Oktopus II
The Oktopus II has a strong reference to its predecessor in the design of its case body, yet boasts a brand new case construction.
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Posted on July 13, 2012 by Linde Werdelin There have been 7 comment(s)
We use a hi-tech ceramic for the first time to create the bezel for our latest dive watch family, the Oktopus II. Ceramic has been hailed as a break-through material for timepieces in the last few years for its hardness and superior durability.
Ceramics do not get scratched except by diamonds. They are much desired but still not commonly seen because of the costly hi-tech process to develop and produce, and few companies use them well in watches.
The ceramic bezel we have is uniquely created and requires even more effort and care. We give the top surface a satin-finish and polish a small angular facet around side of each and every bezel individually. It gives a beautiful soft sheen and, in the case of the Oktopus II, works better than a DLC (Diamond-Like-Carbon) bezel to bring out the depth of the case body. I am really pleased with the result and have taken some photos to show you.
On the left it is a DLC bezel.
What is also special is the tension disks in yellow that we particularly put under the screws to create a seal to secure the bezel with absolute tightness. Small detail but it makes a big difference.
Like titanium which we use for the case body, ceramics are very inert, and will not corrode or cause allergic reactions. We use these finest materials with serious application to a timepiece for real world diving.
The use of ceramic for the bezel makes the most sense. It is the part that is more exposed to nicks and scratches. When you wear the Oktopus II, you will feel the quality and be amazed by knowing what is sitting on your wrist.
M. Linde
This post was posted in LW Creations, Watches and was tagged with Morten Linde, Oktopus, Oktopus II Yellow
LW watches are amazing specially the all black watches, but the only thing I don't like is that regardless of how good a coating is eventually it will come of and the watch will start to loose its color, but if it is made out of ceramic it won't.
I think it would be a great thing if one day LW would make its black watches (like the spidospeed) in ceramic so owners will never have to worry about their watches loosing its color.
Keep the good work!!!
Posted by Jorge on July 16, 2012 at 2:30 am
Hi Jorge, great feedback.
Maybe one day, yes. Right now, it is not technically possible to produce a full ceramic Spido model. The case structure is too complex and intricate.
But we are always looking and investigating materials and production techniques. We shall see what the future will bring.
Posted by Linde Werdelin on July 16, 2012 at 5:02 pm
I have been a watch collector for many years, sport models tourbillions,and other complications.
I am very impressed with your new Oktopus line(yellow) will you be willing to make a strap like the spido speed orange with yellow stitching?
Yellow strap does not give enough versatlity but it is a nice accent alternative
Do you have plans to make the spido speed orange in titanium?
I need a light case due to a issue I have with left shoulder and neck pain
I am also looking at your beautiful spido lite. It would appear the titanium cases really make a big difference in weight without compromising I am very impressed with your line ,watch out AP and Hublot!
You have design teams to to reckoned with!
Posted by matt garagusi on July 21, 2012 at 4:55 pm
Great choice with the ceramic for the bezel. And as much as I like to see Linde Werdelin create an all ceramic watch, be it the Oktopus or Spido line, personally I think it's better for Linde Werdelin to look into enhancing their coating process instead of creating a ceramic watch.
I have seen other popular manufactures with an all-ceramic watch that crack when dropped or gets knocked hard, and to get a replacement for the watch case cost a bomb!
Yes the coating will eventually come off, but at least it would not compromise the durability of the watch case.
Well done Linde Werdelin. Looking forward to more exciting offerings in the near future.
Posted by Miki on July 28, 2012 at 3:06 pm
Just amazing !!!
Posted by trejo on August 4, 2012 at 4:09 pm
Your are too kind for words, Mr Garagusi. Congratulations on having successfully acquired the Oktopus II Titanium Yellow, one of 88 pieces worldwide! A Black alligator with yellow stitching would really "dress up" your Oktopus II :)
As for a SpidoSpeed in titanium - not this year but we will see.
Posted by Linde Werdelin on August 16, 2012 at 7:17 pm
Thank you, Mr Rosziman! Exactly the reason for the way we use ceramic.
Posted by Linde Werdelin on August 16, 2012 at 8:02 pm