Run your fingers along this bracelet and you notice the weight and cool touch of metal, with a black finish that keeps the whole watch looking sleek. It is the Excellanc men's quartz watch, and it is an inexpensive way to get a proper metal-bracelet watch with a 41 mm round case.
The case is metal in a rose gold-tone, 41 mm across and 11 mm thick, with surfaces that alternate matt and polished finishes. A mineral glass sits over the black dial. Arabic numerals and baton markers share the dial, so reading the time takes a glance, and the markers pick up the rose gold-tone of the case. A small window shows the date. The hands carry a luminescent coating: charge them in the light and they stay readable in the dark.
The black metal bracelet is made of links and fastens with a butterfly clasp that opens on both sides. It measures 23 cm in total and 20 mm between the lugs, which is the figure to keep in mind if you ever want a spare bracelet. To fit it to your wrist, remove one or more links, and hold on to them in case you need them again. If you are unsure whether 41 mm suits you, our watch size guide explains sizing and how to adjust the links.
Inside is an analogue quartz movement, so there is nothing to wind and no routine to follow. The only upkeep is replacing the battery from time to time.
It is an easy watch to wear every day. The black bracelet sits happily with a shirt at the office and just as well with jeans at the weekend, and the rose gold-tone case adds a little warmth without shouting about it.
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