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Linde Werdelin Oktopus IIIvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

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Oktopus III
Linde WerdelinOktopus III
MSRP $20,953
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus III45mm
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus III60h
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Water Resistance
Oktopus III300m
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
MSRP
Oktopus III$20,953
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
13mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
LW09
L888.5
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
60h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$20,953
$3,200

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What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus III

Owners and reviewers praise the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its avant-garde design and comfortable, lightweight titanium case, with some noting its advanced lume applications create a striking glow in the dark. The skeletonized or octopus-themed dials are highlighted, as is the integrated moon phase complication. One owner reported a lume bezel issue and subsequent poor service experience, though the problems were ultimately corrected. The Linde Werdelin Oktopus III features a 44-hour power reserve and is water-resistant to 300 meters. Overall, enthusiasts appreciate the Linde Werdelin Oktopus III for its unique design and wearable titanium construction.

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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