A black dial and black leather strap give the Tissot Luxury Powermatic 80 a darker, more evening-ready personality than its steel-bracelet siblings. It is a sharp choice if you want one automatic that looks right with a navy suit, a black tie or a leather jacket.

The dial alternates Arabic numerals with index markers, a combination that adds a touch of vintage character while staying very legible. Silver-tone hands stand out cleanly against the black, and a date sits at 3 o’clock. The 41mm case keeps Tissot’s mix of brushed and polished surfaces, and at about 9.75mm thick, it wears close to the wrist on the 22mm leather strap.

Inside, the Powermatic 80 caliber provides up to 80 hours of power reserve, so a weekend off the wrist will not stop it. The see-through caseback shows the movement, and 50m water resistance adds everyday confidence.

Tissot Luxury Powermatic 80 black (T086.407.16.057.00)

• Case: 41mm stainless steel, 9.75mm thick
• Dial: black with Arabic numerals and indexes, date at 3
• Movement: Powermatic 80 Swiss automatic
• Power reserve: up to 80 hours
• Crystal: sapphire; transparent caseback
• Water resistance: 50m
• Strap: black leather, 22mm

Dark, polished and mechanical, an easy way to sharpen a smart outfit.