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Linde Werdelin Oktopus IIIvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

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Oktopus III
Linde WerdelinOktopus III
MSRP $20,953
SPIRIT ZULU TIME
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME
MSRP $3,550

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus III45mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME39mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus III60h
SPIRIT ZULU TIME72h
Water Resistance
Oktopus III300m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME100m
MSRP
Oktopus III$20,953
SPIRIT ZULU TIME$3,550

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
45mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Titanium
Ceramic
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Screw-down case back

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Dial Color
Blue
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Applied Arabic numerals
Lume
Superluminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
LW09
L844.4
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
60h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$20,953
$3,550

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus III

Owners and reviewers praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its avant-garde design and comfortable, lightweight titanium case, with some noting its advanced lume applications create a striking glow in the dark. The skeletonized or octopus-themed dials are highlighted, as is the integrated moon phase complication. One owner reported a lume bezel issue and subsequent poor service experience, though the problems were ultimately corrected. The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III features a 44-hour power reserve and is water-resistant to 300 meters. Overall, enthusiasts appreciate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its unique design and wearable titanium construction.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME

Owners widely praise the Longines Spirit Zulu Time for its excellent fit and finish, visual appeal, and value, with many preferring its thinner titanium case and color-matched date wheel. Reviewers highlight its legibility and comfortable 39mm wearability, while some owners note the bracelet could be weightier and lacks tool-less micro-adjustment. Accuracy figures range from +5 seconds per day to unspecified, and one owner reported condensation risk in hot tubs. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Longines Spirit Zulu Time highly for its blend of tool-watch utility and segment-leading finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 18k gold capped bezel insert is a notable feature, adding a touch of luxury to the watch. However, the watch's lume is not as bright as some reviewers would like, which is a drawback for those who prioritize good illumination. Reviewers disagree on the watch's functionality, with some considering it a compelling option and others feeling it doesn't quite live up to its design.

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