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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep SeavsVaer G5 Meridian GMT

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

Oktopus Deep Sea
Linde WerdelinOktopus Deep Sea
MSRP $8,102
G5 Meridian GMT
VaerG5 Meridian GMT
MSRP $935

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Deep Sea44mm
G5 Meridian GMT39mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Deep Sea40h
G5 Meridian GMT40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Deep Sea300m
G5 Meridian GMT200m
MSRP
Oktopus Deep Sea$8,102
G5 Meridian GMT$935

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
44mm
39mm
Thickness
15.25mm
13mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,102
$935

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea is lauded for its unique Alloy Linde Werdelin (ALW) case, offering superior strength and lightness, and its exceptional, multi-colored lume developed with Black Badger, which transforms the dial into a vibrant display in low light. Reviewers highlight the watch's comfortable 44mm lugless design and its architecturally striking, multi-layered dial. A minor criticism notes that the big date display is not lumed. Overall, reviewers praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Deep Sea for its innovative materials and visually engaging lume application.

Vaer G5 Meridian GMT

The Vaer G5 Meridian GMT is a compelling and affordable true GMT watch, featuring the Miyota 9075 movement. Reviewers note its 39mm stainless steel case, which is described as chunky but visually minimized by twisted lugs, and a highly domed sapphire crystal that contributes to reflections. The glossy ceramic bezel also adds to its shiny appearance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer G5 Meridian GMT highly for its true GMT functionality and value.

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