A Lange and Söhne Saxonia Thin Honeygold and Platinum hands on – the iconic dress watch gets even more luxurious

A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin — (Image credit: Sam Cross)

If you're on the hunt for one of the best watches out there, your gaze will soon fall upon A Lange and Söhne. The German brand is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious in the industry, owing to its stunning finishing and movement design.

Its Saxonia Thin collection has widely been regarded as one of the best options out there for a truly luxurious dress watch. Now, the brand has launched a new duo of limited editions versions in a pair of sought after case materials.

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Whether you opt for the popular Honeygold or classic Platinum, each model will be limited to just 200 pieces worldwide. Those cases also sit just 6.2mm thin, ensuring this model is truly deserving of its name.

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Paired with a dial of black onyx and interrupted only with hour markers and the brand logo, these pieces really shine in their simplicity. Each is paired with a black alligator leather strap, too, which completes the look perfectly.

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I was lucky enough to get hands on with the new models as part of a sneak preview at the Concours of Elegance event earlier this year. On the wrist, these pieces really do take on another dimension.

While the spec sheet can leave them sounding a little straightforward, there's much more to enjoy in person. That dial, for example, is so much more than just "black" with a depth that feels otherworldly as you gaze at your wrist.

We've already talked up the slimness, but it's worth mentioning again here. It's one of the most important specs for any watch, but especially for a more dressy piece. At just 6.2mm tall, this wears effortlessly, and will easily slip beneath a shirt cuff.

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Priced at £45,100 (approx. €51,750 / US$61,000 / AU$92,000) these limited edition models command a considerable price hike over the other models in the range. Even so, it feels like a worthwhile prospect, offering a lot of watch for the cash.

Throw in the limited edition nature – and the fact that Honeygold and Platinum are both incredibly sought after – and I'm sure these will sell like hot cakes.

Sam Cross is an award-winning journalist, with nine years of experience in the media industry. His work can be found in publications as diverse as Oracle Time, Metro and Last Word on Sports.

Here at T3, Sam is best known as the brand’s go-to guy for all things luxurious – from exquisite watches to fine fragrances; the latest performance vehicles to intricate audio equipment, and more.

He’s often found travelling around the world to test new launches, complete with high-end backpacks and suitcases in tow. And when he’s not adding to his air miles, Sam can be found in front of a video camera, bringing his distinctive brand of storytelling to T3’s social media channels.

Sam also loves all things analogue including listening to music on vinyl or cassette, and photography on vintage film cameras.