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Linde Werdelin Oktopus III BlackvsVario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

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Oktopus III Black
Linde WerdelinOktopus III Black
MSRP $20,953
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph
VarioEmpire Tachymètre Chronograph
MSRP $328

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus III Black45mm
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus III Black60h
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus III Black300m
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph50m
MSRP
Oktopus III Black$20,953
Empire Tachymètre Chronograph$328

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
13mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
38mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LW09
Seiko VK64 MecaQuartz
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$20,953
$328

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III is noted for its original, artistic design and high-quality case finishing. Reviewers describe it as a fun, attention-grabbing watch with a tough appearance, comfortable on the wrist despite its 44mm x 46mm size. It features a LW customized Dubois Dépraz caliber 14580 automatic movement and is water resistant to 300 meters. One reviewer flags that a big date complication's legibility is hampered by cut-out numerals. On balance, reviewers appreciate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its striking aesthetic and robust build.

Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph

The Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph is praised for its elegant, art deco-inspired multi-layered dial and comfortable leather strap. Owners note its 38mm diameter, 46mm lug-to-lug, and 11.5mm thickness, along with a sapphire crystal and 5 ATM water resistance. Criticisms include the use of different fonts for sub-dial and perimeter markers, and the absence of a traditional running second hand. Overall, owners appreciate the Vario Empire Tachymètre Chronograph for its distinctive dial design and comfortable wearability.

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