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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep SeavsGrand Seiko SBGA481

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Oktopus Deep Sea
Linde WerdelinOktopus Deep Sea
MSRP $8,102
SBGA481
Grand SeikoSBGA481
MSRP $11,100

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Deep Sea44mm
SBGA48144.5mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Deep Sea40h
SBGA48172h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Deep Sea300m
SBGA481200m
MSRP
Oktopus Deep Sea$8,102
SBGA481$11,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
44.5mm
Thickness
15.25mm
14.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
23mm
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Upper
Black
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
9R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,102
$11,100

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea is lauded for its unique Alloy Linde Werdelin (ALW) case, offering superior strength and lightness, and its exceptional, multi-colored lume developed with Black Badger, which transforms the dial into a vibrant display in low light. Reviewers highlight the watch's comfortable 44mm lugless design and its architecturally striking, multi-layered dial. A minor criticism notes that the big date display is not lumed. Overall, reviewers praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea for its innovative materials and visually engaging lume application.

Grand Seiko SBGA481

Grand Seiko SBGA481 owners praise its light titanium case and sharp finishing, with one owner reporting it runs perfectly. Reviewers describe the SBGA481 as an unapologetically Grand Seiko creation with a unique hour hand and a "geeky, techy vibe" that some find daring. On balance, the consensus is that the Grand Seiko SBGA481 is a fun and daring watch that showcases the brand's distinctive design language.

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