I really like this watch and for the cost you cannot go wrong.  The band is "Genuine Leather" but it looks synthetic and is very stiff (not a big deal but it does make it harder to put on).  It keeps good time and I have only had to correct it once in over a month.  I think it makes a better limited use watch than it does for daily wear.  It won't fool anyone into thinking your wearing a Cartier but it looks elegant, conservative, and simple.