If I could give it 6 stars for appearance only I would.  This is a truly beautiful watch.  I can't, however, rate it a perfect 5 because of some of the problems already mentioned by others.  The silver hands on the silver face make it difficult to read in certain light conditions.  In addition, the date is too small and hard to read, particularly if your eyes aren't perfect and in dim light.  If you are buying the watch for appearance you won't find many better looking.  If you wan't functionality it leaves something to be desired.  I think the hands should be black, rather than silver, to make it easier to read.  It might not look quite as good.  I would have to actually see it.  Amazon hasn't changed the price on this watch one penny and I feel their price is too high.  I bought mine from Macy's over Christmas using one of their coupons which reduced the price to $321 so even with sales tax added it was still $15 cheaper.