Hands-On: The De Rijke & Co. Capri Is A Unique Take On The Rectangular Dress Watch

While the top-down is effortless in its simplicity, a closer look at other angles of the Capri reveals some interesting design decisions. The steel case of the Capri is generously rounded on its sides, and the sapphire crystal follows the case geometry, resulting in a very intriguing look in which the dial is also visible directly from the side of the Capri. In a move that’s particularly respectful of the stone and aventurine glass dials, the edges of the dial are polished to curve downwards, mirroring the crystal’s curve, ensuring a refined side view rather than a cross-section cutaway of the watch’s front. It’s this kind of additional intricacy that takes the Capri to the next level in my book, the kind of detail that might be unnoticed by most, but means everything in making the overall watch design as cohesive and deliberate as it is. Most importantly, despite all of this, the watch stands firm in its purpose as a dress watch with a case height of 6.5mm. Lug-to-lug of the rectangular silhouette is 38mm, while the width of the case is 28.5mm. No complaints here.