This self-proclaimed ‘custodian of Scandinavian style’ makes the Arc II in a number of dial variations (this one is the ‘Klint’), all surrounded by luminous material for a powerful glow when the lights dim.
Automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. The 40.5mm microblasted steel case is water resistant to 100m.
Price: £3,166 (P260,015)
Pronounced something like Shur Sandstrerm, the Swedish spelling only adds to the appeal. Its automatic movement has a 50-hour power reserve and the 41mm steel case is water resistant to 100m.
On a leather strap or a steel bracelet for a few hundred kronor more.
Price: £1,850 (P151,935)
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Now we are down into the entry level, these last two are quartz powered. But despite the less posh engine option, you can still get a very nice watch for not much money.
This clean, smoky-dialled number has a leather strap and the 38mm case is water resistant to 50m.
Price: £152 (P12,483)
Nordgreen says this watch is a ‘celebration of thoughtful minimalism.’ Hard to argue as, bar a small logo, it has just the most basic elements of time telling.
Comes on a green nylon strap and the slender 38.7mm stainless steel case is water resistant to 30m.
Price: £111 (P9,116)
NOTE: This article first appeared on TopGear.com. Minor edits have been made.
