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Linde Werdelin Oktopus VolcanovsVaer Calendar Field

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Oktopus Volcano
Linde WerdelinOktopus Volcano
MSRP $31,746
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189
What people say

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Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano

The Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano is celebrated for its wearable art design, featuring a 44mm titanium case with intricate 24k gold inlay depicting volcanic rock, a process that takes weeks per watch. Its five-layer skeletonized dial offers a striking contrast of deep black with gold numerals and date aperture. The watch is powered by the Calibre 14580 automatic movement, providing a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, owners and reviewers alike praise the exceptional craftsmanship and unique aesthetic of the Linde Werdelin Oktopus Volcano, justifying its significant investment.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Oktopus Volcano40mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Oktopus Volcano40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Oktopus Volcano300m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Oktopus Volcano$31,746
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
15mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Skeleton
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$31,746
$189
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