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Linde Werdelin Oktopus III BlackvsPhoibos Apollo

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Oktopus III Black
Linde WerdelinOktopus III Black
MSRP $20,953
Apollo
PhoibosApollo
MSRP $460

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus III Black45mm
Apollo39mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus III Black60h
Apollo40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus III Black300m
Apollo200m
MSRP
Oktopus III Black$20,953
Apollo$460

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
39mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
Superluminova
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
LW09
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
60h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$20,953
$460

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

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.

Phoibos Apollo

The Phoibos Apollo is widely praised for its unique design, outstanding lume, and lightweight titanium build, with owners highlighting its comfortable 41mm wearability and value powered by a Miyota 9015 movement. Some find the "rocket" hand design hinders quick time-telling, and the bracelet does not taper. A few owners consider its price point high relative to other titanium and bronze offerings. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Apollo highly for its distinctive aesthetic and excellent lume at the price.

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