British, bold and hewn from the same 904L steel that Rolex advertised as a precious metal in the sixties, for good reason. The warmer feel of the king of stainless steel and a studied, rounded case shape contributes to a stonking first impression. Bereft of all retro baggage, the D-1 is an exemplary watch with a Leica-like feel and big yet comfortable presence. In an ergonomic case on soft FKM rubber, it’s Swiss-made and seriously good value for £1,200.
"D-1 is an exemplary watch with a Leica-like feel and big yet comfortable presence."