Leonardo Verrelli men's watch 43 mm black dial

You are on the train with a coffee in one hand, and a glance at your wrist is all you need to know whether you are early. That is the idea behind this Leonardo Verrelli men's watch: a black dial, Arabic numerals and a quartz movement in a round 43 mm case.

Dial and date

The dial is black with Arabic numerals, so the time reads at a glance with no guessing. The hour markers are silver-coloured and stand out clearly against the dark background. A date window shows the day of the month.

Movement and upkeep

The SL28 quartz movement keeps accurate time without any servicing. When the battery runs down, take the watch to a watchmaker, who can replace it and check the seals at the same time. The black metal case has a mineral glass and is 11 mm thick. The watch weighs 44 g.

Strap and fit

The black synthetic leather strap closes with a pin buckle and wipes clean with a damp cloth. Total strap length is 24 cm, and the width between the lugs is 22 mm, which is the figure to keep in mind if you ever want a replacement strap. At 43 mm the case has a definite presence, so if you have a slim wrist, check the watch size guide before choosing.

Plain and unfussy, this is a watch you stop noticing once it is on. The black synthetic leather strap suits office clothes just as well as a casual shirt and jeans.