HUGO
Black Dial Silvery Watch
CA$230.00CAD
In Stock
This HUGO by HUGO BOSS wristwatch features a round 42mm stainless steel case with a black dial and a three-hand analog movement. It is water-resistant to 5 ATM and comes with a mesh-like stainless steel 20mm band with a single-press deployant clasp. A box and soft designer case are included.
- Color
- Silvery
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- classic, casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Color
Silver
Size
ONE SIZE
Specifications
Classic HUGO BOSS watch featuring a black dial and silvery stainless steel bracelet.
Three-hand quartz movement, 42 mm stainless steel case, water-resistant to 5 ATM, mesh-like stainless steel bracelet with deployant clasp.
- Color
- Silvery · gray
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Style
- classic, casual
- Occasion
- everyday, formal
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories
Additional Attributes
- Three-hand quartz movement
- 42 mm stainless steel case
- Water-resistant to 5 ATM (50 meters)
- Mesh-like stainless steel bracelet
- Single-press deployant clasp
- Includes box and soft designer case
Product Insights
The HUGO Black Dial Silvery Watch delivers a dress watch aesthetic with a mesh stainless steel bracelet, providing a $400+ look at 230 CAD, with a slim profile that easily fits under shirt cuffs for office and formal settings; however, it requires professional service for battery replacement (with gasket resealing to maintain water resistance) and bracelet sizing (no removable links), features a mineral crystal without luminous coating, and is limited to 5 ATM water resistance (suitable only for everyday splashes, not swimming).
Verified claims
- Movement
- Seiko Y121 movement: ±20s/month accuracy, 3-year battery, standard in HUGO models.
- Battery
- Battery replacement requires professional service and gasket resealing to maintain water resistance.
- Bracelet sizing
- The bracelet has no removable links and requires professional sizing.
- Look and feel
- Mesh stainless steel bracelet gives the look of a $400+ dress watch.
- Cuff fit
- Easily slips under shirt cuffs for office and formal wear.
- Water care
- Rinse and dry after saltwater or chlorinated exposure to prevent corrosion.
- Water resistance
- 5 ATM rating covers everyday splashes but not swimming or submersion.
- Bracelet aftercare
- Rinse and dry the mesh bracelet after saltwater or chlorine contact to prevent corrosion.
- Design
- Slim case and mesh bracelet suit formalwear better than leather or thick automatics.
- Materials
- Stainless steel case and mesh bracelet with single-press deployant clasp.
- Dial
- Mineral crystal, no luminous coating.
Product record
- Title
- Black Dial Silvery Watch
- Brand
- HUGO
- Price
- 230 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How this watch compares to alternatives under $250
- The mesh stainless steel bracelet and single-press deployant clasp elevate the HUGO beyond the leather strap/pin buckle norm of its direct competitors from Fossil, Michael Kors, and Armani Exchange — it provides the upscale feel of a $400+ dress watch while eliminating strap deterioration and adding a modern, jewelry-like aesthetic at no extra cost.
- For the same CAD 230, the Seiko 5 Sports SRPD series delivers an in-house 4R36 automatic movement and exhibition caseback, but its thick, sporty case and diving bezel are incompatible with formalwear; the HUGO offers a tapered, 42mm dress profile that slips under a cuff and aligns seamlessly with the Boss clothing ecosystem, making it the clear choice for office and event wear.
- Where most sub-$250 Fossil and Michael Kors dress watches rely on anonymous Chinese quartz movements, the HUGO incorporates a Seiko Y121 — the same Japanese-made caliber Seiko puts in its own affordable lines, delivering proven accuracy (±20s/month) and a 3-year battery, making this a fashion watch with enthusiast-grade internals.
What 5 ATM water resistance really means
- The rubber gaskets that provide the water resistance degrade with exposure to body oils, temperature swings, and detergents, so the watch should be resealed and pressure-tested every 24–36 months if worn near water frequently, especially after each battery replacement, to maintain the 5 ATM capability.
- Under ISO 22810, 5 ATM means the watch survived a test of 5 atmospheres of pressure (equivalent to 50 meters static depth) in a laboratory, but in real-world dynamic water use — like swimming or showering — the pressure and thermal changes can breach seals even at shallow depths, so the rating is strictly for daily splashes, rain, and handwashing.
- The mesh-like stainless steel bracelet with deployant clasp withstands brief immersion, but the fine mesh weave can trap moisture and soap residue, requiring a freshwater rinse and dry after saltwater or chlorinated water contact to prevent long-term corrosion between the links.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front-facing stainless steel wristwatch with round black dial, brushed metal bezel and linked metal bracelet; three hands visible with a red seconds hand featuring a small decorative element near its pivot. 'HUGO' wordmark and small water-resistance text printed on the dial.
