Riedenschild men's watch automatic 42 mm black leather strap

Put this Riedenschild on your wrist and the first thing you notice is the contrast: a silver-tone stainless steel case, a two-tone dial and a black leather strap that keeps the whole thing looking sharp but not fussy. It is a 42 mm round men's watch with an automatic movement, so there is no battery to think about.

Reading it at a glance

The two-tone dial is easy to read, and the date sits in its own window. The hands carry a luminous coating, so after a little time in the light they stay visible in the dark. The case is 12 mm thick and 42 mm across, a size that suits most men's wrists. It is made of stainless steel and fitted with a mineral crystal, which stands up to scratches better than plastic. Water resistance is 5 ATM, which covers rain, splashes and washing your hands. Take it off for swimming.

What is going on inside

The Miyota 8215 movement is powered by the motion of your arm. You can also wind it by hand with the crown, which is handy for restarting it after a few days in a drawer. The power reserve keeps it running for a while once you take it off. If it has stopped, wind it and set the time again. The seconds hand keeps moving while you set the time, so you set it to the minute, not to the second. Turn the watch over and the transparent case back lets you see the mechanism at work. If this style appeals, you can browse more men's automatic watches to compare.

The strap

The black leather strap is 20 mm wide and gradually moulds to your wrist the more you wear it. Keep it away from water and it will last far longer.

It works as an everyday watch, equally at home at the office and at the weekend. It also comes in a presentation box, which makes it an easy one to give as a gift.