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Watches and Wonders 2026: First Highlights Emerge in Geneva

From Der Standard · (2d ago) German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Watches and Wonders 2026 trade fair in Geneva will showcase the latest in watchmaking.
  • A. Lange & Söhne presents a limited edition Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar with advanced complications and luminous displays.
  • The timepiece integrates a tourbillon with a stop-seconds mechanism and a perpetual calendar, featuring a newly developed L225.1 manufacture caliber.

Geneva is once again the epicenter of horological innovation with the arrival of the Watches and Wonders 2026 exhibition. This premier event brings together the most esteemed watchmakers to unveil their latest creations.

Among the highlights is the highly anticipated "Lumen" edition of the Lange 1 Tourbillon Perpetual Calendar from the esteemed Saxon manufacture, A. Lange & Söhne. This limited edition piece masterfully combines two significant complications – a tourbillon with a seconds-stop function and a perpetual calendar with an external month ring and jumping indications – all within the iconic Lange 1 design.

The "Lumen" edition is distinguished by its exceptional legibility, even in darkness, living up to its name: Lumen est Omen. Both the front and back of the watch offer a glimpse into the intricate, newly developed L225.1 manufacture caliber, showcasing the brand's commitment to technical excellence and exquisite craftsmanship. This timepiece represents a pinnacle of watchmaking artistry, appealing to collectors and enthusiasts who appreciate both complex mechanics and timeless design.

Lumen est Omen!

— A. Lange & SöhneDescribing the luminous display of the new watch.
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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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