Eichmüller men's diver watch black dial 42 mm

At 42 mm across and 12 mm thick, this Eichmüller diver sits as a proper sports watch without becoming a block on the wrist, and the size suits most men's wrists. If you are unsure how that translates to your own, the watch size guide explains how to judge case diameter and how to shorten the bracelet.

Reading the dial

The round dial is black, with a day and date display and luminescent hands and hour markers. Both charge in the light and stay readable in the dark. The rotating bezel is there to track elapsed time: line its marker up with the minute hand, then read off how long has passed.

Movement and water resistance

Inside is a Miyota 2115 quartz movement with an analogue display, so the only routine upkeep is an occasional battery change. Water resistance is rated at 20 ATM. The crown is screw-down, so always tighten it fully before getting in the water. After a swim in the sea, rinse the watch in fresh water, and have the seals checked from time to time.

Case and glass

The case is stainless steel in black, and a mineral glass protects the dial during everyday knocks and scrapes. The black finish on case, dial and bracelet keeps the whole watch consistent and understated.

Bracelet and clasp

The black stainless steel bracelet is made of links and is sized by removing one or more of them. Keep any links you take out. The deployant clasp has a safety catch that prevents it from opening by accident. Width between the lugs is 20 mm, the figure to know if you ever want to swap the bracelet.

The diver styling stays discreet enough for the office or the pub, while the screw-down crown and secure clasp make it a sensible choice for the gym, a run or a weekend of DIY.