Excellanc men's watch, black faux leather, 38 mm white dial

You glance at your wrist between two meetings, and the time is there before you have even thought about it. That is the idea behind this Excellanc quartz watch for men: a white dial and Arabic numerals, nothing to decode. It is also an inexpensive way to get a smart, simple watch on your wrist.

Case, dial and glass

The round case is made of silver-tone metal and measures 38 mm across and 10 mm thick, a size that suits most men's wrists. It weighs 36 g, so you will not notice it by the end of the day. The mineral glass resists scratches better than plastic. If you are unsure about fit, the watch size guide will help you decide. The movement is analogue quartz, reliable and undemanding: you simply replace the battery when it runs out.

Strap and clasp

The strap is black faux leather and wipes clean with a damp cloth. It closes with a pin buckle and measures 22.5 cm in total length. The width between the lugs is 18 mm, the figure to note if you ever want to swap the strap for another.

The black strap and white dial work with a shirt or a suit, and just as easily with a jumper at the weekend. It is a watch you can wear from the first coffee to the last train home.