Octopus Kraken Watches
Lightweight titanium divers, best known for a well-reviewed Pelagos homage.
Octopus Kraken is a small, newer homage-watch brand that describes itself as making affordable, high-quality watches inspired by iconic timepieces, all sold under its own name. Its best-known piece is a titanium dive watch widely regarded as one of the stronger homages to the Tudor Pelagos 39, alongside a broader lineup that the brand lists as divers, pilots, field, dress, retro, and bronze styles. The watches use a 39mm titanium case, sapphire crystal, ceramic bezel, and a 200m water-resistance rating, and typically retail in roughly the $250 to $300 range. As a young brand, its track record is shorter than established names, so claims are best kept modest. Early reviews praise the comfort, finishing, and lume of the Pelagos homage while noting it is a homage rather than an original design.
Quality, movements & what to expect
The flagship Octopus Kraken diver uses a grade-2 titanium case for light weight, a sapphire crystal with blue AR coating, a 120-click ceramic bezel insert, and a titanium bracelet, rated to 200m at around 39mm with a slim profile. The movement is the PT5000, a Swiss-style Chinese automatic; reviewers generally find it capable, though a few owners have reported winding or rotor concerns, so this is worth checking on arrival. Finishing and comfort earn praise, but as a new brand the long-term reliability and bracelet track record are still being established. Buy through the brand's official site to secure warranty support and to confirm the current movement and spec.
Octopus Kraken's most popular homages
Octopus Kraken Pelagos Homage
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Frequently asked questions
What movement does the Octopus Kraken diver use?
The titanium Pelagos homage uses the PT5000, a Swiss-architecture automatic made in China. Most reviewers find it capable, though a few owners have reported winding or rotor concerns. Because the brand is new, it is worth checking the movement on arrival and confirming the current spec.
Is the Octopus Kraken a good Tudor Pelagos alternative?
Reviewers rate its titanium Pelagos 39 homage as one of the better options, praising the lightweight case, finishing, and lume for around $250 to $300. As with any young brand, treat early praise as promising rather than a long proven track record.
Is the Octopus Kraken made of titanium?
Yes. The flagship diver uses a grade-2 titanium case and bracelet, which keeps it light and comfortable on the wrist. It pairs that with a sapphire crystal, a ceramic bezel insert, and a 200m water-resistance rating.
Is Octopus Kraken a fake Tudor?
No. Octopus Kraken sells under its own name and openly describes its watches as homages to iconic designs. The Pelagos-inspired diver carries the brand's own branding and is a legitimate homage, not a counterfeit.
Where can I buy an Octopus Kraken watch?
The brand sells through its own official website. Because it is a small, newer operation, buying direct is the best way to confirm the current model spec, secure any warranty, and check the watch carefully when it arrives.