Consigned by the original owner, who acquired the watch from Beyer Chronometrie AG, Zurich, in 2001. Correspondence from the retailer dated 1st September 2001 confirms that the watch was commissioned as a special order for a VIP client, with A. Lange & Söhne agreed to manufacture a unique blue-dial version of the reference—an option never offered in regular production. An additional charge of CHF 1,400 was levied specifically for the unique blue dial, with delivery anticipated in 2002.

While the standard Langematik reference 308.027 was produced exclusively with a black dial, the present example is understood to be the unique blue-dial special order. The watch has been carefully preserved by its original owner for nearly twenty-five years and remains in excellent overall condition, showing only light signs of wear consistent with occasional use. It has never been serviced or polished. Accompanied by its original box, booklets, Beyer AG letter regarding the special order unique blue dial, additional strap and certificate stamped by Beyer AG.