The rare square-shaped watch "Cabaret" made a comeback in 2026. This eye-catching timepiece features a case made of unique honey gold and an exquisitely crafted dial. Equipped with a tourbillon and a hacking seconds function, this new model beautifully harmonizes A. Lange & Söhne's advanced technical capabilities with a classical aesthetic.
This is a rare rectangular model from A. Lange & Söhne, the "Cabaret Tourbillon," in honey gold. The black rhodium-plated dial is also made of honey gold, and the bezel and logo within the dial are handcrafted reliefs just 0.15mm high. Manual winding (Cal. L042.1). 47 jewels. 21,600 vibrations/hour. Power reserve of approximately 120 hours. Honey gold case (39.2mm x 29.5mm, 10.3mm thick). 3 ATM water resistance. Limited edition of 50 pieces worldwide. Price upon inquiry.
Edited by Yousuke Ohashi (Chronos-Japan)
[Article published in the July 2026 issue of Kronos Japan]
A rare square-shaped model featuring a honey gold finish.
A. Lange & Söhne has added a new model to its rare rectangular "Cabaret" collection: the "Cabaret Tourbillon Honey Gold," crafted from the company's signature honey gold. This new model follows the original released in 2008 and the white gold version unveiled in 2021.
The hand-wound movement Caliber L042.1 features an oversized date display at 12 o'clock, a tourbillon at 6 o'clock, a power reserve indicator at 4 o'clock, and a small seconds subdial at 8 o'clock. Furthermore, despite being a tourbillon, it incorporates a hacking function that stops the seconds hand when the crown is pulled out. This was a world first at the time of the model's initial release in 2008, reflecting the company's characteristic design philosophy of combining a classic appearance with top-of-the-line technology.
What's particularly noteworthy about this newly unveiled model is the company's unique honey gold case and dial. The case has a warm tone, while the dial is finished in black rhodium, giving the overall impression of the watch a more refined look. The edging around the outer edge of the dial and the brand logo are delicate reliefs, only 0.15mm high, hand-carved by skilled craftsmen, creating a sense of depth and expressive shading.
The movement boasts numerous noteworthy finishes. Particularly noteworthy is the black polish applied to the tourbillon bridge and the top surface of the cage. This technique involves uniformly polishing the components by sliding them across a zinc or tin plate. The finished surface reflects light in a consistent direction without diffuse reflection, and from certain viewing angles, it appears jet black, hence its name. In addition, one can appreciate other traditional watchmaking techniques, such as the three-quarter plate made of German silver, the Glashütte stripe finish, and the engraving.
