Cheap Excellanc men's watch 42 mm faux leather strap

You are holding a coffee in one hand and checking the time with the other, and the dial has to be readable instantly. That is the job of this Excellanc men's watch, a quartz model with a round 42 mm case, a grey dial and a grey faux leather strap. It is also an inexpensive way to add a clean, low-key watch to your rotation.

What is inside the case

The watch runs on a PC21 quartz movement with an analogue display, so the time stays steady without winding or fuss. When the battery eventually fades, have it replaced by a watchmaker, who can check the seals at the same time.

Reading the dial

The dial is grey, and slim baton hour markers give it a tidy structure. You can read it quickly even when you are walking or in a hurry, which suits a watch that lives on your wrist all day.

Case and glass

The black metal case measures 42 mm in diameter and 8 mm in thickness, a standard size for a man's wrist that slips under a shirt cuff without catching. The glass is mineral, which stands up to scratches better than plastic. The whole watch weighs 43 g, so you will barely notice it after the first hour.

Strap and fit

The grey faux leather strap is 22 mm wide, with a total length of 23 cm, and closes with a classic pin buckle. A wipe with a damp cloth keeps it looking fresh. If you like the look, our men's watches with leather-style straps offer plenty of other options.

From a weekday at the office to a Saturday market run, this is an easy watch to put on and forget about. The black case and grey tones match denim, chinos and a suit jacket alike.