I wasn't sure I would like a Bronze watch, or how I felt about it aging and developing patina. I decided to buy an inexpensive watch to try out, before spending a lot on a known brand name watch. To my great surprise, this watch is Fantastic! I have been collecting for many years, and have an extensive collection. This watch compares to some of my thousand dollar plus watches. Great finish, style, a workhorse of a Japanese movement, and very good lume both on the dial and the bezel. for the price, who could ask for more. Needless to say, I am quite pleased.