Riedenschild diver men's watch 46 mm 100 ATM black dial

If you are choosing a gift for a man who likes proper dive watches, the Riedenschild 46 mm is a straightforward pick. It is a quartz men's watch with a black dial, a stainless steel case and bracelet in rose gold-tone, a sapphire crystal and 100 ATM water resistance.

Reading the dial

The black dial keeps the time easy to read at a glance. The hands and hour markers are luminescent, so after exposure to light they stay visible in the dark. Day and date sit in a window. The rotating bezel works as a timer: line its marker up with the minute hand and you can read off the elapsed time.

Movement and dive features

The quartz movement is a Miyota 2S60, which keeps reliable time with no winding. When the battery weakens, a watchmaker can replace it and check the seals at the same visit. The crown screws down onto the case, so always tighten it fully before swimming. The helium valve lets out gas built up during saturation diving, a detail taken from professional dive watches. After sea water, rinse the watch in fresh water and have the water resistance checked regularly.

Case and size

The case is stainless steel, 46 mm across and 13 mm thick, so it is a large, solid watch best suited to broad wrists or anyone who likes a big dial. The sapphire crystal resists scratches well and its anti-reflective treatment cuts glare. Not sure how it will sit on your wrist? Our watch size guide explains how to measure.

Bracelet and strap

The rose gold-tone bracelet is 22 mm wide and is shortened by removing links, so keep any you take out. The deployant clasp has a safety lock that prevents accidental opening. Quick-release spring bars let you swap straps without tools, and a second strap in silicone is included for a more casual or wetter day.

The watch suits daily wear, from the office to the weekend. Its diver styling stays fairly restrained, whether you are by the water or in town.