The Transfer Window has Opened...

At Linde Werdelin.

Now before you get to excited, this is essentially an internal transfer/promotion.

This is the announcement -

Appointment of new Sales Director

Linde Werdelin has seen unprecedented developments in recent years. Amidst the strong growth and exciting momentum, I am delighted to welcome Alexandre David as the Sales Director of Linde Werdelin.

The appointment was made, with immediate effect, following Alexandre’s role as Distributor for Europe from the start of 2014. He is responsible for managing our distribution and retail partners worldwide.

Alexandre has an extensive background in distribution and business management for over 18 years. Notably in recent years, Alexandre managed the international retail network as Chief Commercial Officer at MB&F and, prior to that, was CEO of Ikepod from 2008 to 2012, where he was credited with repositioning the brand and building its strong presence across the world.

Alexandre’s depth of experience and contacts in the Swiss watch industry will bring new insights to help drive growth for Linde Werdelin and expand our global network. His appointment will also allow me to develop more meaningful relationships with our distribution partners, media partners, and valued customers going forward.

So as the transfer window begins to open, prepare your scorecard to follow all of the action!  While this is good news for Mr. David, there are some very uncomfortable conversations taking place in Switzerland, Germany and points west.  Resumes are being updated, and suddenly, almost like magic, calls are being returned and emails being responded to.  Nothing like a dash of anxiety to improve communication ; )

I kid, a little.  It's a hard world out there, even in the luxury watch business.  

Honourary LW People: Jon Olsson

Linde Werdelin has announced a new partnership with Jon Olsson.

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Here are the details from the source -

Only in (North) America!

This just in from Linde Werdelin -


North America 
Exceptional Series of 15 Pieces 
SpidoLite II Titanium Gold 

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Linde Werdelin has released a very unique series of the SpidoLite family available exclusively in Linde Werdelin’s North America authorized retailers.

Linde Werderlin's Oktopus II Red

A splash of summer color from Linde Werdelin -

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SpidoLite II Tech from Linde Werdelin

This just in from Linde Werdelin -

A Technical Development of the Spido Case at BaselWorld 2013 (Le Palace)

  LINDE WERDELIN launches the SpidoLite II Tech in two series of 75 pieces each. The main development of these two series is a new case in Alloy Linde Werdelin “ALW”, carbon, ceramic, gold and a ceramic coating for titanium.

During the last two years LINDE WERDELIN has tested and developed new materials and composites that best suit the purpose of each LINDE WERDELIN timepiece. The new SpidoLite II Tech is a result of this experimental approach.


Aspiring to achieve a lighter and stronger case, LINDE WERDELIN has focused on the combination of two new materials for the inner and outer case. For weight reduction the new "ALW", a strong composite of metals, has been conceived for the inner case, while the outer case is crafted in forged carbon. The inner and outer case and the bezel have undergone numerous tolerance tests to find the optimal relation between the three materials. A further challenge has been to establish the correct balance between the strength and lightness of the skeletonised carbon case.

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The new SpidoLite II Tech is released in two series:


 SpidoLite II Tech Gold - ALW inner case with skeletonised outer case in forged carbon and an 18 karat rose gold bezel and crown.

 SpidoLite II Tech Green - ALW inner case with skeletonised outer case in forged carbon with ceramic bezel and titanium crown treated with a ceramic coating.

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Technical Specifications
SpidoLite II Tech

Numbered Series 75

Case:
Outer case crafted in forged carbon with matt finish / Inner case crafted in ALW with 25 microns treatment and microbillé and satin finish / Constructed with 19 components / 2.2mm anti-reflective sapphire crystal / See-through sapphire crystal in back case / Ceramic coating treated on titanium screw in crown / Spido icon and sub-dial engravings

Dimensions:
44mm (w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)

Dial:
Two-part skeletonised upper dial / Côtes de Genève lower dial / Luminova indexes / Date wheel red or green / Hours, minutes, and sub-dial for seconds / Steel hands with luminova

Movement:
LW 04 custom-made mechanical automatic movement by Concepto / 42 hours power reserve / Balance frequency: 28,800vph, 4Hz

Water Resistance:
100m

Strap:
SpidoLite black textured calfskin strap with red or green stitching and ardillon buckle, interchangeable within LINDE WERDELIN’s proprietary strap system.


