Eichmüller automatic watch for men 42 mm black dial

Black dial, silver-toned steel, a plain round case: the first impression of this Eichmüller automatic watch is of quiet restraint. Nothing on it is there for show. It is a men's watch with a Miyota 8215 automatic movement, a 42 mm case and a black leather strap.

What you see on the dial and case

The black dial is easy to read at a glance, and the date sits in a small window. The stainless steel case measures 42 mm across and 12 mm thick, a size that suits most men's wrists without looking heavy. The mineral glass resists scratches better than plastic would. Water resistance is 5 ATM, which covers rain, splashes and handwashing. For swimming, take it off.

What turns behind the dial

There is no battery to replace. The movement winds itself as you wear the watch, and you can also wind it by hand with the crown if it has been left in a drawer. A power reserve keeps it running for a while after you take it off. If it has stopped, wind it and set the time again. The seconds hand keeps moving while the crown is pulled out, so you can set the time to the minute. Turn the watch over and the transparent case back shows the movement at work. If you like this kind of mechanism, you can find more in our men's automatic watches.

The black leather strap softens and takes on character over time, and it lasts longer if you keep it dry. The lug width is 20 mm, worth noting if you ever want a replacement strap. Dressed up with a shirt or a suit, or worn casually at the weekend, it is a watch for every day.