# A. Lange & Sohne > A. Lange & Sohne is a German high watchmaking manufacture known for hand-finished mechanical timepieces, proprietary calibres, and collections such as LANGE 1, ZEITWERK, and ODYSSEUS. ## Brand Identity * Founded: 1845 by Ferdinand Adolph Lange; relaunched in 1990 by Walter Lange. * Location: Glashutte, Germany. * Focus: Fine mechanical watchmaking, movement architecture, artisanal finishing, and long-term serviceability. * Signature families: LANGE 1, SAXONIA, 1815, RICHARD LANGE, ZEITWERK, ODYSSEUS. ## Documentation ### About A. Lange & Sohne * [Official Website](https://www.alange-soehne.com/) - Main entry point for collections, Maison information, and services. * [All Timepieces](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/timepieces) - Overview of the current watch families and model lines. * [Services](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/services) - Watch registration, care, restoration, and FAQ. * [Find a Boutique](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/boutiques) - Official boutiques and points of sale. ### Watch Families * [LANGE 1](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/timepieces/lange-1) - The Maison's icon, defined by its off-center layout and outsize date. * [SAXONIA](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/timepieces/saxonia) - Pure dress-watch design and restrained elegance. * [1815](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/timepieces/1815) - Traditional watchmaking inspired by Ferdinand Adolph Lange's heritage. * [ZEITWERK](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/timepieces/zeitwerk) - Mechanical digital time display and contemporary engineering. * [ODYSSEUS](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/timepieces/odysseus) - The Maison's sportier collection with integrated-bracelet references. ### Services and Support * [Services](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/services) - Official after-sales information and service categories. * [Watch Registration](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/services) - Registration and ownership-related support. * [Care and Handling](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/services) - Guidance on wearing, storing, and maintaining a watch. * [Complete Service and Restoration](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/services) - Maintenance and restoration for contemporary and older pieces. * [Find a Boutique](https://www.alange-soehne.com/ww-en/boutiques) - Contact a boutique for purchase or service assistance.