Which is cheaper, the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

At MSRP the Pinion Pure Bronze is the cheaper of the two at $1,715, against $5,714 for the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial — a $3,999 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial wears larger at 44mm versus 38mm for the Pinion Pure Bronze — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Pinion Pure Bronze.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial or the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Pinion Pure Bronze carries a 45-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial.

What movement does the Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial run compared to the Pinion Pure Bronze?

The Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial runs a automatic caliber, while the Pinion Pure Bronze runs a manual (Sellita SW261-1).

Side by side

Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black DialvsPinion Pure Bronze

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial

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MSRP $5,714

Pinion Pure Bronze

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MSRP $1,715

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

3 Timer Black Dial44mm

Pure Bronze38mm

Power Reserve

3 Timer Black Dial40h

Pure Bronze45h

Water Resistance

3 Timer Black Dial300m

Pure Bronze100m

MSRP

3 Timer Black Dial$5,714

Pure Bronze$1,715

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Yes

Lume

Superluminova

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

—

Sellita SW261-1

Type

Automatic

Manual

Power Reserve

40h

45h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$5,714

$1,715

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial

The Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial is praised for its attractive case with thoughtful functional and aesthetic elements, a textured dial with a global look, and an elegant yet manly strap design. Its GMT function, powered by an ETA 2893-A2 movement, allows for easy adjustment of a second timezone, and the bi-directional bezel enables tracking a third. Reviewers note the cool grey guilloché dial with rhodium-plated indexes and subdued hour markers and hands give it a formal appearance suitable for suits and sport. Owners report good wearability for its 44mm size and 300m water resistance. However, the lume is not as bright as on other models, and some find the brand polarizing with an aggressive, chunky design. The Linde Werdelin 3 Timer Black Dial is considered pricey for its ETA movement, and owners note poor resale value, recouping only 35-40%.

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Pinion Pure Bronze

The Pinion Pure Bronze is lauded for its refreshing design, featuring a beautiful layered dial with applied numerals and luminous indexes. Reviewers praise its satisfying manual-winding action from the Unitas 6498 movement, which offers a 45-hour power reserve. One reviewer suggested a satin finish for the crown to match the case back and buckle. Overall, reviewers rate the Pinion Pure Bronze highly for its unique bronze case that patinates over time and its clear, subtly finished dial.

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