I received this watch for Christmas '06, so it's been almost a year. The watch is great- it's very durable (I am a little clumsy!) and still looks new. I wear a lot of black, but the brown face of the watch is not a problem- it really goes with anything. It is not too heavy and very comfortable. I can even wear it to type, which was a problem with watches I've had in the past. Getting the watch adjusted is no problem either- there are links you could have taken out near the clasp. Overall I love my watch. I only give it 4/5 stars on features because it is just an analog watch- perfect for my needs, but it does not have the date or any other features, so it may not be the best for everyone.