Tommy Hilfiger Men’s 46mm Watch (1791350)

Same blue waffle dial and retrograde day arc as its steel-bracelet sibling, but on silicone and with a dark grey bezel, which turns it from a smart sports watch into a straightforwardly outdoor one. Case and Wrist Presence A 46mm steel case with a gunmetal bezel ring set into it, plus crown guards and a stack of pushers on the right. The contrast between the bright polished case sides and the dark bezel makes the watch look sharper edged than the all-steel version, and the silicone strap keeps the weight down considerably. Dial and Legibility Deep blue with a fine triangular texture across the whole surface. Applied polished batons mark the hours, filled at the tips, and the hands are broad and white filled. The retrograde day arc runs across the top of the dial, the 24-hour register sits at nine with a pale blue ring around it, and the date register sits below centre. The lighter rings around the sub-dials are what separate them from the textured background. Movement and Functions Retrograde day, date and a 24-hour indication, set from the crown. The dial is marked 5 ATM, so 50 metres: fine for rain, washing and swimming in a pool, not for diving or hot showers, where heat and pressure work on the gaskets far harder than depth does. Strap Clasp and Fit Blue silicone with a moulded texture at the lugs and a pin buckle. Silicone is the right choice for a watch you plan to get wet, since it does not absorb water, does not stiffen, and can be rinsed clean. It does attract dust and lint, which wipes off with a damp cloth. Silicone also grips the skin more than leather, so a hole tighter than usual is rarely necessary. Who This Watch Suits Someone who wants one large watch for the beach, the boat and the braai and does not want to worry about it. Blue on blue is a strong look but a simple one. Care and Maintenance Rinse the strap and case in fresh water after seawater or chlorine. Do not use the crown or pushers while the watch is wet. Keep silicone out of prolonged direct sun, which fades coloured rubber over time, and let a watchmaker handle battery changes so the gaskets are checked and reseated. Buying With Confidence New and unworn in its original box with the manufacturer’s paperwork, backed by a 24-month international manufacturer warranty on the movement, excluding battery and normal wear. Tracked nationwide delivery, and an unworn watch may be returned in its original packaging under the Consumer Protection Act. Technical Specifications Attribute Specification Brand Tommy Hilfiger Reference 1791350 Case diameter 46mm Case Stainless steel with gunmetal bezel Dial Blue textured, applied batons Functions Retrograde day, date, 24-hour sub-dial Water resistance 5 ATM / 50 metres Strap Blue silicone, pin buckle Gender Men’s Warranty 24 months international