A. Lange & Söhne Honors 20 Years of the Datograph Perpetual With Platinum Edition

By Victoria Gomelsky | November 09, 2026

At the highest peaks of horology, you’ll find the Datograph Perpetual by German watchmaker A. Lange & Söhne. Introduced in 2006, the model was the brand’s first wristwatch to combine a classic flyback chronograph with a perpetual calendar along with its signature outsize date.

A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Perpetual platinum — *The new Datograph Perpetual in platinum combines a classic flyback chronograph, a perpetual calendar, and A. Lange & Söhne’s signature outsize date.*

In late October, Lange unveiled a limited edition of 50 pieces in 950 platinum, making the unofficial 20th anniversary watch even more exclusive than the original. Housed in a 41 mm platinum case, it features a contrasting black dial that perfectly showcases the legibility and sober Germanic design codes for which the brand is lauded. It features 11 baguette-cut diamonds as hour markers. For a brand known for its restraint, the hand-set stones represent an unexpected—and welcome—concession to decoration.

The five-row platinum bracelet, however, is where Lange’s craftsmanship truly shines. Secured with a deployant buckle, the bracelet features an interplay of polished and matte surfaces. Combined with the lateral chamfering of the links, it shows off the lustrous white metal—pure, rare, and durable—to great effect.

A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Perpetual bracelet — *The model’s five-row platinum bracelet features an interplay of polished and matte surfaces as well as laterally chamfered links.*

The brand’s many followers seemed to agree.

“Finally the comeback of precious metal bracelets,” @timebymanaf wrote on the brand’s Instagram feed.

“Bracelets are back,” echoed @a.hayer1990.

Equipped with the manually wound L952.1 calibre—boasting 556 parts, including 223 for the calendar mechanism alone—the new Datograph Perpetual is a study in high-horology engineering and technical ambition. Viewed through the sapphire-crystal caseback, the chronograph mechanism reveals a symphony of levers, bridges, and wheels operating in perfect harmony.

A. Lange & Sohne Datograph Perpetual caseback — *The manually wound L952.1 calibre that powers the Datograph Perpetual boasts 556 parts, including 223 for the calendar mechanism alone.*

Founded in Glashütte, Saxony, in 1845, Lange has always prized finishing as much as function. Each movement is assembled twice, first to confirm it runs true, then dismantled, hand-finished, and reassembled for its clients, among the most discerning watch buyers in the world.

Priced at $276,000 retail, the model is, dare we say, a steal. For this level of craftsmanship, engineering, and pure preciousness, it may be the rare six-figure watch whose value is far and above what’s noted on the tag.

Datograph Perpetual in 41 mm platinum case, $276,000; A. Lange & Söhne