Linde Werdelin Spidolite Tech Gold Review

ED209 provides an in-depth, on-the-wrist review of the Linde Werdelin Spidolite Tech Gold, a timepiece that debuted at Baselworld 2013. This article explores the brand's innovative use of materials, including their proprietary ALW alloy and forged carbon, offering a comprehensive look at its design and wearability.

The Spidolite Tech Gold for my review debuts the Alloy Linde Werdelin “ALW” which is a proprietary metal alloy.  The development of ALW was the result of two years worth of research and development.   ALW is used for the inner case assembly for the movement and is 50% lighter than titanium while still maintaining the tensile strength of steel.   The outer case has the signature Linde Werdelin skeletonized design as other Spidolite models but the Tech Gold uses forged carbon.  Following this lightweight theme, there are titanium hex screws for the strap attachments.  The bezel and crown is crafted in 18k rose gold which provides a nice color contrast to the swirl pattern of the forged carbon. 

This is an on-the-watch review so the timing of receiving this watch was perfect.  I had a long day at work towards the end of December and on a Friday early afternoon I receive a package from our friends at Linde Werdelin. 

Everything was secure and well packaged.  A heavy bright orange glossy box was inside a thick cardboard box with the prototype piece protected by a clear plastic wrap.  I had requested a short strap so that it would fit better on my small wrists.  At first glance I loved the color contrast with the forged carbon and the red accents on the dial and red stitching on the textured calfskin strap.

So it was time to leave the office and take out the Spidolite Tech Gold out for a weekend roadtrip in the Corvette.

Just a few short hours drive across the 15 freeway we’ve arrived at our Destination.  Las Vegas!

To impress my new wrist companion, we had reservations for the Spidolite Tech Gold to enjoy the menu degustation at Joel Robuchon at the MGM Grand Las Vegas. 

In between the various dinner courses I had a chance to take a few pictures of the watch on our dining table.  Even with a more upscale restaurant like this one I felt that the Spidolite worked with my dress shirt and slacks.  It was definitely comfortable to wear and extremely light weight.

And another picture the watch with a nice holiday gift from the staff at Robuchon.  Our waitress noticed the Spidolite and commented on how nice the color contrast was on my wrist.  I showed her the watch and she was surprised at how light it felt. 

The next day we walked around the garden area near the lobby of the Mirage looking at all the holiday decorations.  I was in more casual clothing with my standard polo shirts and jeans.  Again, the versatility of the Spidolite worked well with my apparel. 

Only two weekends later I joined a few of my fellow PuristS for a relaxing drive up to Santa Barbara for a brunch at the Four Seasons hotel.  We had some nice ocean views and the pool at the private spa was tempting, but it was little cold so I didn’t go for a dip in the water.  But I’m confident the Spidolite Tech Gold would have done well with it’s 100m water resistance.

On our evening drive back to Los Angeles, we stopped by the Simi Valley area to meet up with some friends for some smokey bbq beef ribs.  The messy sauce got all over, but the watch held up well.