Cheap men's watch Excellanc grey faux leather strap 42 mm

Soft grey on the wrist works with more than you might expect: navy chinos, a charcoal jumper, a white shirt with the sleeves rolled once. This Excellanc men's watch has a grey faux leather strap and a silver-tone dial, and at this price it is an inexpensive way to get a tidy everyday piece.

The dial and the case

The silver-tone dial sits inside a round metal case in a matching silver tone, so the whole front of the watch reads as one clean surface. Slim line markers mark the hours without crowding the face, and the hands stand out well against the pale background. The case is 42 mm across and 8 mm thick, with a mineral glass cover. If you are unsure how that diameter will sit on your wrist, the watch size guide will help you decide.

What is inside

The movement is quartz, a PC21 calibre, with a simple analogue display. There is nothing to wind or set beyond the time itself, and when the battery runs flat you simply swap it for a new one.

The strap and fit

The strap is grey faux leather, and a quick wipe with a damp cloth keeps it looking tidy. It fastens with a pin buckle, so you can adjust the fit hole by hole until it feels right. The strap is 20 mm wide between the lugs, which is the measurement to note if you ever want to swap it for another. Total length is 24 cm.

The grey strap and light dial keep things smart enough for the office, yet relaxed enough for a weekend walk or a coffee with friends. Put it on in the morning and it will fit into pretty much whatever the day brings.