I have been looking at this watch for several years and Santa (well my Grandsons) brought it to me this Christmas. This watch shines with quality. The case and band both. Most will have to have some links taken out of the band as it comes so that it would fit a very large wrist which mine is not. Fred Meyer Jewelers adjusted the band by removing some links. They did it free of charge. I don't know if they all do that but the one I took it to did. I have not used the watch much yet but since it was set on Christmas day it has kept perfect time. I suggest that you read the instruction manual for a few tips on care. There isn't any complicated things to do just some care hints that will keep the watch in good condition. The face of the watch is clear and reads easy. Of course that is what railroad approved watches were built for. I can remember when my Dad who was a railroad conductor got his first railroad watch changing from the traditional required pocket watch. I believe that Bulova was the first to come out with the "approved" railroad watch. This Seiko with the solar power is perfect in my opinion.