I have an expensive watch that I've worn for years, but when the battery died I decided that an inexpensive backup would be a good idea. So after looking for a couple days I settled on this Brigada watch, not expecting a lot. I have been pleasantly surprised. It is a great looking watch, thicker than I am used to but not as heavy as I thought it would be when I saw it. It has an expensive look, and the mineral screen glass is a big deal for me, as I have a long history of scraping and scratching my watch crystals. I was prepared to have to look for a longer band, but this one is plenty long for my wrist and not tight at all; the appearance of the leather is a plus, too. While only time will tell, this seems to be a great watch for the price.