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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black DialvsVaer Field

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Oktopus Black Dial
Linde WerdelinOktopus Black Dial
MSRP $9,206
Field
VaerField
MSRP $329

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Black Dial46mm
Field40mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Black Dial40h
Field40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Black Dial100m
Field100m
MSRP
Oktopus Black Dial$9,206
Field$329

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
46mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
White
Lume
Superluminova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Swiss ETA 2892-A2
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,206
$329

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial for its striking, avant-garde design and the high-quality machining of its grade 5 titanium case. Reviewers consistently highlight its legibility and mainstream appeal, with one calling it a favorite within the line. The use of blue C3 SuperLumiNova on the black galvanic dial is noted for its exceptional lume, transitioning from calm in daylight to bold and bright in the dark. The watch is powered by an ETA 2892-A2 movement and comes on a rubber strap with a fold-over clasp. Some enthusiasts find the Oktopus design polarizing, with one describing it as "off" or "unfinished," while another finds the case "stunning." The Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial is priced at 6,900 euros and limited to 88 pieces. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Black Dial highly for its distinctive design and excellent lume.

Vaer Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Field's wearability, citing its slim 10.4mm thickness and 40mm case size. Reviewers and owners alike commend the crisp dial and excellent C3 SuperLuminova lume, with one owner noting it is "crazy bright." The Miyota 9015 movement is reported by one owner to run at +6 seconds per day. Some owners find the date window on older models to be a design flaw, and the lug hole placement can create a gap with standard straps. The $549 price is considered a hard sell by some, with others feeling it offers less value than established brands. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Field highly for its comfortable, slim case and bright lume at its price point.

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