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IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer AutomaticvsLinde Werdelin Oktopus III

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IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic

Owners widely praise the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic as a beautiful, solid, and hard-wearing watch with great lume and a functional bezel. Some owners find it chunky and note that the non-removable bars limit strap options, while one reviewer suggests its utilitarian and angular look, combined with a non-tapering bracelet and substantial weight, indicates a need for evolutionary refinement. The 42mm case feels robust and over-engineered, featuring a unique SafeDive bezel system. The IWC 32111 automatic movement offers a 120-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the IWC Schaffhausen Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic well for its robust build and unique bezel system, despite some finding it chunky.

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.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic42mm
Oktopus III45mm
Power Reserve
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic120h
Oktopus III60h
Water Resistance
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic300m
Oktopus III300m
MSRP
Iw328801 Aquatimer Automatic$6,700
Oktopus III$20,953

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
14.1mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Finish
Steel
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Superluminova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
32111
LW09
Power Reserve
120h
60h
Jewels
21
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,700
$20,953
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