Often, the best dishes are made with just a few simple ingredients. Complexity, both of form and function, is no prerequisite for greatness, and our love for minimal timepieces is great evidence of this. It’s not too often, though, that we can see this kind of slick simplicity in the world of field watches. Sure, the designs are often basic enough, but with that can come a lack of a certain kind of overall cohesion. Today’s hands-on review piece, the Unimatic Modello Due (ref. U2-AG), has overall harmony in spades while still giving a sturdy, utilitarian feel. But is it worth a serious look for the field watch lover? Let’s find out.
