Ollech & Wajs 56-M Owner Review : Readable, functional and stealthy

I was looking for a true tool watch, with presence, a functional look, almost the spirit of a Swiss Army knife. The M52-AU delivers on all of that. In photos, it doesn't say much. Nothing is truly conveyed, as if its details demanded direct contact. On the wrist, it's the opposite: the case imposes its presence, exactly what I felt with a friend's C1000. The lug-to-lug design falls impeccably flat, with a soft, titanium-like gray brushed finish that blends perfectly with the matte black bezel. Everything remains lightweight thanks to the gray NATO strap, which balances the case's presence with an airy feel. It's a stealth watch: no shiny polished steel, but a discreet and solid finish. Even the caseback, invisible under the strap, is screwed down with the same seriousness. The deep black dial features plot markers, and the red date at 6 o'clock is a real eye-catcher. Perhaps the logo would have benefited from being applied or engraved, but that's a minor detail. A pure and simple tool, designed for use, that impresses as soon as you put it on your wrist.