I've had this watch for around 5 years and it's still going. It's had one battery change and 4 new straps in that time. Unfortunately, this watch has a problem with corrosion - the back plate is in a very bad way, as are the buttons. The front bezel and crystal are still immaculate though. I don't really wear this watch anymore, but it's still sitting in a drawer ticking away. Always liked the look of it too. It probably had 3 years of solid use and abuse before it started to corrode and the battery died - so as long as you only expect it to last that long, then buy with confidence.