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Linde Werdelin Oktopus VolcanovsVario Futurist

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Oktopus Volcano
Linde WerdelinOktopus Volcano
MSRP $31,746
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Volcano40mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Volcano40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Volcano100m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Oktopus Volcano$31,746
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
12mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Black
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$31,746
$648

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano is celebrated for its wearable art design, featuring a 44mm titanium case with intricate 24k gold inlay depicting volcanic rock, a process that takes weeks per watch. Its five-layer skeletonized dial offers a striking contrast of deep black with gold numerals and date aperture. The watch is powered by the Calibre 14580 automatic movement, providing a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers alike praise the exceptional craftsmanship and unique aesthetic of the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano, justifying its significant investment.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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