A Lange Sohne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds White Gold 40mm Black Dial 252.029 - BRAND NEW

The A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds 252.029 is one of the most intellectually compelling watches to emerge from the Glashütte manufacture in recent memory. Rooted in the tradition of precision observatory pocket watches, the Richard Lange family was conceived as a tribute to Richard Lange, the son of founder Ferdinand Adolph Lange, who dedicated his life to the science of exact timekeeping. Every design decision in the line subordinates decoration to legibility and mechanical integrity, making reference 252.029 a watch that rewards the collector who values substance over spectacle.

The 40mm case is crafted entirely in white gold, a material chosen for its cool luminosity and its ability to reflect light without the ostentation of yellow gold. White gold imparts a sense of quiet authority on the wrist, pairing effortlessly with formal attire while possessing enough visual weight to hold its own against a more casual ensemble. The case dimensions place it comfortably in the contemporary sweet spot — large enough for modern tastes, disciplined enough to honor the classical proportions of the dial it protects.

The black dial with Roman numerals is an exercise in horological typography. Large, precisely executed Roman hour markers ring the periphery in the manner of historical precision instruments, providing an unambiguous reading of the hours without decorative distraction. The dial is divided into distinct registers in the tradition of A. Lange & Söhne's three-register layouts, separating hours and minutes from the deadbeat seconds sub-dial to eliminate any confusion between functions. This is a dial that communicates instantly and completely.

The complication at the heart of reference 252.029 is the jumping seconds, known in watchmaking circles as the deadbeat seconds or seconde morte. Unlike a conventional sweeping seconds hand, the jumping seconds hand advances in crisp, discrete one-second steps, mimicking the controlled beat of a precision regulator clock. This function demands a more complex movement architecture to maintain consistent energy delivery to the escapement while simultaneously actuating the jump mechanism — a challenge that the Lange manufacture addresses with characteristic ingenuity. The mechanical movement within is finished to the exacting standards Lange is celebrated for, including hand-engraved balance cocks, three-quarter plates in German silver, and beveled and polished steel parts throughout.

A fine leather strap secures the watch to the wrist with understated elegance, reinforcing the instrument-watch aesthetic. The supple strap complements the white gold case without competing with it, and its classic form ensures that the watch transitions seamlessly from boardroom to black-tie occasion. The white gold deployant or pin buckle continues the precious metal theme and provides a secure, refined closure.

Bizak & Co. is proud to offer this brand-new A. Lange & Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds 252.029 to discerning collectors and enthusiasts. Purchasing a Lange from Bizak & Co. means access to knowledgeable advisors who understand the nuances of the manufacture's output, competitive pricing, and the confidence of buying from a trusted luxury watch dealer. Whether you are adding to an established collection or acquiring your first Lange, the 252.029 represents an exceptional entry into one of watchmaking's most revered families. Reach out to our team to inquire about availability, pricing, and secure purchase options.