Which is cheaper, the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $20,953 for the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black — a $20,528 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black wears larger at 45mm versus 40mm for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton — a 5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black uses the LW09 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Linde Werdelin Oktopus III BlackvsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Linde Werdelin Oktopus III Black

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MSRP $20,953

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Oktopus III Black45mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Oktopus III Black60h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Oktopus III Black300m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Oktopus III Black$20,953

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Dial Color

Black

Dollar Diver

Lume

Superluminova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

LW09

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

60h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$20,953

$425

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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.

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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