Lilienthal Berlin L1 Quartz Watch

Designed and produced in Germany, the L1 from Lilienthal Berlin is an award-winning timepiece for the modern gentleman. In terms of dial layout, the watch takes a new approach. It features an inner circle with Arabic numerals at 3, 6, and 9 for the hours, leaving us to put together what hour is what—which isn’t difficult given the well-proportioned array. At the 6 o’clock hour marker is a seconds subdial, which is a different color to offset it from its surroundings. Around the edges of the dial are minutes markers in increments of five. Perhaps the most unique feature is the crown, which is embedded in the case so as not to impinge wrist movement. Available in five styles, the watch is water resistant to 50 meters.