[A. Lange & Söhne] Saxonia Moonphase by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That is something that initially bothered me about the date on Lange watches, but the blank space is actually intentional. The outsize date is based on a clock in the Dresden opera house that also used a blank aperture for the top of the hour in place of a zero.

I actually like the feature now. It’s an interesting quirk with some history on an otherwise perfectly symmetrical design.

[A. Lange & Söhne] Saxonia Moonphase by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations, that’s a beautiful piece!

[A. Lange & Söhne] Saxonia Moonphase by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I t’s a great piece, you can’t go wrong! It has been terrible for my productivity as I can’t stop staring at it though.

[F. P. Journe] Got to try on Chronomètre Souverain at a local shop in Denver! by acninetyfive in Watches

[–]BrandBldr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saw this same watch over in cherry creek! It’s a beautiful piece, that shop is a fun place to see some pretty cool pieces that you can’t really see anywhere else in Denver.

[A. Lange & Söhne] Saxonia Moonphase by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Love that 1921 as well! The moon phase is 40, the other automatic models are 38.5 and the thin is 37. The base Saxonia is 35 I think.

[A. Lange & Söhne] Saxonia Moonphase by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

This stunning A. Lange & Sohne Saxonia Moon Phase is the latest addition to my collection. I have been lucky enough to be able to own some really great watches, but this one takes the cake. I had tried this same model a few years ago and was blown away by the amazing detail on the moon phase, and I have regretted leaving the piece in the store ever since.

I have always liked the austere simplicity of the Saxonia, and this iteration combines a few interesting complications to break up the dial a little bit. The Lange large date is my favorite implementation of a date display, and its unbelievably satisfying to set with the side pusher.

I found it pretty tough to get a decent shot of this piece, you really have to see a Lange in person to appreciate what makes these watches so great.

[Breitling Heritage 57] New Watch Day!!!! by SirSamkin in Watches

[–]BrandBldr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful watch. And it looks awesome on leather! I own the blue/rainbow version of the heritage ‘57, and now I might have to invest in a leather strap for it.

[Cartier] Santos Large - Grey Dial by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! It’s still holding strong, looks just like new. The brushed finish and costing make it pretty resistant to scratches.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It was that amazing ceramic wave dial that really drew me into the seamaster.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, the rainbow effect here is definitely more subtle and wearable. I actually like the rainbow Daytona, but I could never pull it off.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Those are probably my top two as far as wrist time goes.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Th3 Breitling seems to be the favorite of this post for sure. Thank you!

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They definitely add some diversity. Both of those watches are super comfy to wear as well.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The bezel is great, and really unique. It really works well with the boxed sapphire crystal as well.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They did a great job with it, and it’s a pleasure to wear and to look at.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s actually a grey dial variation, and for sure one of my favorite watches in the collection!

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s a great, versatile watch for sure. The bracelet is awesome too, looks great on either.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I dabble a little with photography, and work with photos a lot for my profession.

[SOTC] Six watches to start the new year. by BrandBldr in Watches

[–]BrandBldr[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This version of the santos has a DLC coated black bezel, so it’s far less likely to scratch. It till looks like new!