Overview
The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia has become one of the brand’s most accessible and diverse lines since it was released during the company's re-birth in 1994. Named after the state in which the manufacture resides, the Saxonia is known for its reserved styling and simple execution that retains the same level of craftsmanship as the company’s flagship offerings. Over the years these watches have been offered in a variety of sizes and designs ranging from 34mm hand-wounds to 40.5mm automatics with outsized date complications.
In 2015, A. Lange & Söhne updated its Saxonia Automatic with a refined dial layout, and among the new configurations was the reference 380.027. While part of the standard collection rather than a strictly numbered limited edition, it was produced in relatively low quantities as a specialized offering before being succeeded by the blue-dial "Blue Series" variant (380.028) in 2017. The automatic Saxonia here features the crisp argenté dial, which provides a bright, velvety silver backdrop for the polished white gold baton indexes. Standing at a remarkably svelte 7.8mm, it remains the thinnest self-winding watch ever crafted by the manufacture. A masterclass in German restraint with the exquisitely finished caliber L086.1 inside, this Saxonia Automatic hits all the right notes as an essential daily-wear dress watch.
Specifications
Brand:
A. Lange & Söhne
Model:
Saxonia Automatic
Reference:
380.027
Year:
2010s
Case Number:
225251
Case Material:
White gold
Diameter:
38.5 mm
Lug Width:
20 mm
Thickness:
7.8 mm
Lug-to-Lug:
44.3 mm
Dial:
Silver
Lume:
None
Crystal:
Sapphire
Movement:
Automatic
Caliber:
A. Lange & Söhne L086.1
Bracelet/Strap:
A. Lange & Söhne black alligator strap with signed tang buckle
Max Wrist Size:
Hand model has a wrist size of 6.1 in
Condition
Case: The white gold case shows light wear with a few hairlines, tiny scratches, and micro nicks present. The overall impression is clean. The lugs are thick and well-defined with the original chamfers present. The caseback is consistent with the rest of the case. The backs of the lugs show signs of prior strap removal. The brand, hallmark, and serial engravings remain sharp and legible.
Dial, Hands, & Crystal: The silver dial and polished hands are in pristine condition with no notable imperfections. Both front and rear sapphire crystals are squeaky clean and scratch-free.
Bracelet/Strap: The A. Lange & Söhne alligator strap shows light wear with some minor creasing to the leather backing but has plenty of life left to give. The signed white gold buckle has a few hairlines, faint scuffs, and micro nicks, but no major imperfections. The brand engraving remains crisp and detailed.
Performance
Functions: All functions including the crown winding and time setting are working as expected.
Service History: Unknown.
