Cheap Classique men's watch black dial 40 mm

Soft, supple and easy to live with: the black synthetic leather strap is the first thing you notice on this Classique men's watch, and it sets the tone for the whole piece. Around a 40 mm round metal case in black, the dial is black too, which makes it a clean, uniform look. It is also an inexpensive watch, and it doesn't look hurried or flimsy.

The strap and the case

The strap closes with a pin buckle, so you adjust the fit hole by hole until it sits just right on your wrist. It measures 20 mm between the lugs, which is the figure to keep in mind if you ever want to swap it for another strap, and the total length is 25 cm. Synthetic leather wipes clean easily and doesn't need the care that real leather asks for. The case is 40 mm across and 9 mm thick, a size that suits most men's wrists without looking oversized, and the crystal is mineral glass.

Reading the time

Inside is a quartz movement, so the time stays accurate without any winding or fuss. When the battery eventually runs down, take the watch to a watchmaker, who can replace it and check the seals at the same time. The display is analogue, with Arabic numerals and white indexes standing out sharply against the black dial. You read the time at a glance, whatever the light. If you like this look, you can browse more men's watches with leather-look straps to compare.

On the wrist, it is a natural partner for office clothes, whether that means a shirt and chinos or a suit. The all-black styling keeps it discreet, and it is light enough that you can wear it from the morning commute right through to the evening.