Linde Werdelin teamed up with E’collezione in Singapore which resulted in a special edition 3-Timer Racing Series. But be aware, it’s limited…very limited!

This limited edition of the 3-Timer is seriously limited… only 9 pieces of each color! If you’re not familiar with the Linde Werdelin multi timezone watches you can read my reviews. In January of this year Linde Werdelin gave me a 2-Timer for an extensive test and last year I reviewed the 3-Timer.

The launch of this Linde Werdelin 3-Timer special edition coincides with the Grand Prix in Singapore. The model name is engraved in the caseback. The other difference with the ‘normal’ 3-Timer are the two color variations. Personally I really like the 3-Timer as an all-round sports and out-door activities watch. And now I really like the yellow version!

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Last year Linde Werdelin almost completely renewed their collection. This year they build further on that collection and in a surprising way.

There’s the new Oktopus Titanium Black Bezel…. the Oktopus Tattoo…. the Oktopus DLC…. and the Oktopus Moonphase. Now that’s 4 new Oktopus models. And there’s a SpidoLite in rose gold….

The case of the Oktopus Tattoo has a tattoo engraving, designed by Danish tattoo artist Henning Jensen. On the press release photo the engraving looks very ‘in-your-face’, however in the metal it’s rather discrete. The parts of the watch when it’s on your wrist, that are seen (the dial and dive bezel), are not tattooed. Also the tattoo engraving is only 80 nanometers deep which gives it a refined look.

The new Oktopus Tattoo also has new hands, which are designed to resemble the tentacles of an octopus. Because the Oktopus models are 2mm thicker than the rest of the Linde Werdelin collection, the water resistance of this series is now 1.111 meter or 110 ATM. In the side of the case, at the 9 o’clock position, is an integrated helium escape valve. And another highlight of the Oktopus Tattoo…  it’s now powered by a Frederic Piguet caliber 1150.

Another new Linde Werdelin is the Oktopus Moonphase. With a rose gold bezel and rose gold numerals & markers on the dial, it’s a mix of a dress watch and a sports watch. The moonphase complication, made by Svend Anderson who also did the movement of the SpidoLite, adds to that as well.

The moonphase is a just stunning to look at . It has a base of super luminova and on top of that, a photo-realistic moon has been ‘silk-painted’. The Oktopus Moonphase is also powered by an automatic Frederic Piguet caliber 1150 with a power reserve of 72 hours. The moonphase complication can be adjusted manually by the second crown position, normally used for the date.

Last year the SpidoLite was my favorite. I just loved the skelletonized titanium case. This year there’s a SpidoLite in rose gold.

Usually i have a strong preference for white metals. Somehow i feel white metal suits me much better and besides a vintage Glashütte Sixties i only own watches in white metal. For the SpidoLite i would make an exception and i would do this without hesitation. When i put it on for a wrist shot, i immediately fell in love again.

It doesn’t look like most watches in gold. The black screws and crown, the skelletonized case and dial, add something bold and sporty to this watch that makes it anything but a typical gold watch. By the way, it also looks good on a women’s wrist.

I’d love to know what you think of the SpidoLite in rose gold. Please post a comment or let me know by email.

At the end of day one of Baselworld 2010 the official AHCI book launch party was held. I was totally overwhelmed to see so many of the best watchmakers on this planet together in one place. But there was more that really blew me away…

The most spectacular watch i have seen on day one was the Rebellion T-1000. Rebellion was launched in 2008 by the racing team with the same name. The idea was that high tech mechanics could go well together. In the Predator series Rebellion comes with a new mono-poussoir chronograph. Mono-poussoir or single-button chronographs are probably my favorite complication.

Now the thing that blew me of my socks was the T-1000. The number in the name is for the hours of power reserve. Yep… it’s got 1000 hours of power reserve! OK… take a deep breath… inhale, exhale… yes indeed a mechanical movement with 1000 hours or 41 hours of power reserve. The six spring barrels, three on each side, provide the power for this. In a patented system of energy distribution, six barrels are wound in parallel via a central prop shaft driving two chains, but they discharge in series (2 x 3) to optimize a regular power supply to the regulator. The movement has a double balance that releases the immense power at a controlled rate, according to Rebellion.

For now only a quick photo of the movement. The watch can be seen on the Rebellion website.

I also visited Linde Werdelin and got a tattoo… just kidding, but i did try their new Oktopus Tattoo. Later i’ll tell more about Linde Werdelin’s new watches. Now a wrist shot of the Oktopus Tattoo.

And now the Linde Werdelin test is almost over, so is my vacation…

The 2-Timer has been on my wrist for the past 3,5 weeks, except when i rinsed the salt sea-water off and when making photos of the watch. The Linde Werdelin proved to be an absolute reliable partner for traveling, even if you’re going off the beaten track. With it’s rubber strap it was very comfortable to wear with 35 degrees Celsius during day time. Yes 35 degrees Celsius and it’s winter here in India… can you imagine? The sea water’s temperature is around 28 degrees, which is also no punishment.

Now a last photo before i’m going to write the test review…