The next generation Linde Werdelin Oktopus Moon 3DTP’s™ (blue and white) showcases an evolution of the Oktopus case and moonphase complication in a pioneering new material.
This is a first for the Linde Werdelin Oktopus, producing a complete case in pioneering 3-Dimensional Thin Ply Carbon (3DTP™). Previously the bezel was made from ceramic. With a case weight of 60 grams, the Oktopus Moon 3DTP™ is now the lightest watch in the collection – two grams less than the SpidoLite 3DTP™ – making it an ideal sports and diver’s watch, with a depth of 300m under water.
The moonphase complication has taken a graphic turn, simpler and stronger to align with the architectural aesthetic of Linde Werdelin. The lume is present in each of the moons as well as on the hands and indices and dial. In a further change, there is no moon appearing in the dial at all when the moon is not present in the night sky. It also features a custom-made Swiss movement.
Differing from traditional carbon fibre composites or forged carbon, 3DTP involves a technique of layering thin sheets of carbon that took many years to master. Being able to shape the 3DTP carbon without delamination is a feat of engineering.
Blue and white accents have been applied to the respective dials, hands and indices, and can be paired with matching natural rubber straps that are interchangeable.
This is a special series of 59 pieces each, priced at £16,000 (ex. VAT)
Technical Specifications:
OKTOPUS MOON 3DTP
WHITE OR BLUE
Dial:
5 layer skeletonised dial
Flange and top layer; circular satin finish
Hands in titanium colour with satin finish and Luminova
Lower dial; Circular Côte de Genève
Large numerals, 3, 9, 12, in White (or Blue) with Luminova
Cool grey hour and minute indexes
Outer Case:
Sculpted multi-layered 3DTP carbon
Sapphire crystal, antireflective on the inside
Crown: Titanium; rough circular satin, engraved with an octopus motif
Back Case:
Titanium, engraved with octopus drawing
Limited edition number laser engraved from 1 to 59
Bezel:
3DTP carbon
DLC Titanium screws, circular satin finish on top and black tension discs
Dimensions:
44mm (w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)
Movement:
Bespoke LW calibre with in-house moon phase complication
Frequency: 28,800vph (4 Hz)
Jewels: 23
Power reserve: 42 hours
Strap:
Snow White Rubber Strap with Ardillion Buckle
OR
Ocean Blue Rubber Strap with Ardillion Buckle
Water Resistance:
300m
For more information please visit Linde Werdelin