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A. Lange & Söhne 201.033 Saxonia Thin
A. Lange & Söhne 201.033 Saxonia Thin
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Condition |
Year |
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| Like New (9/10) | 2021 | Yes | Yes |
Opening Context
The Saxonia collection represents A. Lange & Söhne at its most distilled. Introduced to showcase the manufacture’s ability to achieve purity without compromise, the Saxonia line focuses on proportion, surface quality, and movement architecture rather than complication. The Saxonia Thin is the clearest expression of this philosophy, demonstrating how restraint can be just as demanding as complexity when executed at the highest level.
Why This Reference Matters
The 201.033 is respected for what it leaves out as much as for what it includes. The solid silver argenté dial is completely free of sub-dials or text, relying instead on applied gold baton hour markers to establish rhythm and balance. Every detail feels intentional. Inside, the manually wound calibre L093.1 delivers an impressive 72-hour power reserve while maintaining an ultra-thin profile, a technical achievement that reinforces Lange’s mastery of movement design even in its simplest watches.
On the Wrist
At 37mm, the Saxonia Thin wears with quiet confidence. The rose gold case adds warmth and softness, while the slim profile allows the watch to disappear comfortably under a cuff. On the wrist, it feels light, calm, and perfectly resolved. This is a watch that does not seek attention, but rewards it, especially for collectors who appreciate proportion and finishing over overt complication.
Condition & Transparency
This example features a 37mm 18K rose gold case with a solid silver argenté dial, fitted to a dark brown leather strap and secured by an 18K rose gold tang buckle. It is powered by the manually wound calibre L093.1 with an approximate 72-hour power reserve. Water resistance is rated to 30 meters. Any information regarding service history, box, or papers is disclosed clearly based on confirmed details, with no assumptions made where information is unavailable.
Why It Belongs in a Collection
The Saxonia Thin is ideal for collectors who value clarity, restraint, and mechanical refinement. It complements more complicated Lange references by returning to fundamentals, while standing confidently on its own as a pure expression of the brand’s values. Within a broader collection, it serves as a reminder that simplicity, when executed without compromise, is one of the hardest achievements in watchmaking.
Closing
The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin 201.033 is a study in discipline and proportion. For collectors drawn to understatement, manual winding rituals, and the quiet satisfaction of exceptional finishing, this reference remains one of the most elegant and enduring expressions of modern Saxon watchmaking.
Specifications
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Case Size: 37 mm
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Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
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Dial: Solid Silver Argenté Dial with Gold Applied Baton Hour Markers
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Strap: Dark Brown Leather Strap with 18K Rose Gold Tang Buckle
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Power Reserve: Approx. 72 Hours
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Water Resistance: 30 m
- Movement: Manual-Wind (Calibre L093.1)
Shipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.
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