Eichmüller men's watch 37 mm black dial black leather strap

You push your shirt cuff back to check the time before a meeting, and the watch is simply there: a 37 mm Eichmüller quartz watch with a black dial, a gold-tone case and a black leather strap.

Reading the dial

The black dial gives the hands good contrast, so the time reads at a glance. The seconds run in a small separate sub-dial set off-centre, and a window shows the date. It is a plain analogue display with nothing to decode.

Case and movement

The round case is stainless steel, 37 mm across and 9 mm thick, a size that slides under a shirt cuff and suits slimmer wrists. If you are unsure how it will sit on yours, the watch size guide will help you decide. The mineral glass resists scratches better than plastic. Water resistance is 5 ATM, which covers rain, splashes and hand washing. Take it off for swimming. Inside is an Epson VL58 quartz movement that keeps reliable time. When the battery fades, have it replaced by a watchmaker, who can check the seals at the same time.

Strap

The black leather strap is 20 mm wide. It softens and develops character with wear, and it lasts longer if you keep it dry. It pairs easily with a shirt or a suit.

Understated and light on the wrist, this is a watch you wear all day and stop noticing. It comes in a gift box, which is handy if you are buying it for someone else.