Luke Combs wearing A. Lange & Söhne
A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Striking Time Ref. 145.032 in 18k Pink Gold with Argenté Dial
Luke Combs, country music's reigning superstar, was photographed wearing the A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Striking Time ref. 145.032 at the Alan Jackson: The Last Show concert special. The choice speaks volumes about the reference's standing among musicians and entertainers who value mechanical innovation over conventional luxury. The 18k pink gold case and argenté dial positioned Combs within a select circle of collectors willing to invest in watchmaking's more cerebral offerings—a statement that transcends typical celebrity accessorizing and signals genuine horological engagement.
Demand for the Zeitwerk Striking Time remains constrained by Lange's production discipline and the reference's technical complexity. Secondary market pricing reflects this scarcity, with examples commanding substantial premiums over retail. The 145.032 occupies a rarified segment where celebrities and serious collectors converge, making appearances by recognizable figures noteworthy precisely because they remain uncommon.
The ref. 145.032 is Lange's flagship mechanical digital display watch, housed in 18k pink gold with the signature time bridge and jumping numerals. The Zeitwerk line has attracted musicians and performers since its introduction, appealing to those who appreciate the paradox of high-complication watchmaking expressed through digital presentation rather than traditional analog complications.