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A Few Minutes with Morten Linde

As with many great brands, Linde Werdelin is really a collaboration.  In this case between Creative Director Morten Linde and his colleague Jorn Werdelin.  So now a few minutes with the "design side" of Linde Werdelin, Morten Linde.

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Tempus Fugit - What was your first watch?  Was it a gift?  Is there a story behind it?

Morten Linde - I received a mechanical watch when I was 18 years old.  It was a gift and I later gave it to my son.


TF - When you were a boy, what did you want to be when you "grew up"?

ML - I’ve always had a creative mind. At 17, I discovered The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts while I was in the process of applying for University and realised I wanted to be a designer.



TF - What are some of the things you did prior to entering the watch industry?


ML - Product design - some of which has been award winning, I also set up my own studio and worked on renewed Danish and international brands.

TF - While you are a well-known designer, you were not always involved in watch design - what got you started?  What are some of the special challenges in designing a watch?

ML - Prior to the creation of Linde Werdelin I did indeed design other watches and I have always felt affection for this long lasting and valuable object.  I started this company with Jorn, whom I’ve known since I was at school and we shared the same interests. Some of the particular challenges are given by the ability of combining different elements of a watch such as case, dial, movement, crown, bezel etc… and make the timepiece work forever.



TF - Your partner in this enterprise, Jorn Werdelin is known as both an entrepreneur and a free spirit - how does your working relationship work?

ML - It works great, as we are long-time friends with the same shared passion for watches.



TF - What is it that makes Linde Werdelin special?

ML - We have a strong DNA and our products have a strong personality - we are a  free spirited company.



TF - What is a typical day in the life of Morten Linde?

ML - I spend most of the day in the office, working on design and overseeing the Image of the brand.  I liaise all day with London (our marketing department).  Ultimately but most importantly I take care of my  family.



TF - I realize it might be difficult, but what is your favourite Linde Werdelin?

ML - I am always passionate about the watch I am working on right now.



TF - What are some of the challenges facing Linde Werdelin?

ML - To keep on doing as well as we are doing now.



TF - What are Linde Werdelin's strongest markets?

ML - Are strongest markets right now are Asia and the US.



TF - How do you see Linde Werdelin developing in the coming years?

ML - Exploring and being innovative with more materials and movements.



TF - What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?

ML - Spending time with my family, skiing and always working!



TF - If you weren't involved with what you're doing with Linde Werdelin, what do you think you might be doing?

ML - Nothing else. 



TF - What advice do you have for the next Morten Linde out there?

ML - Be true to yourself, do whatever you think is right but know how to work with other people.

Linde Werdelin Sees Red in Geneva

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No, contrary to popular belief it is nearly impossible for independent bloggers to attend EVERY event. We do not all lead charmed lives ; )

But Linde Weredelin was kind enough to share some of the novelties that they are focusing on in Geneva this week, and one of them continues to catch my eye - the SpidoLite II Titanium in RED!

And for those of you unable to visit a retail partner - you an shop direct!

http://www.lindewerdelin.com/watches/spido/spidolite-ii-titanium-red?utm_campaign=E-mailer%3A+Genève+2013+Update+%28All+database%29&utm_source=emailCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=

A Moonlight Swim with Linde Werdelin's Oktopus II Moon

Linde Werdelin has something special for the Geneva fair this year -

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This is their latest - the Oktopus II.  Here's the scoop straight from the source -

A NEW MOON IS RELEASED AT GENEVA 2013 59 PIECES - THE FIRST IN-HOUSE COMPLICATION

LINDE WERDELIN celebrates the first New Moon of 2013 releasing the new Oktopus II Moon. The Moon is the first complication entirely conceived, developed and produced in-house by LINDE WERDELIN and will be showcased in Geneva between 22nd and 25th of January 2013. As one lunar cycle takes 29-and-a-half days to complete, two series of Oktopus II Moon come in an exclusive collection of 59 pieces: Oktopus II Moon Gold - Limited to 12 pieces. Oktopus II Moon Black - Limited to 47 pieces.

