Kobold Soarway Diver SealvsLinde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

Owners praise the Kobold Soarway Diver Seal for its attractive design, particularly with upgraded dials, and its lightweight titanium construction, noting it offers better wrist balance and superior overall construction. One owner found the ivory dial a bit pale but transformed its appearance with a brown leather strap. However, owners report persistent issues with the watch repeatedly stopping, with one instance of the second hand appearing to contact the minute hand, a problem that persisted even after a warranty replacement. Additionally, company owner's business practices and communication issues lead to extremely long service and repair times. Overall, owners rate the Kobold Soarway Diver Seal highly for its design and construction, though persistent mechanical issues and service concerns are significant drawbacks.

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.