Diesel Trojan DZ1686 Men's Watch, Black Dial, Silicone Strap

Diesel Trojan DZ1686: chambray brought onto the case

The Diesel Trojan DZ1686 men's watch goes against the grain of polished steel watches. Its 45 mm cushion case is covered in a printed chambray textile shell, the fabric that recalls the work shirt and denim. The result is a watch that reads like a wardrobe staple, halfway between a fashion accessory and everyday tool. Here are its key features.

• Case: rectangular cushion shape, 45 mm, 10 mm thick, covered in a printed chambray textile shell.
• Bezel: a black frame surrounds the glass and links it to the dial.
• Dial: black, crossed by a vertical grey band, with a 13 to 24 hour scale.
• Movement: three-hand quartz, no date, for a clean reading.
• Strap: silicone with grey chambray coating, speckled with black and white splashes.
• Fastening: pin buckle, simple and adjustable hole by hole.
• Water resistance: 30 metres (3 ATM), suitable for rain and splashes.

A 45 mm cushion, flat and without a date

On paper, 45 mm suggests a large watch. On the wrist, the cushion shape and the 10 mm thickness change the impression: the rounded corners sit better on the wrist than a round case of the same width, and the profile stays flat enough not to catch on a jacket sleeve.

• Wrist of 16 to 17 cm: the Trojan clearly shows its volume, which is the effect Diesel intends.
• Wrist of 17 to 19 cm: natural proportions, the case covers the wrist without overhanging.
• Wrist over 19 cm: the watch remains easy to read and wear, with the strap offering extra adjustment room.
• No date: the dial is not interrupted by any date window, and the grey band keeps all its clarity.

Did you know? The 13 to 24 hour scale lets you read the time in 24-hour format without an extra sub-dial: at 3 p.m., the hour hand points to the 3 on the dial and the 15 on the scale. Handy for reading a train or flight time at a glance.

Chambray silicone strap: comfort and care

The silicone strap carries the chambray theme of the case, with a grey coating and black and white splashes that evoke a painter's canvas or a workshop denim. The silicone provides flexibility and lightness, while the pattern provides character.

• Comfort: the silicone follows the movements of the wrist and does not mark the skin, even in warm weather.
• Adjustment: the pin buckle lets you set the tension hole by hole, tightening slightly more in winter.
• Cleaning: a damp cloth and a drop of mild soap are enough, followed by thorough drying.
• Avoid: alcohol, solvents and hand sanitiser gels applied directly to the coating, which can dull the print.
• Textile shell: if it gets wet, dab it with an absorbent cloth without rubbing, and let it air dry.

How to wear the Trojan day to day

The Trojan DZ1686 is a style watch, designed to work with raw materials. It fits naturally into a relaxed wardrobe without being limited to the weekend.

• Denim on denim: light chambray shirt, raw denim and white trainers, the watch extends the outfit.
• Workshop spirit: work jacket, beige canvas trousers and leather boots, for a deliberately industrial look.
• Urban contrast: black t-shirt, bomber jacket and grey trousers, with the grey of the strap tying it together.
• Relaxed office: grey crew-neck jumper and white shirt, the watch becomes the point of originality.

Our view: the Trojan is for someone who already owns a classic watch and wants a second piece with a bold character. Its reading stays simple, three hands and a 24-hour scale, which makes it as useful as it is noticeable.