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Oktopus II Moon Numbered Series 59 A

Case: Crafted in rose gold, titanium and DLC / Hand satin finish and microbillé / Constructed with 19 components / 2.2 mm anti-reflective sapphire crystal / Screw in back case with engraved octopus drawing / screw in crown with engraved octopus symbol

Dimensions: 44mm (w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)

Dial: Three-part skeletonised dial / Hands: diamond-cut hands

Movement: In-house developed moon phase complication / Power reserve: 42 hours / Balance frequency: 28800vph, 4Hz / Standard rotor / Strengthened escapement

Water Resistance: 300m

Strap: Bespoke high-end natural rubber strap, interchangeable within Linde Werdelin’s proprietary strap system 

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The SpidoLite Black

This just in from Linde Werdelin -

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LINDE WERDELIN, renowned for crafting high-end mechanical watches and attachable digital instruments for diving and skiing, introduces 3 new SpidoLite II models before Christmas. The ultimate one is SpidoLite II Black Gold.

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Limited to 75 pieces, this new addition presents a full DLC treated case with rose gold crown and rose gold detailing on the dial. 

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Linde Werdelin's New Red SpidoLite II Series

This just in from Linde Werdelin -

SpidoLite II Titanium Red is the second series of the new family of three released in December 2012. Limited to 75 piece, this new addition presents a striking red dial with black DLC details.
The original skeletonised titanium case construction, produced with weight reduction technology, makes this piece ideal for high altitude sports experience. The outer case and certain facets have undergone microbillé and satin finish, while the inner case, crown and screws have undergone black DLC treatment. 

The dial consists of two skeletonized layers. The Côtes de Genève lower dial carries the LINDE WERDELIN logo. 

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The upper dial bears the red and luminova indexes, the numerals of the seconds’ sub-dial at 9 o'clock and the date function.

The numerals of the skeletonised black calendar wheel have been amplified, enhancing date readability. The laser-cut date disk blends with the dial and the titanium and satin finish hands.

The LW 04, caliber 2251, powers the SpidoLite II Titanium Red, custom- made by Concepto; independent movement manufacture based in La Chaux de Fonds. The movement is visible through the dial as well as through the sapphire crystal case- back. On the front and back of the movement it’s finished with a circular perlage and engraved with the Spido logo. 

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The black rotor bears a red LINDE WERDELIN icon.
All the screws in the movement are blued steel and have been implemented because of their high anti-corrosion properties and to enhance the beauty of the movement. The result is achieved with a slow and cautious heating process.

SpidoLite II Titanium Red is available in a limited series of 75 pieces, retailing at CHF 10,700 exclusive of VAT, from December 2012 from any LW authorized retailer in local currency and on LindeWerdelin.com. 

Technical Specifications
SpidoLite II Titanium Red Numbered Series 75 A Case:

The black rotor bears a red LINDE WERDELIN icon.
All the screws in the movement are blued steel and have been implemented because of their high anti-corrosion properties and to enhance the beauty of the movement. The result is achieved with a slow and cautious heating process.

SpidoLite II Titanium Red is available in a limited series of 75 pieces, retailing at CHF 10,700 exclusive of VAT, from December 2012 from any LW authorized retailer in local currency and on LindeWerdelin.com

Entirely crafted in titanium / Microbillé and satin finish on outer case / DLC treated inner case / Constructed with 19components / 2.2mm anti-reflective sapphire crystal / See-through sapphire crystal in back case / DLC treated screw in crown / Spido icon and sub-dial engravings

Dimensions:
44mm (w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)

Dial:
Two-part skeletonised red dial / red sub-dial for seconds / Hands: diamond-cut galvanic treated hands

Movement:
LW 04 custom-made mechanical automatic movement by Concepto / Power reserve: 42 hours / Balance frequency: 28800vph, 4Hz / Skeletonised oscillator with ceramic bearings for increased strength/ Strengthened escapement / Spido icon engraved

Water Resistance: 
100m


Strap:
SpidoLite black textured calfskin strap with red stitching and ardillon buckle, interchangeable within LINDE WERDELIN’s proprietary strap system. 

