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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black DialvsCWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

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Oktopus Black Dial
Linde WerdelinOktopus Black Dial
MSRP $9,206
SBS 1987 Aged Special
CWCSBS 1987 Aged Special
MSRP $1,083
What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial for its striking, avant-garde design and the high-quality machining of its grade 5 titanium case. Reviewers consistently highlight its legibility and mainstream appeal, with one calling it a favorite within the line. The use of blue C3 SuperLumiNova on the black galvanic dial is noted for its exceptional lume, transitioning from calm in daylight to bold and bright in the dark. The watch is powered by an ETA 2892-A2 movement and comes on a rubber strap with a fold-over clasp. Some enthusiasts find the Oktopus design polarizing, with one describing it as "off" or "unfinished," while another finds the case "stunning." The Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial is priced at 6,900 euros and limited to 88 pieces. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial highly for its distinctive design and excellent lume.

CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special

Owners widely praise the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special for its rugged build and military heritage, with some finding its quality comparable to higher-end watches. A reviewer notes the 41mm PVD-coated watch features a bright SuperLuminova dial. One owner reports a bit of play in the 60-click bezel, present from new, alongside minor wear on the PVD coating and bezel insert. On balance, owners rate the CWC SBS 1987 Aged Special highly for its rugged build and military heritage, despite some questioning its value at £700.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Black Dial46mm
SBS 1987 Aged Special40mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Black Dial40h
SBS 1987 Aged Special40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Black Dial100m
SBS 1987 Aged Special300m
MSRP
Oktopus Black Dial$9,206
SBS 1987 Aged Special$1,083

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
SBS 1987 Aged Special
Lume
Superluminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Swiss ETA 2892-A2
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,206
$1,083
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