Side by side

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte TopvsLinde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano

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

RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
CWCRN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top
MSRP $604
Oktopus Volcano
Linde WerdelinOktopus Volcano
MSRP $31,746
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top for its excellent matte case finishing, precise seconds hand alignment, and dial reminiscent of vintage military watches. The Mk.2 upgrades, including a sapphire crystal, improved lume, and a precise 120-click bezel described as perfection with no play, are consistently highlighted as significant improvements over earlier versions. One owner noted the quartz movement gained 8 seconds over several months. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top highly for its solid construction, military significance, and terrific value.

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.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top41mm
Oktopus Volcano40mm
Power Reserve
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top40h
Oktopus Volcano40h
Water Resistance
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top300m
Oktopus Volcano300m
MSRP
RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top$604
Oktopus Volcano$31,746

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Skeleton
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$604
$31,746
Keep exploring

More watches worth a look

Matched to the watches above on size, movement, style and price — microbrands first. Open any one to dig in.

Follow this matchup

Get a note when CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top vs Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano gets more votes, a community discussion, or a price drop. No account needed.

Adjacent matchups

People also compared

Comparisons nearby in the catalog — alternatives to the watches above paired against the matchup.