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The SpidoLite II Titanium Blue

This is the latest addition to LINDE WERDELIN's family - the SpidoLite II Titanium Blue

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And here's all the info, straight from Linde Werdelin -

THE IDEA

SpidoLite II is a true testament to supreme craftsmanship and architecture of the most technically-complex watch case design. Featuring Linde Werdelin's signature fully skeletonised case and dial construction inspired by F1 car's weight reduction technology, the SpidoLite II is crafted in titanium to further reduce weight yet in a robust structure making it fit for even extreme altitude sports.

THE CASE

The SpidoLite II is produced individually with superb precision engineering in multiple layers, adding depth to a 3-dimensional skeletonised experience, revealing a beautifully finished custom-made automatic movement in the heart, as well as an in-house designed rotor bearing the LW logo through the clear sapphire crystal case back. A date function has been given to a SpidoLite model for the first time, while a seconds subdial is positioned at 9 o'clock. The blued steel hands create a stunning contrast with a touch of vibrancy to the industrial monochrome feel in this timepiece. The SpidoLite II Titanium Blue is limited to 75 pieces worldwide in Series A.  An Anthracite DLC version is also available.

Numbered Series 75

Case	Entirely crafted in titanium Constructed with 19 components 2.2mm anti-reflective sapphire crystal See-through sapphire crystal in back case Spido icon and sub-dial engravings Screw in crown
Dimensions	44mm(w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)
Movement	LW 04 custom-made upscale mechanical automatic movement by Concepto 42 hours power reserve Balance frequency: 28800vph, 4Hz Skeleton oscillator with ceramic bearings to increase strength Strengthened escapement
Dial	Two-part skeletonised black dial with Côtes de Genève lower dial Skeletonised date wheel Hours, minutes, and sub-dial for seconds 3 polished blued steel hands with greenline cool grey SuperLumiNova
Water Resistance	100 m
Strap	SpidoLite black textured calfskin strap with blue stitching and ardillon buckle, interchangeable within Linde Werdelin’s proprietary strap system

Case

Entirely crafted in titanium
Constructed with 19 components
2.2mm anti-reflective sapphire crystal
See-through sapphire crystal in back case
Spido icon and sub-dial engravings
Screw in crown

Dimensions

44mm(w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h)

Movement

LW 04 custom-made upscale mechanical automatic movement by Concepto
42 hours power reserve
Balance frequency: 28800vph, 4Hz
Skeleton oscillator with ceramic bearings to increase strength
Strengthened escapement

Dial

Two-part skeletonised black dial with Côtes de Genève lower dial
Skeletonised date wheel
Hours, minutes, and sub-dial for seconds
3 polished blued steel hands with greenline cool grey SuperLumiNova

Water Resistance

100 m

Strap

SpidoLite black textured calfskin strap with blue stitching and ardillon buckle, interchangeable within Linde Werdelin’s proprietary strap system

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Oktopus II Dive Series Debuts in Rose Gold

This just in from Linde Werdelin - 

Individually crafted in titanium adorned with rose gold bezel and two side units to create a stunning contrast, the Oktopus II Rose Gold Titanium features a big date in double wheels, powered by a highly finished Dubois Dépraz custom-made automatic movement for enhanced readability.

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The 2-layered dial is laser-cut in stencil technique into an octopus representation at the layer on top, and with circular Côtes de Genève finish to resemble water ripples at the layer below.  The case back is intricately engraved with an octopus drawing created by Morten Linde.  The crown carries an engraved octopus symbol. A series will be made available in 88 pieces worldwide.

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Linde Werdelin Introduces Spidospeed Black Diamond

This just in from Linde Werdelin 

A unique composition of black diamonds, mother of pearl, dlc with blued steel hands limited to only 50 pieces. 

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Background Numbered Series A, 50A

Case:

Three part construction black dlc microbillé steel / Number of parts: 32 / microbillé and hand satin finish anti-reflective sapphire crystal / see-through sapphire crystal in back case / spider web and chronograph sub-dial engravings / Screw in crown with Chronograph pushers at 2 and 4 o’clock / Internal case comprising 48 black diamonds: quality VVS, diameters 1, 90/1, 95 mm, 32/24 cutting (total 56 facets) total weight 1,574 carats. 

