Eichmüller men's watch 40 mm faux leather strap

If you want a plain, readable men's watch for the office and the weekend, this Eichmüller is a sensible place to start. It pairs a 40 mm round case in silver-tone metal with a brown dial and a black faux leather strap, and it runs on a TMI PC21 quartz movement.

Case, dial and movement

The case is 40 mm across and 9 mm thick, a size that sits comfortably on most men's wrists. If you are unsure about your own measurements, the watch size guide will help you decide. The display is analogue, with a brown dial that reads quickly. The hands and the hour markers are both luminescent, so after exposure to light they can still be read in the dark. A mineral glass covers the dial and resists scratches better than plastic glass. Inside, the quartz movement needs no winding or setting beyond the time itself. All it asks for is a new battery now and then.

Strap and water resistance

The strap is black faux leather, 20 mm wide, flexible and easy to keep clean with a wipe. Water resistance is 3 ATM, which covers splashes and light rain. It is not meant for showers, baths or swimming, so take it off before any of those.

The silver-tone case against a black strap keeps the look neutral, which suits shirts and smart casual outfits as well as jeans. It is light enough in profile at 9 mm to slip under a cuff, and simple enough to wear every day without much thought.