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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep SeavsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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The bottom line

The 38mm Swordfish Field 38 wears 6mm narrower than the 44mm Oktopus Deep Sea — that's a meaningful jump on most wrists.

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.

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea
Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea
MSRP $8,102
Zelos Swordfish Field 38
Zelos Swordfish Field 38
MSRP $399
Oktopus Deep Sea
Linde WerdelinOktopus Deep Sea
MSRP $8,102
Swordfish Field 38
ZelosSwordfish Field 38
MSRP $399

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Deep Sea44mm
Swordfish Field 3838mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Deep Sea40h
Swordfish Field 3840h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Deep Sea300m
Swordfish Field 38200m
MSRP
Oktopus Deep Sea$8,102
Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
15.25mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Upper
Bronze
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,102
$399

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