Some collectors will go on and on about how the Dato is THE Lange to get, I was caught in a similar dilemma some time back, and I finally settled on the 1815 Chronograph. It's been 5 years now, and absolutely no regrets - vs the Dato, it is slimmer, no date and far more wallet friendly. Here's my 2nd gen 402.026 saying hello....
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Even though I already have the above, I actually find myself fantasizing hitting some grand lottery and getting the 1st gen WG/ White Dial AND 3rd gen WG/Black Dial versions....
Chye
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