I purchased this watch a little over a year ago. It is a massive, heavy, and solid timepiece. It is very reliable. I have received lots of positive comments about it. The only difficulty I have experienced is the white illumination dot on the bezel. It can be easily knocked off the bezel. I have replaced two of them. I e-mailed Croton, and they sent replacements each time. Their customer service is excellent. Don't let this minor problem keep you from getting the watch. It's a great buy.