Riedenschild watch for men 43 mm red dial steel bracelet

A red dial set against a silver-tone steel case is a bold choice, yet it stays composed. It works well with navy, charcoal and grey, and it lifts a plain white shirt or a dark knit without shouting. This is the Riedenschild men's watch, a 43 mm quartz piece with a steel bracelet.

Reading the dial

The red background makes the time easy to read at a glance. The hands and hour markers are luminescent, so once they have taken in some light they remain legible in the dark. The date sits in a small window. A tachymeter scale runs around the bezel and gives an average speed: time one kilometre, and the seconds hand then points to the speed in km/h.

Case and size

The stainless steel case measures 43 mm across and 12 mm thick, a presence that suits medium to large wrists. The crystal is mineral glass. Water resistance is 5 ATM, which covers rain and splashes but not swimming. If you are unsure how 43 mm will sit on your wrist, our watch size guide explains how to judge it.

Movement

Inside is a Miyota 2315 quartz movement, which keeps reliable time without any attention from you. When the battery weakens, have it replaced by a watchmaker, who can also check the seals.

Bracelet and clasp

The silver-tone steel bracelet is made of links and can be shortened by removing some of them. Keep any links you take out. The deployant clasp has a safety mechanism that prevents it from opening by accident. The distance between the lugs is 22 mm, worth noting if you ever choose a replacement strap.

The look is sporty and technical, with a measured colour that keeps it smart. It fits an ordinary working week as easily as a weekend out, and it needs no particular occasion to be worn.