This is more of a response to the large number of negative reviews that have spawned on this product. First off however, I'd like to say that this is a very affordable automatic that for me, keeps time very well and has no problem staying wound. It looks very nice, especially if you swap the canvas strap for a leather strap.

Now I'd like to address a few of the points brought up by other reviewers.

Winding: This is apparently very inconsistent from watch to watch. Some have found the self-winding insufficient at keeping the watch powered for more than a few hours. I have a fairly sedentary occupation and my watch stays wound for more than 10 hours after wearing it for a day. I attribute this to issues of quality control in manufacturing. At the very least, if your copy of the watch fails to stay powered, use the warranty and get a new one.

Accuracy: Another inconsistent property of the watch manufacturing. Some have fount he watch to lose/gain anywhere between 15 to 90 seconds in a 12 hour period. This again is uncommon (my watch loses about 1 minute every 3-4 days).

Strap: This is pretty solid and I don't see how this could be a problem unless you are mangling the watch somehow. I was able to remove the strap with a spring bar tool and mount a leather strap with no problems.

Hardlex Face Crystal: VERY easily scratched. I lightly against something (don't remeber doing this, but it must have happened) and it now has a nasty scratch. Hardlex is also notoriaously difficult to polish (worst of both worlds; easily scratched like acrylic and not easily polished like sapphire). Terrible choice of face crystal.

Overall: This is the best deal on an attractive and inexpensive automatic you will find currently. Don't be angry if your watch isn't up to par (especially when you only paid 60 dollars)...just get it replaced. Also be very careful for scratches as they happen even without your knowledge.