1300 Watt ensure plenty of power; since you really have to take care in selecting the six browning levels that the toast is not too dark. But on the other hand they also help thaw frozen bread not only back, but also to toast evenly.
All controls are intelligently placed on the front and not designed to filigree. Ever the whole unit seems well made and high quality to. My experience says that you would expect longevity of products by Russell Hobbs. And that retro design is of course unbeatable. So have to look a toaster!
Conclusion: A jewel for stylish kitchens. In addition, well made.