Got this watch as a Christmas gift. Unwrapped my present early because I had to get it some links taken out so I can enjoy it on Christmas day. I was looking for a watch with a black dial to replace one I'm retiring (too scratched up to wear out anymore). I love this watch, but it is a little different from what the photos portray. This happens sometimes and it's one of the draw backs from shopping and purchasing watches online. The dial looks black in the photos. The description says that the dial is black, but the outer rim of the dial appears to be a light gray. The rest of the dial is darker. In the sunlight, it appears to be a deep gray, almost a faded black (I noticed that the description has since been corrected. The dial color is described as black or gray, depending on what website you see it on). It's definitely not a solid black dial. Despite this, it still matches well with my black suit and other similar attire, in fact I think gives the outfit a little extra pop. I'm an attorney, so I have to make sure I make a good presentation, especially with clients. Despite it not having the dial color I wanted, it's still a great  replacement and I won't be looking to purchase a watch with a solid black dial. The bright silver subdials really make it stand out. This watch is a great addition to my collection and I highly recommend it.