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Astor + Banks ChronovsLinde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

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Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
Oktopus III Black
Linde WerdelinOktopus III Black
MSRP $20,953

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Oktopus III Black45mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
Oktopus III Black60h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Oktopus III Black300m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Oktopus III Black$20,953

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
45mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
LW09
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
60h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$20,953

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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.

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