It's true about the watchband being pretty bad, (it's rock hard plastic) but this is easily solved. I went to Longs Drugs and bought a "Timex Sport Collection-Replacement for Casio-Water Resistant B-36" replacement band (22mm). $5.95. (maybe Amazon carries them). VERY soft and comfortable band that is also a flatter profile and looks better. I'm a landscaper and wanted a tough waterproof watch, that's easy to read at a glance, yet sharp in appearance. This is a major "guys" watch. Today's watches are getting to be pretty gimmicky and silly looking,....and I wanted just the old classic design, like this one. I've had it for over two weeks and it keeps perfect time,... matching my much more expensive Pulsar dress watch. Very pleased. Thanks Amazon. Many thanks to the other folks who posted their feedback too,.....it encouraged me to go for this one. You were right. It's a quality timepiece at a stunning price. The dial light is outstanding and the glow in the dark aspect of it?,....well, I hate to use a cliche word like "cool",....but it is.