The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin, in its newest renditions for 2025, is a masterclass in refined watchmaking, distilling the essence of elegance and technical excellency into two breathtaking references: one cast in 750 honey gold – the Ref. 211.052, the other in 950 platinum – Ref. 211.062, each limited to 200 pieces. The Saxonia Thin’s calling card is its extraordinary purity of form, all driven by a relentless quest for horological excellence that stands as the benchmark for modern dress watches.
Every so often, a timepiece emerges that demands attention not through ostentation, but by the sheer force of its considered restraint. The Saxonia Thin holds precisely this allure. Evolving in line with Lange’s ‘less is more’ ethos, its svelte profile and balanced proportions answer the call for understated perfection. These special editions are defined by several distinguishing features, most notably the dial executed in jet-black onyx, seldom seen in haute horlogerie, coupled with Lange’s proprietary honey gold or cool platinum cases. The result is both contemporary and timeless.
Black dressed elegance
The new Saxonia Thin’s dial is nothing short of mesmerising. Glossy jet-black onyx overlays 925 silver, conferring a deep depth and richness that rewards attentive inspection under shifting light. Here, the application of slender baton markers, decorated by polishing and chamfering, echoes Lange’s obsession with detail. These indexes, along with the paired hands, are rendered in 750 gold for enhanced luminosity and contrast. In honey gold, the warmth complements the blackness of the dial, creating a cohesive, almost liquid interplay. On the platinum model, the hands and appliques, stand out starkly, heightening visual legibility and delivering an altogether cooler, more modern impression. The absence of a seconds hand and any superfluous graphic elements lends an uncommon purity, pushing time-telling to the fore and focusing the observer’s gaze squarely on the essential.
Marvellous – the Typical Lange Excellence
Lange’s calibre L093.1, visible through a sapphire crystal caseback, is an achievement that bridges technical innovation and aesthetic tradition. This manual-winding engine has a height of just 2.9 mm, a demonstration of spatial mastery, yet proffers an impressive 72-hour power reserve courtesy of a flat mainspring barrel. Within, 167 parts harmonise in a composition where untreated German silver bridges and plates are decorated and assembled entirely by hand – two times. The three-quarter plate is adorned with traditional Glashütte ribbing, blued screws complementing jewels seated in solid gold chatons, each detail presenting a vibrant contrast.
Most compelling is the hand-engraved balance cock, a flourish of artisanal discipline that marks every Lange as unique. The movement is precision-adjusted in five positions and employs a lever escapement, with a shock-resistant screw balance and an in-house manufactured balance spring oscillating at a frequency of 21,600 semi-oscillations per hour. Precision beat adjustment utilises both a lateral set-screw and whiplash spring, a Lange hallmark. Such attentive finishing is rooted in a dedication to longevity and chronometric integrity. With 21 jewels and a layout designed for mechanical and visual harmony, calibre L093.1 stands as one of Saxony’s most elegant answers to the challenge of the ultra-thin dress movement.
Slender, Dressed in Gold and Platinum
The physical presence of the Saxonia Thin is defined by its graceful three-part case, measuring 40 mm in diameter and just 6.2 mm in thickness. Lange’s exclusive honey gold, a proprietary alloy, lends an unrivalled radiance and warmth, while platinum delivers a subtle, dignified heft and lustre. The curvature of the lugs has been sculpted for comfort, with the slim silhouette sitting unobtrusively beneath the cuff and hugging the wrist. Completing the ensemble is a glossy black alligator strap, fastened by a prong buckle of honey gold or platinum to match the case. Each piece is engraved with its individual edition number.
A True Dress Watch
In surveying the Saxonia Thin, one encounters a watch that is an ode to restraint – where each design, technical and tactile decision is judged against the ideal of pure elegance. The introduction of the onyx dial, paired with honey gold or platinum, signals A. Lange & Söhne’s willingness to refine its classic formula without losing the very essence that makes the Saxonia Thin such a paragon. The L093.1 movement encapsulates the dedication found in Lange’s workshops, marrying practical specification to top-tier finishing, while the case and strap work in partnership to assure everyday comfort and sophistication. Ultimately, these new editions of the Saxonia Thin are wearable philosophies: wrought from precious materials, engineered with intellectual rigour, and graced by the patient artistry of Glashütte’s finest craftspeople.
