A watch that asks nothing of you: you strap it on, glance at it, and carry on with your day. This Excellanc men's watch pairs a quartz movement with a 36 mm silver-tone metal case, a green dial and a black faux leather strap, and it is inexpensive enough to wear without worrying about it.
The green dial has Arabic numerals and white hour markers, so the time registers at a glance. The hands carry a luminescent coating. Once they have been exposed to light, they stay readable in the dark.
The quartz movement keeps steady time with no winding and no adjusting. When the battery eventually weakens, have it replaced by a watchmaker, who can check the seals at the same time. The black faux leather strap wipes clean with a damp cloth and fastens with a pin buckle. It is 18 mm wide and 24 cm long overall.
At 36 mm across and 10 mm thick, the round case stays discreet and suits slimmer wrists. The case is metal, the mineral glass protects the dial from everyday knocks, and the whole watch weighs 36 g, so you barely notice it on the arm.
The black strap and understated dial sit comfortably with office clothes and weekend ones alike. If you like the look, you can compare it with other men's watches on leather-style straps from the shop.
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