This appears to be the style of having a more glitzy more noticeable watch. I have had Seiko Watches both with a leather band and steel band and would probably love to have another steel band watch. They seem to hold up better and take a little more abuse and still look great for casual or formal wear. I have had Seiko in the past mostly because this was one of the first time pieces that I received from my Dad. So as I make my recommendations to my wife and kids on what to get Dad for Christmas I hope to get that new steel band watch with the really cool blue face. Just a hint though!