Dimensions:
44mm (w) by 46mm (l) by 15mm (h) 

Movement:
LW 03 Concepto calibre 2251 integrated chronograph / 48 hours power reserve / 237 components / Balance frequency: 28800 Alt/H/ ceramic bearing in oscillator/ strengthened escapement. 

Dial:
Two-part mother of pearl from Tahiti dial, opalin top dial part / black galvanic chronograph sub-dials for hours, minutes and seconds / Hands: 2 blued steel hands / Grey SLN on main dial and sub-dial indexes / small diamond in the 6H counter / Hour counter stetted with a 1 mm black diamond. 

Water Resistance:
100m 

Strap:
SpidoSpeed textured calf strap with ardillon buckle 

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Something interesting just swam up!

This is the latest from Linde Werdelin -

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This is the Oktopus II - Titanium BLUE

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My understanding from the nice folks at LInde Werdelin is that "release into the wild" is imminent!  So those of you waiting anxiously to bring your Oktopus II home, the wait is nearly over!

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A Rose Gold SpidoSpeed from Linde Werdelin

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This is the latest from Linde Werdelin - a SpidoSpeed conceived of rose gold.  As we have come to expect from Linde Werdelin, this is a watch that does more than tell the time.  It speaks on a truly emotional level.  As has often been said when looking at an amazing piece of architecture, you realize that even a brick wants to be more!  For the SpidoSpeed we can say that even a watch case wants to be more.

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And here in their own words -

Much of the detailing and construction of the SpidoSpeed bear references from the racing car industry. It is designed with a complex fully skeletonised case and multiple-layered dial structure to bring you an all-round 3-dimensional experience.

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Powered by an upscale bespoke chronograph movement, this model comes with a SpidoSpeed black alligator strap and an ardillion buckle in solid rose gold. Only 100 pieces in Series A are available worldwide.

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Linde Werdelin's SpidoSpeed Anthracite DLC

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LINDE WERDELIN watches and instruments are excited for the arrival of the latest version of its chronograph model, SpidoSpeed Anthracite DLC.

Achieving a uniform ‘Anthracite’ shade for the full series of SpidoSpeed Anthracite DLC in 100 pieces was an extremely challenging procedure. 

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The result of the Diamond-Like-Carbon treatment, also known as DLC, is an anthracite grey nuance, which conceives a major sense of depth to the case, conveying the best 3-dimensional experience, typical of the Spido family.

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SpidoSpeed Anthracite DLC will retail at € 10,300 exclusive of VAT from mid-January on LindeWerdelin.com or from any LW authorised retailer in local currency.

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A chronograph from Linde Werdelin

This just in from Linde Werdelin -

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“The most intriguing part of the SpidoSpeed

is what is missing from it…”

Morten Linde

Linde Werdelin, the leading sports watches and attachable instruments manufacturer, is proud to announce the launch of a 3-Dimensional skeletonised experience, the SpidoSpeed. With a strong reference to the SpidoLite range and inspired by the racing car industry, the SpidoSpeed is Linde Werdelin’s first chronograph model. It features a new and more complex skeletonised steel case construction with weight reduction technology while always maintaining integrity of strength.

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Coming soon!

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Linde Werdelin Hard Grey DLC

This is the Linde Werdelin Hard Grey DLC – exclusively available at Exquisite Timepieces in Naples, Florida 

Exquisite Timepieces

An "Oktupus" by moonlight?

Linde Werdelin has never been hesitant to propose something new - and the Oktupus Moonphase Complication is no exception!
This newest member of the Oktupus's growing family offers something more than mere water resistance and legibility.
This dive watch has a moonphase indicator!

Made of titanium and gold, Linde Werdelin's fantastic new diver has combined a Frederic Piguet 1150 and a moonphase complication designed by none other than Svend Andersen, this is something truly unique.

Only 29 pieces in the world - just the thing for your next moonlight dive.

For more information on the Oktupus Moonphase visit Linde Werdelin at:

www.LindeWerdelin.com

We will have more from Linde Werdelin, so stay tuned!