic British watches than Swiss. Three quarter plates with engraved balance cocks are often seen, along with screwed chatons for the jewels. A. Lange & Söhne is part of the Richemont group.
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