I love this watch - i have 3 of them.  I am an RN Student and the silicone band is great because frankly... in this line of work I am finding that to wear an expensive watch would be a waste because with everything i come into contact with - and I promise i won't get into great detail about it LOL!  if I have to dispose of the watch for self protection - i have no problem doing so - because unless I have a superman or should i say superwoman watch that I could put into the autoclave to be cleaned with high temperature steam... I'd miss my watch yet could get another.  I get many compliments on it.  I had lost a stone in one of the older watches i have which is a black one that I have worn for years and hey for the price and practibility - can't lose there!!!! 5+ stars!!! and great delivery!