Helmut Wagner, master engraver at Lange, amazed the guests with his deft hands.
Helmut's work was displayed on an LCD screen above him.
It takes more than an hour to engrave one tiny balance cock.
Anthony De Haas, our guide is a watchmaker himself and no stranger to fine handwork, but he admitted he tried engraving once and wasn't able to manage it with anywhere near the expertise Helmut has.
Training to be an engraver takes about 3 years, but it takes many more years to reach the level Helmut displays.
Technical drawings of balance cock engraving
Helmut can tell at a glance who engraved the balance cock on each Lange watch due to the distinctive style of each engraver.
A sample of the engraved, solid backs available as options for your Lange.
Engraved family crest on a white gold back.
More engraved casebacks, including one in enamel
The monogrammed enamel back, available to personalise your Lange instead of having an engraving.
