Love this watch. Lately I've bought watches that I haven't been happy with but I love this Seiko. Being solar powered is cool. I like the style of the face and I can actually read it in the dark, unlike other weak luminescent faces. The last watch band had a squeeze release that would open all the time on the slightest touch. This watch opens when I want it to. I also have a self winding Seiko but it feels really heavy and bulky compared to this watch. I highly recommend this watch!