From a style point of view the finish is really striking, a hematite, shiny deep black with contrasting gold in all the right places. It is subtle though and not done in a trashy way.

It is slightly large compared to my usual watches but not the stupid large that seems to be in style today.

I have had Seiko Kinetics before and it is a huge advantage to know you will never have to break open the seal for a battery.  They are never the same after and the Kinetics last for many years. I have not done a time test yet but my Kinetics have always been dead accurate.

I gave it four stars because I am used to the light weight of titanium which I wish this watch was made from.  If you are used to stainless you will find it comfortable and I like it enough to force myself to become comfortable with it.