Cheap Excellanc men's watch 38.5 mm black dial

The first thing you notice is the strap: black synthetic leather that feels soft and supple against the wrist, with none of the stiffness you might expect at this level. It carries a round Excellanc men's watch with a gold-tone metal case and a black dial, and it is inexpensive enough that you can wear it without worrying about it.

Inside and on the dial

The watch runs on a quartz movement (PC21), which keeps time accurately and needs no winding or setting. When the battery runs out, you simply replace it. The display is analogue, with Arabic numerals on the black dial and gold-tone hour markers, so the time reads at a glance. The hands are luminescent: after a little time in the light, they stay legible in the dark.

Case and size

The case measures 38.5 mm across and 7.5 mm thick, a standard size for a man's wrist that slips easily under a shirt cuff. It is made of gold-tone metal, and the mineral glass resists scratches better than plastic would. The watch weighs 23 g, so you hardly feel it during the day.

Strap and clasp

The black synthetic leather strap is easy to keep clean and closes with a classic pin buckle. The width between the lugs is 18 mm, worth noting if you ever want a replacement strap, and the total length is 24 cm. If you like the look of a leather-style strap, you can compare it with the rest of our men's leather strap watches.

With its black dial and slim profile, this watch sits happily with office wear, a smart pair of trousers or a plain shirt, and it is just as comfortable on a weekend when you want something simple on your wrist.