This is a really attractive watch. I purchased both the black and the brown. I like the brown more because the crystal accents around the dial are more apparent making it just a tad more stylish. It's a larger watch than I have worn in the past, but I like being able to look down and easily see what time it is without having to squint. I have a large wrist but the band is long enough so the watch fits well. I haven't had it long enough to know how long the battery will last (my experience with most watches is about 1 to 2 years). I've never had a watch die of natural causes and since this watch is a step above the watches I have purchased in the past, I don't anticipate having any issues. I would definitely recommend this watch to friends and family.