For years, men in my family who have worked in construction, steel mills, farming, etc. have chosen this watch because of its heavy-duty, industrial like quality.  These watches are simply perfect for heavy work. I've seen my father chip concrete off of his Timex watch and it being as good as new.  I've given countless Timex watches to my father, uncles and grandfathers and anticipate that I will continue to do so.

These watches are simple.  The only "fancy" extra is the addition of a button that the user can press to see the time at night.  The numbers are large so you don't have to squint to read them.  The second hand on the watch is very accurate making it possible to use the watch like a stop watch, if necessary.

The watches are waterproof -- they never steam up.  Wear them in the shower, in a rain storm or while swimming and they will emerge fine.

The watches do have limits and I have bought replacements when my father has broken the face or when he has worn the plating off of the band.  These situations have been maybe once or twice over the last decade.

This is a good, heavy-duty watch and is perfect for those who just need to know the time and, perhaps, require a watch that can withstand demanding work like construction.