- Case shape and bezelRound watch case with a wide brushed metal bezel that has small recessed rectangular hour markers machined into it and a small triangular mark at 12 o'clock.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.14 · w 0.71 · h 0.59 (high) - Dial color and finishFlat black circular dial with a subtle radial gradient toward the center and a narrow inner minute track with small printed tick marks.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.23 · w 0.57 · h 0.46 (high) - Hour markers on dialApplied rectangular silver hour markers at each hour position, slightly raised above the dial surface, with shorter minute ticks between them.
1 region
x 0.23 · y 0.25 · w 0.54 · h 0.42 (high) - HandsThree hands: a silver hour hand, a silver minute hand with polished finish, and a slender red seconds hand with a small red H-shaped decorative element near the pivot.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.33 · w 0.48 · h 0.36 (high) - Dial text - brand“HUGO”
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x 0.39 · y 0.32 · w 0.23 · h 0.08 (high) - Dial text - water resistance“WR-5 BAR|50 METERS”
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x 0.40 · y 0.46 · w 0.21 · h 0.05 (high) - CrownKnurled cylindrical crown positioned at 3 o'clock with a polished rim and grooved sides.
1 region
x 0.79 · y 0.33 · w 0.09 · h 0.12 (high) - BraceletThree-link stainless steel bracelet with wide brushed center links and narrower polished link edges, integrated into the case with visible end links.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.01 · w 0.34 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.29 · y 0.67 · w 0.41 · h 0.32 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with even lighting, slight drop shadow beneath the watch, and the watch centered and cropped to show front-facing view.
- Shot compositionCentered front-on product shot showing the watch face and bracelet with top and bottom bracelet portions visible and the watch vertical in frame.
- Background and shadowUniform light gray background with a soft shadow below the lower bracelet indicating overhead studio lighting.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse lighting producing even illumination and subtle highlights on the brushed metal surfaces and minimal specular reflections on the crystal.
Colors
brushed silver· case and bracelet#C4C4C3black· dial#1B1E23signal red· seconds hand and small decorative element- Case shape and bezelRound watch case with a wide brushed metal bezel that has small recessed rectangular hour markers machined into it and a small triangular mark at 12 o'clock.
- 02
Product
Rear view of a silvery metal wristwatch showing the case back, crown and a linked metal bracelet with a signed folding clasp.
- Case backCircular stainless-steel case back visible at upper right, smooth brushed finish with concentric machining rings and raised edge; engraving or marks are present but not legible at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.54 · y 0.18 · w 0.41 · h 0.37 (high) - Crown detailKnurled crown at about 1 o'clock position on the case with a visible red accent ring on its outer face.
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.10 · w 0.11 · h 0.10 (high) - Bracelet link constructionThree-row linked metal bracelet composed of wide central links flanked by narrower outer links; links show a brushed matte finish and visible pin joints at the outer edges.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.45 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (high) - Folding claspFlat folding clasp integrated into the bracelet with a brushed surface that sits flush with adjacent links; clasp face shows an embossed wordmark.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.63 · w 0.44 · h 0.33 (high) - Signed clasp text“HUGO”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Edge hardwareVisible small hinge pins and screw heads at link ends and near the clasp indicating removable links and clasp fastenings.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.62 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio shot with neutral light gray background, soft shadow beneath watch; image is cropped to show rear and bracelet at a slight angled perspective.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter rear angle showing the case back and bracelet curving toward the camera; product positioned across the lower two-thirds of the frame.
- Background and lightingEven, diffused lighting on a uniform light-gray background with faint soft shadow beneath the bracelet.
- Resolution and focusHigh resolution and sharp focus on bracelet and clasp; case back text is faint and low-contrast against brushed metal making small characters illegible.
Colors
brushed stainless steel· bracelet and case#BCBBBBsignal red· crown accent- Case backCircular stainless-steel case back visible at upper right, smooth brushed finish with concentric machining rings and raised edge; engraving or marks are present but not legible at this resolution.
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Q&A
5 answered- Is the bracelet adjustable without tools, and how many removable links does it have?
- The bracelet is a mesh-style band with a single-press deployant clasp, not a traditional link bracelet, so it does not have removable links and typically requires a jeweler's tool to adjust the clasp micro-adjustments.
- What type of crystal is used on the dial (mineral, sapphire, or hardened mineral)?
- The watch uses a mineral crystal, which is the same type found on other HUGO by Hugo Boss models like the #Lit [2].
- Is the battery replaceable by the user, or does it require service to replace?
- The battery is not user-replaceable; it requires a professional to open the case back. The watch uses a standard Renata R377 (SR626SW) battery with a typical life of 36 months [2].
- Does the watch have luminous hands or markers for visibility in low light?
- No, this watch does not have luminous hands or markers. The hands and indices are plain silver/steel without any luminous coating.
- What is the specific quartz movement caliber (e.g., Swiss Ronda or Japanese Miyota)?
- This watch uses a Seiko quartz movement, likely the caliber Y121, which is a common three-hand movement found in many HUGO by Hugo Boss models [2][3].