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Defakto watches is one of the few brands out there that can scratch our itch for a minimal, design focused watch. In the last few years, we've reviewed their Eins, a mechanical one-hander and the Detail a quartz one-hander, both of which were unique and enjoyable. Their focus on minimal dials, stark colors and bold shapes gives them an appeal not often found in the realm of sports watches, while their manufacturing gives them a quality not often found in "design" watches.Today we'll be taking a look at the Akkord Modular model. The Akkord has been out for a couple of years, and was the brand's first departure from one-handers into the world of precise minutes. It stayed true to the brand's aesthetic, but adds some needed functionality. This year, they updated the line with their "Modular" color ways, which mix steel/PVD or bronze/PVD elements for uniquely beautiful cases. Inside, the Akkord is powered by a Swiss-made ETA 2824-2 for good, reliable time keeping. Amazingly, despite rising

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