THE FACE OF A WATCH, the dial, is not just for telling time. It’s meant to be appreciated and enjoyed, says David Riboli, head of Rolex’s watch prototype department. Read more at The Business Times.

For years, I told myself I would one day own a Rolex. As a child I was fascinated ... before my desire settled on a Datejust 36 with blue dial and Oystersteel with white gold strap.