The face of the dial makes it easy to read very pleasant and standout to look at.
I bought this 3 years ago. It has a black strap. It still runs very accurately. Its tough as nails with a classic look - not too busy. I can read easily at night too. My phone is located on other side of room at bedtime so Im not tempted to stay up -yuck. 😩
Excellent built and quality! Like a German tank! It seems to survive my active style of living, I run, swim and bang it for 4 years and it still runs with no problems, real field watch for tough guys or girls!!!
Overall, I think this purchase turned out better than I expected. The dial face turned out to be a bit larger than I thought but in retrospect that was for the better since my eyes are getting older and the larger numbers are easier to see. The white numbers against the black face give very good contrast. It also helps that the #12 and #6 digits are slightly larger than the other numbers. I wish the calendar feature was larger as one has to bring the watch close to the eyes to view them clearly. Or had black numbers on a white background instead of the converse for better contrast like one of the other Eco Drives I have. Just be aware that the wrist band might be an issue if your wrist is too small. Otherwise I had no issues wearing it so far. I have liked the Eco Drive ever since I no longer have to replace watch batteries or remember trying to keep a mechanical drive wound up from non-use. Just have to keep it near a light source.