You are halfway through a crowded corridor with a coffee in one hand, and a quick turn of the wrist tells you the time without breaking stride. That is the idea behind this Just Watch model, a men's quartz watch with a blue dial, a 42 mm case and a yellow mesh strap. The model is called Phille.
The blue dial makes the hands easy to pick out, even on the move. Arabic numerals alternate with baton markers, so there is never a moment of doubt about which hour you are looking at. The display is analogue, with a round, silver-coloured metal case.
The case measures 42 mm across and 12 mm thick, which suits most men's wrists. If you are unsure about sizing, the watch size guide will help you decide. The glass is mineral, and the whole watch weighs 65 g. Water resistance is rated at 3 ATM: rain and hand washing are fine, but showers, baths and swimming are not. Inside sits a Miyota 2315 quartz movement, which keeps accurate time without any servicing. When the battery eventually runs low, have it replaced by a watchmaker, who can check the seals at the same time.
The yellow stainless steel mesh moulds to the wrist and lets air through, so it stays comfortable through a long day. It closes with a hook clasp, and the total length is 23 cm. The distance between the lugs is 20 mm, worth noting if you ever want to fit a spare strap.
Wear it from the office to the weekend: the blue dial and the bright yellow strap give a plain outfit a bit of character without any fuss.
Data sheet